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[@SarahRaw]

Thank you for standing up to women who shame us for suffering. It took me 6 months of stand up to my therapist who kept telling me I needed to “try harder” to befriend my “rage outs”. I felt like I was suddenly crazy and this woman, who had no symptoms when she had menopause, made me feel like I was failing in controlling my anger/irritability when it was something more physiological. 🤯🤬😡

[@spiffer60]

40 next year. During my cycle and starting to be during other times , I have extreme pain in my knees but most joints

[@vanessatrent1994]

My sleep has decreased a whole lot. I am real moody during the daytime at work. I have gained so much weight that is ridiculous. And these hot flashes are like demons. Why didn’t our mothers talk to us about this they lied. this crap should’ve came with a class and a book for women to learn from hot flashes. A light demons. I feel like my body I feel like my body does not like me. and the worst part about all of us. I happen to be a lupus patient. One minute I’m hot and one minute I’m cold. I don’t know what to do with all of this.

[@meteoradegrecia5727]

It's years that I have all the simptoms. I went twice to my ginecologist, they did a complete check and they told me twice that I am not menopause or perimenopause. They checked my blood, my hormons and they say I am not there, but I feel myself like that. 🤷

[@meteoradegrecia5727]

And I am 44

[@maryclairehavermd8473]

Learn more here: galvestondiet.com/menopause-symptoms/what-is-perimenopause/

[@jamiekavanagh7987]

I currently going through pre menupours and my period is going longer than normal is that normal I'm 50

[@ashleyvazquez1642]

I am 28 and have had terrible night sweats for a year. It has progressed to hot flashes in the daytime. I want to talk to my doctor but I don’t want to sound crazy. I have irregular periods and he diagnosed me with PCOS, treated me with the Depo shot and I have not had a period since august 2021.. help me, guide me with how to approach my GYNOCOLOGIST with this. Thank you in advance

[@maryclairehavermd8473]

You are so welcome! Check out our blog on this, tons of information there. www.galvestondiet.com

[@claudiamarkets9126]

♥️I LOVE when you get UPSET …PERIMENOPAUSE is HELL on EARTH 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@juiceandtruth]

I totally am in hell. I’m 44 and I have 47 symptoms of perimenopause. Started around age 37. I’m absolutely miserable 😭😭😭 the depression and anxiety is crippling. I cry all day and I just want my old life back.

[@lizzie4830]

🫂

[@26evajdiaz]

I’m so sorry to hear that I started having full symptoms at 44 but went to my gyno right away I hope you’re getting treated. Will be praying for you all suffering.

[@shannonhamill7165]

Same!!! Please tell me you found help?!? 🙏

[@CoachEwaEckert]

So sorry to hear this. You will.get better. I started as early as you but now I'm 47 and feel amazing..Just make sure you workout every single day like I do.

[@theunquietmindpodcast]

Omg you’re not alone! ❤I experience the same feelings of sadness, insane anxiety and hard to sleep through the night. It’s crippling at times. I’m managing the best way I can. Thank goodness for therapy each week.

[@darlenelibbi7644]

I'm 45. I had a mental breakdown in January. I started having panic attacks doing anything. I was told I'm borderline bipolar depression. I had a hysterectomy at 41. Kept my ovaries so I have no idea about periods. I was put on lamotrigne and buspar. But I still panic and cry on a dime. I actually don't sweat I just overheat. I literally cried watching you say I'm not crazy. Dry mouth dry eyes. I have lupus diagnosed at 42. I'm constantly using lotion. God I need this.

[@SarahRaw]

I’m so sorry you went through that 😢. It seems archaic that we aren’t told this info sooner - I’ve been told I have everything from lupus to arthritis to depression and borderline personality disorder and was given methotrexate which really destroyed my health. 🤯😢

[@marisv2]

Wow eye opener oh my goodness thank you so much for educating us women!!!! Thank you thank you thank you!!!!

[@queenblue9988]

Totally dismissed by my ob about my symptoms and was told I needed a sexual therapist and regular therapist. I was appalled because HE defined menopause by hot flashes. He also said it was due to my thyroid. I don’t get hot flashes that often nor do I get night sweats on the regular due to I am on gabapentin for rls.

