5 Weird & upsetting eye problems in menopause. Odd eye symptoms & changes.

[@ceedl6325]

What’s been happening to me now is dry mouth and dry throat even if I drink enough water. Oh and itchy ears!! 😏

[@melindajasso5792]

Same it’s awful! I’ve tried lozenges and even mouth tape.

[@KariAnneWright]

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[@Justme77400]

Itchy ears! Yes! I don’t know what to do!!

[@LoriBreske-f9d]

I have the dry throat too

[@kitparker271]

Itchy ears!!! I agree! They are so annoying!

[@OurIntrovertedHomestead]

I have chronic migraines with MANY different symptoms at different times. As those of us who live with Chronic Migraine, a headache and a migraine are COMPLETELY different and honestly can't be compared to each other.

[@hairwegoagain8740]

PREACH!!! I hate when folk use the word "migraine" to simply describe that they consider a stronger than usual "headache"

[@princessjenja]

Several months ago I began having blurred vision that seems to change from day to day. (some days it's worse than others) Recently discovered that it was related to hormonal changes. Thank you for sharing this information.😊

[@mjjveritas2]

We have oestrogen receptor cells in EVERY part of the body. If we are deficient in oestrogen, we will have adverse issues.

[@sabine3769]

Me too age57 frightening

[@francesthompson1324]

Yes, eyes, lungs and throat been bothering me. Colder weather has become unbearable. 💞Best always, Ladies

[@wyndy77]

I’m 46, and just recently noticed fluctuating vision changes. Some days I see perfect with my contacts, but sometimes I find myself squinting to see. The weird part is that while squinting used to help, it doesn’t make a difference now. It’s so weird!!! I’m going to mention this at my next appointment and see what they say.

[@KariAnneWright]

😢

[@evolunacy2]

I was just at the beach with my husband about an hour ago. We were birdwatching, and I’m wearing new glasses, but the bird looked fuzzy and not clear at all. I was looking just how you’re looking in this video😁Squinting and looking at things without my glasses and with. So frustrating, but now I open my phone and see this! Add another symptom to the seemingly endless list! I love your videos💗

[@kimbohaze1382]

I am 56 years old and have yet to reach menopause, but about 6 years ago I was on my way home from the grocery and I noticed something in the left side of my vision. Then the bright, flashing zigzag moved across my field of vision. Afterwards I had a headache and felt a little queasy. Had an eye appointment coming up so I waited until then to ask about it. I just knew that I had something terribly wrong. Thankfully he said it was nothing serious and I have had at least 4 or 5 a year since then. Doggone menopause! Causes all kinds of crazy crap! Thanks for your informative videos!

[@KariAnneWright]

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[@wbr474]

Among many different symptoms I had, very watery eyes was one of them. I even had people come up to me and ask me if I was ok cause it literally looked like I was crying. It was so bad I had to keep a tissue with me at all time to wipe the tears constantly draining from my eyes. There are several ways to help but I opted for hrt and it helped quite a bit for me.

[@lauradennis6985]

My left eye has been weeping a LOT lately like that! I’ve been wondering what was going on.

[@CrystalCaroline-u3q]

Yep, I can’t see at all in the morning. Everything is blurry even with glasses.

[@KariAnneWright]

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[@jmmj595]

I have never had an eye migraine in my entire life until menopause. It was terrifying! Even now, if I move my head too fast I see a half moon shaped bright light in my upper right eye. It's so frustrating...but not so scary anymore now that I know what it's from.

[@KariAnneWright]

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[@franciagreer]

Kari, I feel like God meant for me to find your video on eye problems associated with menopause. I’m 58 and in 7th year going thru changes🤪. The last two weeks I’ve had floaters & flashers & migraines. Eye doctor said my eyes were fine & they might be a consequence of my cataract surgery 2 years ago. But I am blessed and hoping symptoms will go away eventually! Thank you for your encouragement and support. It helps to know we’re not alone🙏🏽❤️😊

[@virginiameyer4862]

Don’t get too freaked out about cataracts. I know it may be upsetting, but my mom developed 2 different kinds and once they “ripened” she had surgery to remove them. That was 4-5 years ago. She’s now in her late 70s and sees just fine! Wishing you all the best! Thank you for your helpful videos! I have learned so much from watching them! 😊

[@lechatbotte.]

Cataracts are made more likely if you live in areas of bright sunlight for much of the year

[@melindajasso5792]

I’ve been dealing with floaters since menopause started! I had what kinda looked like a spider in my eye that separated later that day into a bunch of spots some small some larger and shiny. Went to my doctor to find out I had a partially separated retina. While after two years the floaters have minimized they are still there but I’ve blocked out all but one pesky one that’s right in the line of sight. I’m glad you are doing better and sharing your ordeal.

[@KariAnneWright]

Oh dear! I’m sorry to hear that. Luckily my eye doctor didn’t see anything concerning.