[@off-gridsimplyhappyrodriguez]

I'm right there with you. I called 911 thinking I was dying And had no reason to think that. They thought I was crazy😅❤❤❤

[@lindajones4849]

@@queenblue9988 Hi, from the reading i have done menopause can have huge effects on your sexuality. With your hormones falling off a cliff your sex drive can be nonexistent. Vaginal dryness can cause extreme pain during intercourse . Lube can help , but estrogen receptors are everywhere including your bladder. Tissues of the bladder and vagina can thin and weaken causing something causing genitourinary syndrome of menopause. Over time this can become VERY painful because it also affects the labia . Sitting and walking( or riding a bicycle ) can become very painful . My alternative medicine doc gave me a script for topical vaginal estrogen. This is a LOW dose topical estrogen that is safe even for women with estrogen positive cancer. Odds are you don't need a sex therapist ( or any therapist) you need a physician who is educated about menopause. After the damage caused by the Women's Health Initiative it can be hard to find a doc who has been correctly informed about menopause. Best wishes.

[@squishysirenita]

Sigh...who else is silently wishing you were born male??😔 Grateful for all this info, but I have to admit that it's hard to watch (for me). I do appreciate you Dr for informing us🙏 Better to be informed than ignorant💪

[@maryclairehavermd8473]

We have the tools to make this a wonderful transition for you. Learn more at our blogs at www.galvestondiet.com

[@smileyalma67]

I just turned 48, and had my last kid at 40, and the changes started 3 years later that I began to notice. I really thought was going crazy bc of the brain fog, like couldn't articulate to communicate, was so frustrating 😢 Then came the frozen shoulder, the insomnia, night sweats 😓 The last to come was the horrible depression, even started to think that my kids would be better off without me. Even though my periods still are super regular, I began to have migraine and spotting during ovulation time. When I told my OBGYN, he looked at me like I was crazy. By the grace of God a video turned out about perimenopause, by pure curiosity watched it and it made click to all my symptoms, checked all the boxes. Doctors like you gave me so much hope and peace of mind, the information and tools, now I'm doing so much better. God bless you 🙏🏼❤️

[@penavs]

You won me over when you stood up for other women by shutting down that rude comment.

[@maryclairehavermd8473]

I try to take the high road, but it gets hard.

[@marinastepanovic]

Yes,dry tongue and lips,dry eyes,paintful joints,brain fog,hair loss,fatigue,depression,friquent urination,hand numbness,44 years

[@Celeste-.-marie]

Could you imagine if doctors were trying to get men to have their testicles removed after they have had kids and say "you dont need those anymore?" Please! We'll NEVER see that happen. Why are doctors so quick to just want to take our parts out?

[@melann7380]

And you are right about the hysterectomy thing. My doctor offered me a hysterectomy for bad periods at age 37, and I told him no way. I told him I don’t have cancer and surgery should be a last resort. Then I went online and found support groups, started researching on my own, changed my diet, changed my exercise, and started supplementing and my symptoms did improve, my periods became more regular

[@tashabrown8301]

So glad I came back to this video and read your comment. I am almost 53. I have struggled with fibroids for about five years I only have four but the biggest wanna sit in on my uterine lining which is caused heavier periods, iron deficiency anemia which leads to shortness of breath iron infusion therapy I’ve even had to have blood transfusions. I have scheduled a hysterectomy for July 28, however my cycles have been better this year and seems like I should be headed to menopause soon so I’m thinking about canceling the surgery.

[@cyndieK1]

@@tashabrown8301 I am 50 and going through the same thing. Just had a D&C with Ablation. 5 iron transfusions. It’s been a mess but I think I’m going to end up having a hysterectomy even though I do t want to. Just curious if you went through with it or did you cancel?

[@carnicavegirl7214]

I start HRT tomorrow, I’m so nervous but I’m 49, haven’t had a period in 3 months, sky high anxiety, can’t sleep, irritated all the time, sweating and hot flashes more frequently , brain fog,joints hurt when I walk😮 ughh I’m over it😂 I’m praying that HRT works for me 🎉

[@gilliandowney5225]

How are you feeling now 8 months later ?

[@betyanagordon7420]

Thank you so much for providing this information. I went to my family doctor and GYN complaining of new odor. I spent way too much money on tests only to find out there is “nothing wrong with me”. I am in peri-menopause and thought that this could have something to do with my problem and I was told , no! 😳 I felt like I was going crazy. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and helping women take control of their health. You are changing lives! ♥️

[@ladykimberly4384]

Thank you. Just found your video. I'm 53 and was wondering what's wrong with me. I thought that at 50 I was automatically going to be in menopause So I was confused when my period didn't stop. No one would ever explained anything and it was scary. Also thought I was having a heart attack so I got checked but they said my heart was ok then you said heart palpitations. I was so relieved. All of the other symptoms make sense now too. I was scared I was falling apart. Now I know that I'm not dying. The same thing happened to me as a preteen. Nobody told me what was going on with my body before my cycle hit. I send you much ❤️❤️❤️ and gratitude.

[@DrJoySmithMaxwell]

Any doctor who dismisses a patient's concern by labeling their complaint as 'natural' should indeed be immediately dismissed as their care provider.

[@capone5069]

Would this make my wife not want to be around me or talk to me? I'm doing my research so that I can understand and help her get through this 🙏

[@maryclairehavermd8473]

This can be a very difficult time for women, and many don't understand, even her.

[@melann7380]

Omg, I thought I had brain damage or early onset Alzheimer’s (I am 44). So glad to know it is just brain fog. Also, my sleep sucks, waking up frequently and occasional night sweats

[@ericamee5285]

Hi , I've recently started to take a magnesium supplement before bed , it's helped me out ..may help you for sleep 😴? X

[@racheld2412]

Omg, me too! Thought I had early dementia or was thinking that the world has changed so much in our lives are so busy that my brain just can't keep up and it's too tired. Good luck with everything ❤️

[@kendrademings182]

Omg!!! I'm sooooo happy I found your video. There is nothing so thorough on KZbin. I'm 36 (almost 37) and I just kept thinking no way. This helps me so much!!! 💕 Thank you for all your wisdom and information. Now I can proceed on with life and not feel "crazy". Definitely going to take your recommendations and make the best of this new journey in my life 🥰

[@veronicakay8688]

I'm 35...I feel the same relief! Whew 👏🏾

[@maryclairehavermd8473]

You are so welcome!

[@deannascorner8112]

Same Kendra, same! I have been a mix of emotions dealing with changes in my cycle for the past month

[@samangelanixon46]

This was encouraging! “You are not crazy.” Thank you. I’ve felt that way.

[@rwaterssydney]

43 years old: heart palpitations, wake up at 2am, night sweats, 4am, anxiety...

[@amymatthews4079]

Same!

[@carries68]

Here too!

[@daliab8493]

Yes me too

[@daliab8493]

I don’t get palpitations but I get everything else you describe, but night sweats only for a few days before my period. And this is a new symptom.

[@lindajones4849]

These are definitely symptoms of perimenopause. I'm 69 but in my late 30s I had palpitations and went to a cardiologist who couldn't find anything. Figured out later it was perimenopause.

[@sarahsweitzer7483]

I ❤️ you stand up for suffering women!! So many , even other women, shame other women. Thank you for sharing and empowering me as a woman with this knowledge . You're amazing

[@ccruiz8245]

Lord have mercy....why aren't doctors telling us this? I'm so glad I found you on KZbin

[@maryclairehavermd8473]

Happy to help!