[@faeriesmak]

I had a vitreous detachment in one eye and still have the spider from that. I am just thankful that I didn’t lose too much vision in that eye but it has been an ongoing issues for the past 3 or so years now.

[@lynetteraab3107]

One of the best helps for dry eyes is a good quality fish oil. I had relief in about a month after I started taking them.

[@sotxgalwtex980]

I take vitamin A drops & had used them for dry mouth that helped so much. But i sometimes forget to take it, so now I hope it helps my eyes. New prescription and eyes hurt, but is it my vision fluctuating?

[@jmmj595]

I had cataracts in my 20's and eye surgery in my 40's. It was actually a piece of cake and not scary at all!

[@KariAnneWright]

Thank you! I’m still upset about the cataracts but this helps!

[@jmmj595]

@@KariAnneWright You're welcome! It was a snap and over before I knew what happened.. also, instant eye sight afterwards!!

[@sw8640]

Ice pick headaches! Thank you 🙏 My eye dr had no idea what could be causing the pain

[@glaucialiberali6826]

Ice pick headaches! I have this particular symptom and was clueless about the cause. I went to the eye doctor and exams showed no problem with my eyes. Now, it makes sense. Thanks, Kari!

[@karendeann72]

Thank God I am not going crazy or blind. I am so glad I found you on Facebook which led to your KZbin channel.

[@sharoncunningham7550]

Had cataracts removed off of both eyes. First one starting 48- 50 years old. See just fine now, and im 58 now. Both parents and siblings had cataract surgery as well. Thank you Kari 🧡

[@KariAnneWright]

Thanks for sharing.

[@francesthompson1324]

Visual fluctuations have been happening. Dry, sore throat has become an issue, as well. Sporadic jab headaches rare but happen. Those and the heart palpitations are quite scary. Thank you, Kari. 💜Have a lovely weekend💪💐

[@lizu1475]

I was told I had cataracts developing in both eyes in my early 40s!!! I've been getting them checked annually and one has finally reached my visual field. It's taken about five years to affect my vision, and the other cataract is growing slower, it could be much worse! I'm hoping the surgery will be a walk in the park!

[@teencookies1]

Prayers up for you! ❤

[@KariAnneWright]

I hope the surgery is a success.

[@LMD2915]

Both my husband and my mom had it. Mom doesn't even wear glasses most of the time.

[@nelliemelba4967]

This last year has been the actual menopause kicking in! All sorts of symptoms! I started getting occular migraines last year. It really scared me but now I realise is hormone related. Blurry eyes, peripheral "flashes" - all scary but I had them thoroughly checked out, all ok, all part of ageing. That put my mind at rest, and they lessened! Thank you Kari!

[@LMD2915]

I think stressing out about it makes it worse, but it's a vicious cycle, isn't it. Get weird problems, stress out, problems get worse, stress out more, etc.

[@dpenn5827]

Oh Gosh! You put a name to the sharp painful eye pain, Ice pick headache! These just started for me maybe about three months ago and I was so scared that something was very wrong with my eye. I usually get them predominantly in my left eye and only it seems after I’ve been working on the computer for a very long time . I’ve learned to turn down the brightness on my computer and to rest my eyes periodically and blink more often while I’m working on the computer. Thanks for giving a name to yet another faucet of my menopause symptoms.😮

[@francesthompson1324]

Worst in my left eye, as well. I hope that you are doing better. My eye pain began July of this year at 51.

[@Scoutmhen]

Ice pick headaches-yes! I wondered what the heck that was!

[@Blgdsghh]

Thankyou Kari,I can relate to the blurry vision no matter what.Its frustrating.

[@rachaelsalinas-castillo3639]

So glad I found this video, I've been suffering with all the vision problems you have mentioned and thought I was going mad and causing me severe anxiety. As I had my eyes tested, and got new glasses. But still kept getting blurred vision,some days my eyes ok with glasses then I can hardly see with them on or off ,I have problems focusing ,eyes aching , told I had dry eye,and cataracts starting. So at least thanks to your video I know I'm not the only one. So thank you for your videos you do😊 you also add humour to the video, which at least makes you laugh😂

[@ooman56]

Ah yes, I have all these and more! I'm 68, fortunately many of my disturbing symptoms didn't start until I hit 60. They wax and wane but never leave. I can't wait to see what happens next! Thank you for bringing these into the light of day for us to share! Miserable tho' they are, it's nice to know I'm not alone...or crazy.

[@KariAnneWright]

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[@vonnaball5659]

I have all of them except cataracts, its good to know that I am not going crazy! Thank you for your video!

[@marniehibotelho511]

Yup. Dry eyes so bad. Blurred vision, black dots & occular migraines sering bright lights. I had an MRI too not related to the eyes but brain changes. Small blood vessel changes. They tell me it's an age thing but who knows.

[@KariAnneWright]

😢

[@cdl6953]

Anybody experiencing heartburns? Acid reflux?