[@ashleyssoutherncharm]

I am so glad I found you! I turned 40 in April. Between 33-35 I noticed a change in my hair texture, my facial skin started drying and I noticed severe vaginal dryness/painful intercourse with my husband. I thought, “well, welcome to my 30’s”! Then around 35 I started having “flushes” where I’d turn real red in the chest and neck and with time it’s rose up to my face as well. But I don’t sweat with them. At 39 I had a bout of feeling foggy headed, which I didn’t tell anyone about so then it turned into anxiety, which I don’t typically suffer from but it was almost crippling. After I told my mama how I was feeling and had a few good cry’s it leveled out after a day or two. I’ve been more forgetful like leaving my cell phone in public places, twice I’ve done that! I had six cavities at my dental checkup last year. The past year I also started growing peach fuzz on the side of my face! Two months ago I started waking up with severe dry eye and the last couple of weeks I’ve had bouts of heart palpitations. My menses is like clock work as I’m on the pill and have been for years. But it may be heavier one month and lighter the next, which is new this past year. I do see my GYN faithfully each year for a healthy check. But I did contact my GYN and she ordered a TSH and an FSH, my TSH was normal but my FSH was 0.2!!! I have an appt with her Thursday the 15. But in all seriousness, it will absolutely make women feel like we’re going mad! So thank you for talking about it to us and for helping us understand.

[@pininfarinarossa8112]

You dont have your mensis as you are on the pills. You dont ovulate.

[@GoWithin4]

Thank you!! 🙏 This is like my exact story! 😮😢 So glad I saw it. Hope you’re doing well. I am going to a HRT Specialist in 4days 🎉

[@ashleyssoutherncharm]

@@GoWithin4 hey Janet! I’ve had a couple more bouts of brain fog. But now that I know what it is, I’m not having anymore anxiety. All my other symptoms still exist, but my periods are getting more erratic. I may start a day early or a day late then spot for a day then do nothing for a day then spot again the next day. Real crazy periods. I’m now 41 and a half. Still on birth control and that’s it. Will you let me know how your appt goes? I’m curious since we have the same issues. How old are you too please?

[@mariannamcmullen1756]

I'm 45 and I don't care to have sex AT ALLLLLLLL. Im tired all the time. I don't sleep unless I take sleeping pills. My mind seems like I can't remember things. I have night sweats I can't never ever sleep 😴😭. My mood is UP AND DOWN. My question is what can I take for everything I mentioned. I want to be more sexually active with my husband but it just want happen. I want to sleep. I want to find something for the hot 🔥 flashes. Please Help 🥺

[@lovelocked5385]

Vitamin e , now brand natural progesterone cream, magnesium, blessings 🙏💟

[@maryclairehavermd8473]

I have GREAT blogs about this at www.galvestondiet.com

[@sasha48189]

I’m 44yrs old and I feel tired and drained to don’t feel like being intimate this is not me my partner is getting impatient with me,, because I don’t feel like being intimate I’m tired of feeling this getting older is very challenging your body. Changes mind and my soul I feel drained all the time and constantly worrying,,

[@valentinagutierrez1861]

Omg I’m Not Crazy 😢😢😢 for 3 years my life is being a hell. I thought I am developing early dementia and I am only 40

[@yourvoiceiseverything]

Wow, every symptom you said is perimenopause spot on!! As a student wanting to pursue OB/Gyn and continue to assist women in their health, this optimal for me. Ugh, I would LOVE to learn from you and your studies!! I’ll move to Texas! Lol.

[@rebeccaverdoes]

Everyone is blaming my issues on my previous deployments and the deployment related stress, however i have a strong feeling my hormone levels are messed up leading to my issues. I struggle with terrible sleep, migraines, extreme tiredness, feeling sad and feeling hyper sensitive. I pressed my GP for HRT and the first one made all the symptoms worse which was an oral mix of estrogen and progesterone . Now they changed it to just progesterone with a little implant in my arm and tbh im at day 10 now but only had 1 migraine day since and felt a bit positive for the first time in years. Not sure its my holy grail yet but thanks to your videos i at least feel confident enough to advocate for myself ❤

[@LindsayAmelia]

This woman is so passionate for women. 💪🏽Shut them down girl! 😂 Thank you for all you do. You’re helping me sooo much! 🙏🏽

[@dianayoung7072]

I lost my trucks keya the other day, and i cant find the dang spare keys. Thats just one example of my fog. My husband and i got in a huge argument over my forgetfulness. Im a nightmare 2 weeks before my period and 2 weeks after. I dont get a break from the moodiness. Its getting worse.