[@foxiefair123]

Yes.

[@Jesus_isLord_andGod]

Yes it's so unbearable, but Lord Jesus helping me trugh this difficult time. I pray in Jesus' name that you will be healed from this.💌🙏

[@user-cc5od3zk4p]

I was. Ginger and mint , a few dietary changes. Ok now.

[@francesthompson1324]

Constantly. I often can go three to five weeks lowering the carbs like bread.

[@christinagoetsch3547]

I'm 1 of the watery eye gals. It happens typically in the morning, and it just pours out...drives me nuts when it "conveniently" starts when I'm putting on my makeup! UGHHHHHHHH!

[@KariAnneWright]

😢

[@shannonweber6253]

Same!

[@reginaw5085]

You don’t have to be scared of cataracts. I had them in my thirties. It’s a small painless surgery and after a few days you have good vision for hopefully the rest of your life.

[@KariAnneWright]

Thank you for sharing this. I appreciate it.

[@nelliemelba4967]

Thank you. Trying to reassure my mum about her upcoming cataract surgery. You comment will help!

[@meredithhull307]

Black seed oil solved my dry eye problem. Such a relief! It’s a potent anti inflammatory too.

[@ShakiraYah]

How are you talking it?

[@LMD2915]

I'm reading here that it could cause gastrointenstinal upset and not be safe for people with seizure disorders, so please consult your physician for dosages, etc.

[@kyliejones8890]

At least I understand it now...wow! 😊

[@VeronicaDavis-wf3yu]

BINGO!!! I just saw a specialist Dr. Tafoya. Dry eyes now. Tear ducts got clogged. For 3 months HORRIFIC right eye pain. Just went away. I have never in my life had headaches. Except for this. 4 sure thought I had brain tumor (not common). I was told warm compresses 10 minutes then massage eyes to prevent clogging of tear ducts by Specialist . And eye drops!

[@MelodyFrey-kj3yg]

I had both cataracts removed last summer. Colors are brighter and the lenses I chose means I don’t need glasses to see far away, only up close. I’ve worn glasses since 3rd grade and I’m 63! I also have glaucoma which affects peripheral vision. I deal with several of the vision changes you talked about in this video daily. Plus I have vision loss from the glaucoma too. Some days it’s too much trying to deal with menopause and all the body changes. Thank goodness for your videos…I know I’m not alone!

[@KariAnneWright]

Thanks for sharing! Keeping up with all of the changes in menopause is exhausting and frustrating.

[@LMD2915]

**hug**

[@ashleyssoutherncharm]

Yep! Never suffered from dry eye until about two years ago. Systane ultra has been a lifesaver for me. Fortunately for me it’s only in the am for the most part. I do keep rewetting drops in my purse as I wear contacts but I put my systane in first thing in the am!

[@KariAnneWright]

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[@leemcclements8889]

Dry eyes... I should take stock in Systayne.

[@KariAnneWright]

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[@queenmarynovelwriter5397]

I'm post (69) and I only have the first one you mentioned. My yearly eye exam is due so I'll talk to my eye doctor about it.

[@cathymumper2126]

I have a lot of eye issues that run on my dad’s side of the family. I know your video is about eye problems with menopause so the issues in my family have nothing to do with that. But, my dad has had so many eye surgeries through out his life and they’ve come a long way with treating the issues compared to what my dad had to go through in the 80s/90s.

[@tanjaadrian7733]

I get all kinds of different headaches and my blurry, fluctuating vision is extremely annoying!!! Thank you for your videos! They help me understand so much. Makes me feel much better since doctors NEVER seem to know what’s going on or what the problem is

[@faeriesmak]

I have an eye related horror story as part of my menopause that you didn’t mention. Vitreous detachment. Except mine went very, very badly. When it detached it sheared off some blood vessels and looked like I was seeing through a thick cloud of flying insects. The internal bleeding happened several times and then I also lost pigment from this in that eye so I have a permanent blurry spot in my vision that looks like a thick smudge on my glasses as well as a clump of permanent black dots. I have a huge floater in that eye that I can always see as well. I am glad that you mentioned the ice pick headaches. I actually get them in my temples and it was freaking me out.

[@KariAnneWright]

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[@wereachhomestead6348]

I had a torn retina last year and since then both of my eyes have Weiss ring. My right eye lives constantly blurry unless I am wearing shades. Happened at age 52 with no history of eye problems.

[@faeriesmak]

@@wereachhomestead6348 Ugh..I am sorry to hear that. These eye problems are really the worst.

[@GuidedByAngels]

Occular migraines yes, i have these a bit more now than i did, they usually come on because i have been around bright light, i even got one after watching Avatar 2, they are awful and disorientating, i find i know when one is coming because my vision starts to disappear in my right eye and i cant see anything,that is my que its coming so ive learnt to go into a dark room if i can and wait for it to start and pass which for me lasts around 15-20 mins, starts with a flicker of light in my right eye that gradually becomes flickers and flashing lights that move up and eventually goes, when it goes i get a feeling of pressure relief, very strange indeed and i can understand why you got freaked out. For me what is concerning is since jan i have had floaters and a spiderweb thing going on and it seemed to come on over night, eye doc says its nothing so i just think hmmm peri again then, so good to know that we are not alone in this ❤ thank you for being here Karl and to anyone reading this 🥰

[@KariAnneWright]

Thanks for sharing. It really scared me and I was out of the house which was worse. I’m glad your eye doctor didn’t find anything concerning causing the spiderweb you experienced. It’s all so upsetting.

[@GuidedByAngels]

@KariAnneWright call on Archangel Raphael for extra comfort and healing, he is always there to help 🙏

[@LurkerSmurf]

My migraines (primarily ocular aura) started in puberty and have decreased with lowering estrogen levels and better blood pressure control. 🤞The zig-zags and traveling blind spot are unsettling if you don't know what they are.

[@ElizabethSmith-nk2jg]

Kari, thanks for sharing this topic. I’m currently experiencing most of those issues. I’ve even been referred to a couple of specialists, but none even mentioned hormonal changes. That’s frustrating! Thanks for making me not feel so alone, or crazy! ❤️

[@Mamadorly]

We are in this together. This is me! Through and through, add vision snow, floaters, etc.!!!!! there's also the increased risk of glaucoma.

[@KariAnneWright]

Luckily my eye pressure has been normal but I do have a rare eye condition which causes small tufts of blood vessels in the eyes and I had an eye bleed last year that also terrified me.

[@Mamadorly]

Same here! Same exact situation

[@KariAnneWright]

@@Mamadorly Oh dear! I’m sorry to hear that!

[@Juleshenri3]

The first time I had an ocular migraine, I thought I was having a STROKE! I was reading an email and began to see the words but could not read and understand them for about 2 minutes. SCARY!!! Then it was if a veil appeared over my vision and the squiggly lines. I also have dry eyes and blepharitis! I had cataract surgery last year. It was a very easy surgery, rest assured, takes about 10 minutes! I had them for about 10 years. I have 20/20 vision now. Find a good surgeon that you trust, and you will be fine. It is so routine; you would be shocked. You see right after and can go back to work the next day with a few limitations. I was freaked out about it those 10 years, but it really was totally fine! I was set free from my worry. They had grown and I really had no choice. Now it is all of the other symptoms. Sheesh! 😀 Thanks for the video, I just started collagen again and sea buckthorn oil orally and edamame help with hot flashes!

[@KariAnneWright]

That is scary!😢

[@Sillysausage17]

Yep mine started in post menopause, currently waiting on an mri and neurologist appointment, its so scary 😨

[@KariAnneWright]

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[@NadineCallan]

Well yet another bunch of symptoms explained. I get the eye/temple stabs infrequently and am starting to get floaties also the ocular migraines?. HRT update I'm falling asleep within a reasonable amount of time and that alone is a huge help. SO YAY Focus and motivation seems to be better but that could also be just getting some proper sleep.

[@KariAnneWright]

Better sleep is a huge win.👏

[@NadineCallan]

@@KariAnneWright 100%

[@drivingbythesun]

Is that why I have ocular migraines? They did start within the past 10 years. I guess I feel better knowing it's sort of common. I also have those vision changes. Some days I can see fine with my glasses, others not so much. I've been complaining about dry eyes for years, and had to stop wearing contacts due to it. Luckily my eye doctor did let me know it's common in peri and drops help somewhat. Yes to the ice pick headaches. Not often, but at least now I'm less concerned. And I've had a cataract in my left eye since my mid-40s and my right eye a couple years later. I thought something was seriously wrong with me when I could see a distinct color change when looking at things with one eye or the other before I knew what that was. You made me feel so much better though about these ocular migraines. Can't wait to watch more of your videos (this is the second I've watched, although I've been subscribed for a while) to learn what else I'm dealing with is normal for us. Thanks for your informative and fun videos!

[@fluffysuds]

I get most of these. I get the ice pick pain too but thought it was the tumor in my head. This is good to know. I have drusen in both eyes too ugh.

[@KariAnneWright]

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[@safarigirl8]

Kari Anne, your videos are a life saver for me - I no longer feel alone or crazy! And I love your hilarious re-enactments! I definitely have all the menopause things…and I can’t do HRT because I’m a breast cancer patient. My eyes have been a mess with all the stuff you listed. I ended up getting cataract surgery at 52 and can share all the details with you if you want. My eyes were perfect at 51…I barely ever even used reading glasses, but over the course of just one year, I got a rapidly developing cataract in both eyes and could barely see! The doctor said it can sometimes happen as a side effect of some medications but nothing I’m on was on the list. Go figure. Maybe it was the oral minoxidil I started taking for hair loss around that time but they didn’t think it was that either. The surgeries went fine according to the doctor but I’ve been suffering with some stuff ever since that I wasn’t aware could happen. But I have never personally known anyone else experiencing what I experienced. So even though I’m bummed I have some annoying after effects to deal with, I can still see way better than I could with the cataracts so I’m glad I did it.