[@e.r.3785]

32:58 Thank you for this reaction!❤ I've been doing sports all my life and I eat healthier than most people I know. I follow a balanced diet that avoids extremes. I always thought I could manage my health as best I could. There are some things I can't change, and I've lived with certain symptoms, some for the last 10 years. I used to think, "That's okay, it's not that bad. My mother has it worse." But since turning 40, I've been very surprised by the significant changes. I can no longer accept doctors saying, "That's normal!" Having to pee 20 times a day is not normal! Etc.

[@milicamarshastefanovich3312]

You are a warrior for women’s health!! Thank you for all that you do. You passion and enthusiasm for this can be felt all the way in California!!

[@maryclairehavermd8473]

Thank you!

[@sonal1909]

It is very rare that doctors understand that patients are keen to know what's going on with their body and have the capacity to comprehend the medical facts behind the condition they are experiencing. I can't thank you enough for making this video. You are a great doctor and a greater human being!!! Lots of love from Calgary, AB.

[@maryclairehavermd8473]

You are most welcome!

[@Kmia0206]

I love your passion! I wish you were near me. For too, long I’ve gone through feeling like there is no hope. I’m finally growing into myself and my symptoms are easing to some degree. I’m in my 50s but have been struggling since my mid 30s . I was diagnosed with endometriosis and now finding out In the last two years that is Not a fact. More then likely it’s been the roller coaster ride of pre-menopause. It has effected my life tremendously. Ive recently found a doctor who cares and actually listen to my concerns. I love her she compassionate. I’m not a candidate for hormonal replacement so we look at the natural approach. It’s not easy but much more do able now that I understand more of what’s going on instead of being told “nothing is happening it’s all imaginable”. My advice after suffering so long would be Always Advocate for yourself and keep an open dialogue with other women to keep others informative. Be strong 💪 seek out truth and talk to each other.

[@canthinkaboutone]

Ohhh it's such a bit** time, sleeping like shit, hot flushes, no sexual desire... and getting bigger by breathing...

[@chubbsy10]

I’m so glad I found this doctor on this site. I feel like she mentions every symptom I have. I have been to so many doctors, they do the blood work and tell me that everything is normal. I feel like crap every day. I wish this doctor had her practice in AZ.

[@jeanine945]

Thank you so much. You’re awesome. I have been going through this peri menopause I believe for a while. Didn’t realize it but after experiencing increased heart rate the beginning of 2021 and having to change my blood pressure meds; doc ran all kinds of tests and I had an ekg everything is fine. I’m sitting here because now I realize I’m in full fledge perimenopause ❤️❤️. Lately my body flushes hot, I spot before cycles, my cycles seem to start a week ahead of schedule every month..they move up a week, I feel emotional. I thought this was due to my fibroid tumors but after watching your video I feel better that I’m not crazy but just life…sigh…this perimopause is so much. Unbelievable. Thank you for educating and bringing awareness to those of us dealing with this ❤️❤️

[@maryclairehavermd8473]

You are definitely not crazy!! Lifestyle changes can help with some of the symptoms you're describing. We would love for you to check out www.galvestondiet.com if you are interested.

[@kfseay764]

Thank you so so much. I am 49 been going through a mostly bad perimenopause since 39 and tried talking to anyone in my family or friends about it. I feel like I was in my own because family members would say I'm just too sensitive and friends would say you just need to eat better. Ieat mostly healthy, not overweight and pretty healthy. Only 1 friend would listen and relate to me somewhat but like you said we had completely different symptoms. I am so happy you put that person in their place for trying to shame other women who wants to seek help for what they know they are experiencing.

[@maryclairehavermd8473]

So happy that you were able to share your experience with us! We are listening!

[@gaylarivera1633]

@@maryclairehavermd8473 Hello I am already diagnosed in perimenopause stage,I have experiencing all the symptoms,the worst are super backpain and breastpain😭😭😭 What should I do then?please help.Thank you in advance

[@brendaabarca1774]

Saedene Seay… l feel the same doctors and family have said it’s all in my head. l have been told that lm too sensitive and irritable . I had cried to my family for help… l have been feeling hopeless and having mood swings every day but all l got was “ l don’t know how help you., you are always I’m a bad mood“. I just isolated from everyone and keep things to myself because people don’t understand my inner struggles.