[@KariAnneWright]

Oh dear! You’ve been through a lot. Sending love.

[@nuryener9188]

Yes. Retinal migraine after menapouse and is beginning to occur more frequent in last years

[@KariAnneWright]

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[@michellejackson5217]

Kari Anne - thank you for your videos! You discuss topics I don't see anywhere else!

[@cathykelly791]

I'm 59. 6 yrs post menopausal. I have dry eye, flashes of light (PVD), starting of cataracts, far-sightedness, presbyopia, and Fuch's Dystrophy. My eyes are the main reason I decided to start bioidentical hormone replacement therapy earlier this year. I wish I had started it years ago but didn't realize all the benefits of bHRT until I researched it. It helps to reverse brain fog, increases energy, prevents osteoporosis, prevents cardiovascular disease, and helps to prevent Alzheimer's Disease. It helps with the skin, reduce inflammation in the body, preserve muscle mass, decreases risk of mortality, and so many other things. There was a misconception years ago from the WHI Study with regards to increased risk of cancer -- there are no bad side effects with bioidentical HRT. Any side effects were due to synthetic hormones. I'm taking transdermal bioidentical estradiol, bioidentical progesterone (Premetrium), and compounded bioidentical DHEA/Testosterone. I feel so much better than I did last year. I will take it for the rest of my life.

[@reneebroussard5089]

BHRT has changed my life. I still get unusual symptoms i.e. watery eyes etc but for the most part it’s a great treatment and it’s natural.

[@karenbruce4673]

Finally someone speaking about what has plagued me for the past few years. I have been experiencing eye flashes for over 6 years now. I dilate every year and am constantly told my eyes are healthy. Dry eyes, floaters, eyes pick headaches in my eyes, blurry vision and itchy eyes. I'm 59 and have late onset menopause . Even ear problems as well. Eustachian tube dysfunction. Smh. All the test shows that there is nothing physically wrong. My doctor finally admitted hormonal issues may be the cause. Thanks so much for Finally addressing this. I felt so alone. I have been given antidepressants but I refused to take them. This was confusion more than depression. Now that I know I am not alone, it helps so much

[@cathykelly791]

@@karenbruce4673 You are definitely not alone. I could hardly think and thought I was getting dementia prior to starting bioidentical hormone replacement therapy. I was so emotional tearing up over nothing. Aging is definitely accelerated at menopause. Numerous symptoms. Hang in there. I had to find a functional medical doctor who knows about bHRT, as my traditional PCP never mentioned anything and warned me against it. They're not educated on this stuff. bHRT is helping me get my life back.

[@francesthompson1324]

​@@karenbruce4673At 42 (possibly perimenopause) I was diagnosed with eustachian tube dysfunction. Supposedly allergies but pills don't help. At 51, it has been a struggle. Thank you for this comment. It has given me some relief to know that this could be the cause.

[@cuddlesanddaisy]

There is also something called posterior vitrial detachment.

[@KariAnneWright]

Yes the floaters are annoying too.

[@faeriesmak]

I had one of those that went very badly (it bled a lot) and took about 3 years to fully detach. Now I have specks and dots and a huge floater in my vision as well as a blurry spot.

[@eugie73]

I'm peri still and got diagnosed with cataracts at 47. Had to get surgery because I was unable to do so many things by myself it was stressful. Even my blood pressure was affected. Dry eyes are still a problem for me.

[@KariAnneWright]

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[@willymags123]

I get bright lighting streaks and can't see at times. I get dry eyes I put a drop of olive oil and I'm good to go all day. Yes, headaches have always been my cross

[@KariAnneWright]

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[@yvonneb-t3d]

I get bright light streaks also

[@NaturalHealingAlchemist]

Unfortunately I’ve had ocular migraines for over a decade but, they also happen more often now with dizziness and nausea. I throw one of many cold gel eye masks into my head , sit or lay down as soon as I can and close my eyes . Also drinking calming chamomile tea 🫖 with ginger 🫚 syrup in it is helpful in several ways. (Sometimes I need to make cold tea 🍵 instead of hot or it’ll add to any hot flash!) 😉 Currently I already use Bio True hydration boost eye drops 💧 for dry and or watering eyes. ✌🏻

[@KariAnneWright]

Thanks for sharing.

[@janiec3915]

Good grief! My eyes have been driving me so crazy in the last 5 years or so. The dry eyes and those needles randomly stabbing me the eyes are the worst! Thank you for posting this 🙏🏻♥️

[@KariAnneWright]

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[@michelegreenslade-jz6fk]

What symptom of menopause haven't I got. My eyesight been so bad, even blurred with my new glasses. Truly thought I was going blind. Everything I get now, I put down to menopause. Had a false idea after periods, life would be good. In worse physical situation I have ever been. This is no joke. 😢

[@KariAnneWright]

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[@vickyarcilla9745]

Hi! Kari sad to say I have some of these symptoms and it’s bothering me getting older and menopause are really upsetting and lonely at times.It’s sad that we’re getting older supposedly relaxing and enjoying your time as a senior years but this is what we got,I guess it’s will get worse not better I just hope not for all of us women

[@KariAnneWright]

I’m better than I was in perimenopause but still battling several changes and issues. Frustrating!

[@stacyhamilton1421]

Since my eye issues didn't resolve this weekend, I went to my eye doctor today, and my eyes are fine. He did confirm I have a very large floater. No signs of a retinal tear or cataracts, thankfully. Thanks again for this video. It was very timely.

[@crlundy86]

Great information Kari. Thank you.

[@corteltube]

Yes..only happened once for around 20 minutes…I saw like some shimmer lights refraction in one eye…I felt fine…but that scared me to death…haven’t had it since…and once was enough thank you.

[@KariAnneWright]

@@corteltube 😢

[@tokyorosa]

I also started getting dry eyes and ocular migraines in perimenopause. The ocular migraines terrified me because blindness from macular degeneration runs in my family. I was afraid it the changes in my vision were signs that this was occurring.

[@KariAnneWright]

I’m diabetic so any changes to my eyes terrifies me.

[@annaryan4803]

Yes, I have noticed more eye problems post menopause. Like you, my vision changes throughout the day. My eyes feel too dry. Doing eye exercises help that, but have not cured it yet. And yes, I have very brief stabbing pain, too.

[@KariAnneWright]

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[@smileyalma67]

I'm 48, suffering from extreme changes in my sight throughout the month. From time to time have icepick pain. But the worst for more than a year is having dry eyes, and is the horrible feeling of having like shards of glass inside when you're waking up but they just won't open 😣😢

[@KariAnneWright]

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[@penzo8803]

Kari..thank you so much for this video. My eyesight has been really worrying me. I have recently heard of and watched a vlog hosting a neuroscientist Dr Lisa Mosconi. All about the brain and menopause. Very informative and very helpful.

[@dhw14]

The timing of this video is perfect. I am experiencing eye problems right now!

[@KariAnneWright]

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[@MariaVeronica14]

Perfect timing! When I hit late stage peri a couple of years ago, I needed prescription reading glasses and drops for dryness. Now I'm noticing two other changes. One you mentioned in your video. My eyesight seems to change throughout the day! There are times when everything is perfectly crisp and clear. Other times, things seem dull to me. I thought it was just my imagination. I think it has to do with how much I'm straining my eyes. The other symptom that I'm noticing is that it takes me a few minutes to adjust when I walk into a room that is dimly lit. I can't read at all in dim lighting, and I hate going to stores that aren't brightly lit. My doctor told me that this is all normal. It's just part of the process of aging, but it still stinks. My mom just had cataract surgery. She loves it! She's sorry that she didn't do it sooner. Her vision is much improved and she now only wears glasses for reading. Don't worry about the cataracts. It's a very common thing.

[@KariAnneWright]

Thanks. I’ll try not to worry.

[@bronwyn3568]

Yes watering eyes, dry eyes, redness and burning, stinging, totally agree. I have had 2 eye operations, corneas and cataracts too prior to menopause or pre menopause. I am in between at almost 53 😮😅😂😊

[@KariAnneWright]

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[@melisaeslinger6247]

I've been having ocular migraines, dry eyes and the eye jabs; I thought I was going crazy. Thanks for letting me know. I will be seeing my eye doctor soon.

[@KariAnneWright]

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[@shippmateproductions]

Thank you so much for this video!!! I have been wondering what was going with my eyes whenever I have a sharp pain in it. I was thinking I was stressing out and I needed to relax. Never thought that "the change" had anything to do with it. I do have regular migraines from time to time, but I just recently started having the sharp pains in the eye. Everyday I'm learning something else about this body of mine and the retirement party that my hormones are having at the moment. 😫

[@kitparker271]

I have torn my cornea by just waking up in the morning and opening my eyes. My eye doctor calls it a “map dot fingerprint”, and it is PAINFUL! I have it happen to me at least 4 times over the past 3 years - and yes, the doctor says collagen helps. Also, I’m developing cataracts which is actually making my vision better because of how the light is refracted in my eyes! My eye doctor says studies have shown that vitamin C can help slow the growth, so I’ve added that as a supplement.

[@KariAnneWright]

Yes tearing a patch off my eye was very painful and I honestly thought I was losing my sight in that eye. I was terrified. I’ll look into vitamin c. Thanks for the tip.