[@petsnaturetv1690]

@@brendaabarca1774 I'm with you

[@shannonhamill7165]

How do we find a doctor like you? Anxiety is destroying my life, already on medication for depression and anxiety, I feel this must be from perimenopause, I'm so mentally exhausted, crying, night sweats, waking up, mind racing till I am so exhausted i have to pass out! Soon as i open my eyes anxiety begins! I ended up in the hospital for a week over the wrong depression medication or maybe now it was perimenopause, I'm so lost, please help me!!!!

[@shannonhamill7165]

Also with Thyroid issues... we can't win!

[@Daisymae117]

Your passion for helping women is beautiful. Thank you ♥️😊

[@alyssamiller9329]

Went to my PCP i have had EVERYTHING tested... All came back normal. Im on a 24 day cycle now (i use to be 28 days like clockwork). She tested estradiol and progesterone on day 12 of my cycle. Estradiol was 123. Progesterone was 1.66. i asked her if she wanted to know the day of my cycle. She said "it doesn't matter". I have had EVERY symptom of perimenopause and im 41. This is hell for me. Any suggestions? I do see a NAMS specialist in January. But this is so awful.

[@mandykelley2993]

I'm 45 and have experienced most of these symptoms. My PCP said she thinks I'm too young for perimenopause. But you have clarified so much for me! I'm definitely there.

[@miriamsantiago4268]

Mandy, some women are younger than you & they are already at this stage of life🥲

[@rogers5622]

@@miriamsantiago4268 right . I know someone who started at 34

[@Celeste-.-marie]

I'm 37 and began having symptoms a year ago. My obgyn believes me. She said she went through full menopause at 42 herself. No way you are too young!

[@GoWithin4]

Started at 39 yrs

[@Blancoonegro]

​@@rogers5622Symptoms at that age I still have menstruation but I feel so many strange inexplicable things

[@deannascorner8112]

Thank you so so much for providing such incredible information! I love your passion ❤️❤️ 85% is such a huge number of us. I agree we shouldn’t have to suffer in silence and this is a conversation that is not being had enough!

[@maryclairehavermd8473]

Thank you for tuning in!

[@Flexy98658]

How can I schedule an appointment please

[@amymatthews4079]

I’m 49. Dental changes, Brest tenderness, irregular periods, brain fog, 3 am wake ups with heart racing

[@rubywilliams7896]

I am 44 and everymonth since i started in my 40s I experience some kind of discomfort. I'm so tired of feeling this way. My chest hurts sometimes, vaginal itchiness, headache, heart pinching, stomoch discomfort, bloated, dizziness etc you name it I have it.. What must I take???

[@carliebeau5329]

Stabbing breast pain. 53 Peri 12 years. At 43 was still body strong. Add 10 years . I'm done I wanna die. Just let me die.

[@donnadelaura6171]

Tired ,trouble w sleep,body temperature hot and cold,anxious and never had that issue ,no interest in sex

[@alanapowdrell6505]

Thank you so much for educating women on peri menopause! You are a blessing to me!I’m 48 and starting to have symptoms of peri menopause. Definitely will be making changes to my diet to help elevate symptoms

[@Goldies86]

I loved your response to the hater comment!!! Well said!!! 🙌🏼👏🏻 I just did that Australiasan score sheet and got a 33!! Holy crap. Time for some more blood work. 😳

[@catinarademacher6476]

I have noticed the belly fat and the itching.

[@tamarac7394]

Totally love you. Thank you for everything you do and the continued research you're doing. Symptoms: heavier longer periods, breast's tenderness, brain fog, weight gain, joint pains, LDL and almost insulin resistance, blurred vision or dry eyes, hormone headaches, change in odor. My progesterone is less than 0.5 😂

[@MidwestGirl123]

Ladies, definitely check with your insurance company about coverage. I see a provider in my state who offers similar services…she gives me the appropriate documentation to submit a claim, and my insurance reimburses me for half the cost of the visit. My labs are also covered.