[@ReneeWelsh-b6u]

Oh my goodness, THANK YOU!!!!!❤❤❤❤❤❤ this seeing through water, colours in 1 spot of 1 eye, eyes going blurry, dry eyes these things all happened to me last week and i was so scared!!!! I thought i was growing a brain tumour or something. Oh you are a lifesaver, i just love you, thank you so much. ❤❤❤❤❤ my anxiety is through the roof these days and things that randomly happen make me almost panic. Thank you for easing my anxiety, you are a beautiful and amazing lady. Xxx🇦🇺

[@KariAnneWright]

Happy to help.😊

[@josephinebenjamin270]

Hi, thanks for your information, it's usually very helpful. I have four of these eye problems you described. I was about to make a second appointment with an eye specialist. Thanks.

[@annatrip]

Thanks for the info. I’ve been getting ocular migraines without the headache and I had no idea it was a menopause symptom.

[@maydragon1]

TY! so helpful! had all these symptoms, including cataract surgery which I may have put off if I had seen this video first. Wishing you well!

[@azlynzzz5]

Kariiiiii... I have all of the abovementioned symptomssss.... arghhh...!! (running off with hands flailing in the air) 😅... oh dear ... sigh... thank you so much.. you're a Godsend 🤗❤️

[@sassymusic77]

Yep, I am starting to have all of those issues except the cataracts. I used to have 20/13 vision in both eyes (pretty much fighter pilot vision), and now I struggle to see the smaller road signs. And my night vision is definitely worse - I used to be able to see quite well in the dark. I get the ocular migraines - mine are very zigzaggy.

[@KariAnneWright]

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[@PM-gx2bp]

I’ve had 5-6 ocular migraine episodes. I got so scared at first. When I was reading I couldn’t see some letters just like you described having a fuzzy spot where I was looking. Then I saw neon color zigzag flashing lines on top of my field of vision when I closed my eyes. I thought it was my blood pressure but my eye doctor explained it was an ocular migraine and had nothing to do with the actual eye.

[@KariAnneWright]

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[@sonalsatpalkar7865]

Hi there, I can relate it to myself for eye jabs or ice pick headaches, as you mentioned. They are not headaches but like a shot in an eye. When I started having them, I started wondering what it is. I thought may be it was due to longer exposure to screen and give my eyes some rest. But now that you tell this, I can understand why they are around. Also I had perfect vision a couple of years before and I suddenly cannot read without specs. Gosh! what a rapid change ...

[@KariAnneWright]

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[@SanteriAbhyankar]

Has anyone noticed a mild swelling or bulging of eyeball ( with pain of course) when the arual migraine attack hits? My left eyeball has a bulge when that happens along with a hazy spot on the left side of my vision. All reports are normal including a brain MRI

[@KariAnneWright]

Have you had your eye pressure checked? A bulge would be concerning. I’m sorry you’re dealing with that.

[@deded1057]

Yes, I was diagnosed with fast growing cataracts about 3 years ago. I'm going in for surgery next week - I am at the place where I'm unable to drive safely after dark. I just turned 62. I was told the other eye qualified for surgery but since I still able to use corrective lenses to get workable vision, to wait for surgery in that eye. I've had migraine since puberty but they changed in menopause. Before they were hours long and it's learned how to mitigate them. Migraines now last days long and I'm still experimenting to find what I can do to handle them. I am on BHRT, and have been for 5-6 years. When I finally got my BHRT dosing right, my migraines became almost non-existent..... thank the good Lord!!!

[@KariAnneWright]

Wishing luck on your surgery and quick healing.

[@pambrown5382]

Losing the vision in the center of my eyes, have to lay down for 30 mins. I feel off for a day after. Dry mouth, end of the second toe on my left foot is itchy 😳 eye doc said I am developing cataracts (I'm 66)

[@KariAnneWright]

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[@Mutsel]

I have occular migraines sinds I was 14 or so. They doesn't come often. I see zigzags and they last for 15 minutes or so, and I'm extremly tired after that. Very weird. No headaches. I do have dry eyes and did see a eyedocter two months ago. I have now also eyedrops to use. It helps a bit, but I still see spots sometimes, or blurriness.

[@KariAnneWright]

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[@MichelleL22]

Oh yes!!! I am forever squinting with my glasses on! Nighttime is even worse. I use collagen daily but still need eyedrops (I also live in az mountains so that doesn’t help) my ocular migraines started about 6 years ago out of nowhere. I thought I was having a stroke bc I had the weird flashing thing and lost some peripheral vision in one eye. Eye dr checked everything and said always get it checked bc he did find one woman was actually having a stroke. The dry skin is making me crazy too! I’m 54 and still technically in peri, my last period was October so I’m hoping it doesn’t restart again, I’ve had months of nothing then flooding to the point of severe anemia and don’t want that again!! So many crazy things, thank you so much for making sure we are aware of as many as you can find or experience! It’s not just hot flashes and moods!! ❤

[@KariAnneWright]

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[@amandahenderson9290]

I’ve had the ice pick headaches as well as itchiness of the eyes. I was also tested for glaucoma 2 years ago. They asked me about other family members having it. I said, No, not that I know of.” Sent me to a specialist and he told me it was just pressure build up in my right eye.

[@KariAnneWright]

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[@terrylwamsteeker4394]

I have exactly the same thing in my right eye & now in my left but not as bad. I also have pain behind my right eye that goes above my eyebrow & into my temple. It's really bothersome & gets worse at night. Did your eye Dr give any advise. My eyes have also been itchy for about 3 years. I turned 53 in March. Thanks so much for your comment!!

[@amandahenderson9290]

@@terrylwamsteeker4394 He prescribed some eye drops (latanoprost)

[@VehiclesvsfordDEEP]

Im having both eyes done as i have cataracts two having them done before Christmas ❤

[@KariAnneWright]

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[@katt76]

I am so thankful for your research and posts on your personal experiences through this journey. I have experienced ALL the changes you speak about- lucky me, too!!!😂 You make me feel less anxious 😊

[@kathleendouglas9893]

ive been having a lot of eye issues, dry/itchy/foggy being the main thing. the collagen does help. i noticed when i was traveling it got worse but also i didnt have my collagen for a few days and it got better when i was back on it. SO sorry u peeled off a layer! yikes thats crazy. hope u are ok now, the collagen helps!

[@KariAnneWright]

The collagen has been a true blessing for me in many ways. I feel fortunate that it was introduced to me. I’ve never found another collagen that comes close.

[@kathleendouglas9893]

@@KariAnneWright its so true!

[@coopervp]

Such a helpful video. Thank you! I’m seeing flashes - Like a spinning silver pinwheel in the very back of my eye. This happens especially when it’s sunny outside. Been wondering if it’s hormonal.

[@KariAnneWright]

It’s always best to get an eye check to be sure but it’s possible it’s hormonal.

[@penzo8803]

Thank you so much for the time and trouble you take to research and get this message out Kari. Keeps me sane. 😊

[@denadear]

Never had migraines, but in my late 30s I had my first and only ocular migraine. It was terrifying! I thought I was having a stroke and I even called 911. As the headache dissipated, I had the sensation of ceiling fan blades whirring just at the top of my vision before it all went away. I have also had the stabbing eye pain that comes out of nowhere. It occurs right on the inside corner of my eye. I also have vision that changes during the day. I have three different types of glasses: readers, distance and bifocals that were my mom's that help with close up and mid range, meaning the distance to the computer because there are some days that my eyes just can't focus on the computer. It's insane!!

[@KariAnneWright]

I have work glasses for the computer too that are mid range and close up only. They give me a headache sometimes though because I keep looking away and I don’t have distance lenses in them and everything goes blurry.🤷‍♀️

[@drivingbythesun]

I also have 3 pairs of glasses even though one of them are progressive but I can only really see distance OK with them. I have separate reading glasses, and computer glasses.

[@lindamorris4542]

Been getting bad migraines since I hit puberty now in perimenopause they have got worse, I now get cluster migraines where i can take up to 4-5 migraines a day and can last for a week or two, I now sometimes only get the visual effects in a migraine and no pain that I can handle no probs it is those cluster migraines that take it out of me and I just want to curl up in bed and never leave my bed or stick my head in a freezer just to cool down the head a bit, sick of taking medication for migraines because I have been taking meds most of my life for them. I can only hope when I hit full menopause the migraines stop, fingers crossed.

[@KariAnneWright]

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[@angelastanley1982]

Thanks so much for this information. I had no idea that menopause could affect your eyes these way. I have been feeling all the symptoms you describe. It helps knowing why this is happening.

[@luannputman9102]

I have had most of these symptoms, and was told I am developing cataracts too. Yay postmenopause.

[@KariAnneWright]

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[@wife3591]

Omg everything you r saying is so much true thank u, i dont have cataracts but the sharp eye i got it after i got my eyetest for glasses for reading i also have dry eyes even though my eyes water like a burn sorry am from Scotland so my eyes water like a waterfall even though optician gave me eye drops never Ending

[@KariAnneWright]

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[@EC-yd9yv]

Yes...all these eye problems for me too. You may want to research castor oil, I finally tried it , it's only been a week, already noticing nice difference!! Very important product must be.. organic, cold pressed, hexane free and also v important it be in amber -Glass- bottle, as plastic leaches into product thus contaminate. ALSO heard can prevent and maybe repair cataracts. 🙏✨ Hope this helps others as much as me. 🌺Thx do much Kari for all you do 💕

[@EC-yd9yv]

I use.. heritage store brand

[@KariAnneWright]

I have castor oil sitting on my dresser.

[@karintraut8151]

Codliver oil fantastic