[@shortbutsweet25]

Comment at 33 mins had me howling, good on you Mary for sticking up for us women, shame on the woman who bad mouthed us 🤣🤣🤣

[@elizabethpeters4646]

Peri menopausal symptoms sound like fibromyalgia!

[@chikalivaca745]

45 yrs old, I'm having from hot flashes, headaches, pains all over my body, chills, anxiety, depression, my stomach is bloated, my ears feel plugged, itchy, hair falling, over eating, fatigue, can't sleep, irritated.. many other symptoms, feels like I'm dying and doctor says I'm not in pre menopause..🙄🙄🙄

[@NikkiBNatural]

My palpitations,anxiety,depression,fatigue and brain fog is really started kicking my ass this week. I’m 45, all I wanna do is be in bed.

[@loveinautumn3978]

I'm 44 years old and I've noticed heart palpitations, thinning hair my hair is not the same. Btw, my period is five days late. 😢

[@cpohlmann27]

Omg ! I kept thinking I was crazy, I’ve been to 7 doctors (all types including endocrinologist) and EVERYONE says there’s is nothing wrong with me but I feel like crap. That my blood work is normal 😞 my ultrasound is normal

[@maryclairehavermd8473]

You are not crazy. At all.

[@lydellcortez8283]

A Godsend!🙇🏾‍♀️ I literally started crying at one point.😭 Then I scheduled an appointment with my doctor. I am so thankful and forever changed🤯🤓

[@maryclairehavermd8473]

I am so happy to be of any help to you!!!!

[@J-ZIM]

Hi. What did your doc do for you?

[@monicathrasher3561]

My OB/GYN advised partial hyst age 40 for heavy periods with clots, low H&H, so I did it. Wish I would have heard of you back when I lived in your area. You would have saved me years of suffering. Starting HRT this week, at 54.

[@taneashamiller8850]

I am experiencing🤯 brain fog, extreme 🤬anger and 🤦🏾‍♀️anxiety and fatigue🤦🏾‍♀️ and a high pulse and I have experienced some missed menstrual periods🤔 I want to be sexual again and I want to have more children 👶🏾👶🏾👶🏾😘

[@Ashhh571]

I believe I'm in premenopause haven't had the test done yet. But I'm 36, my mom and sister both started menopause in their 30s. This is the first time I've gone without my menstrual cycle but I've had night sweats, crankiness, cramping on and off for quite sometime. No period for the last month and I've done several pregnancy tests and all came back negative. As I'm typing this I am having a hot flash 😭🤣 very informative video tysm for your time and information

[@maryclairehavermd8473]

Glad it cold help you.

[@yolandakent9872]

Stop it! Absolutely stop it!!!!We should be standing together! We are different yet all the same!!! I’m here bc I am suffering needlessly and want my symptoms alleviated to enjoy my life.

[@taneashamiller8850]

Thanks for sharing this important information I will be 46 years young September 25TH and I am determined to thrive during this period of my life💖much love Cleveland Ohio 🥰

[@lilemukule7510]

I've just found you.😃 Oh what such joy!😃 I'm definitely in transition I'm 49 snd i think I'm on my 4th year...i like the holistic and medical approach you bring. So refreshing hugs sent out to you You have no idea how it feels to hear a woman talking about this issue.😃 Peace and love from East Africa kenya.

[@signorabartollini3841]

I'm in perimenopause, I'm 44 years old now. I've started getting frequent headaches now, especially before my period, sometimes migraines. I used to get migraines in my younger days here and there. Shouldn't the headaches and migraines stop or calm down by taking hormonal therapy? My gynecologist she gives me utrogestan 100mg vaginal and she wanted to give me Lenzatto spray estrogen. When she heard about migraines, she gave up estrogen because it causes strokes. My aunt had migraines and headaches, she took trisequens and said she was reborn.. I think I'll go again and take estrogen at my own risk.. I feel vaginal dryness and a strange sensation, and burning and itching for up to 15 days before and a few days after menstruation, which I have never had before. I am thinking about a vaginal ring or cream, and the option of utrogestan and spray.. Now I heard from you that yours is the patient got a greyhound, migraines and headaches disappeared. Why so much panic then? Today, everyone has cancer in their family, relatives.

[@mindyhanson3273]

Yes!!!! I’ve had two surgeries this past year for endometriosis that was really bad that spread throughout my body and tooth decay has been huge as well as dry mouth and all the symptoms that you are naming I am having!

[@SBryan-zh6mi]

OH MY GOODNESS THIS IS SO AWESOME 👌 YOU ARE SO CORRECT ABOUT THIS , AND I AM HAVING ALL OF THESE PROBLEM S ALL OF THEM. WOW 👏. I CAN'T SLEEP AT ALL. HAIR IS NOT GROWING ON MY HEAD BUT THE CHENN HAIR IS.

[@maryclairehavermd8473]

You are most welcome.

[@foreignfilmfan]

My doctor told me I didn’t need HRT UNTIL 60. they said my symptoms were too generalized for HRT.

[@RoRo-pd7qw]

Wow you are amazing! I wish my women’s health provider was as passionate about educating as you are. I’ve had to be persistent to advocate for myself but how much can you really advocate for yourself without being educated on the right questions to ask your provider. The education is very important but no one wants to take the time to educate women. Thank you for taking the time to empower women to take charge of their bodies.

[@pennylynch913]

Fatigue alright! Thought it was my iron but its not. Anxiety too like ive never felt before. And these symptoms just pop up. And hunger! I feel like ive changed from a woman to a wild gorilla/beast in the jungle! 😆

[@EverydayNorma]

No period for two months already… last month was hot all the time, day and night. But, this month I’m back to normal in the hotness situation . Struggling with hot crotch and hemmroids and I’m unable to tolerate the OTC hemmroid creams. 😕

[@daliab8493]

Is it possible for me, at 43, to be in perimenopause if my period comes like a clock every 4-5 weeks? The only change I have is that I started having PMDD when I turned 37.

[@dlvensadeq3725]

I am 47 thought i am going crazy with my brain fog, sleep problems, sweating like hell, i am glad i found you keep sharing more videos you are amazing

[@Dk563-DK]

Just think of all of us who have misdiagnosed and fobbed off with antidepressants! For years ! Time off work and being categorised as mental , precious time family ruined because of rages from no where ! It’s sad that this hasn’t been sorted out earlier and spoken about and not brushed under the carpet it literally would have saved lives xxx

[@Bombo505]

I actually began this journey in my early 30s. Had a blood test and my Dr said the results were clinically normal but she said as a woman my hormones were "upside down". So what looks normal on a test clinically, a skilled Dr will see what your true numbers should be but arent. As it turns out, she was absolutely correct. It does help to see a female Dr that can actually see these numbers and wont dismiss it like most male drs do. As it was in my case.

[@angelikakriez5043]

Thank you so much for advocating and helping woman. Perimenapause is not advocated in Israel and is treated by antidepressants for most simptoms. at 42 I had panic attacks, palpitations,anemia,fainting,shortage of breath, dry mouth, fatigue, arytmia anxiety,sweating,insomania, digestive problems and a lot of others simptoms. Doctors not aware and even don't try to diagnose it. They prescribed me antidepressants and propanalol betta blockers.

[@miriamsantiago4268]

I diagnosed myself because the symptoms were killing me & started doing my homework, then I went to my doctor ran some blood tests & yeah I was right‼️😂😂😂😂😂😂peri menopause is horrible 😞

[@maryclairehavermd8473]

Way to advocate for yourself! We're so happy you found some help!

[@annadarajbhandary9955]

Hi Miriam. What kind of blood tests did you do to find out about perimenopause?

[@miriamsantiago4268]

@@annadarajbhandary9955 i can’t remember the the medical term but my doctor check my hormones levels, a physical examination & a transvaginal ultrasound. Hope that helps🙏🏻

[@maggiebrennan2667]

Hi I'm in pre menapose I'm really struggling with my weight gain I eat healthy and also very active in tryed to cut some calories and more walking and nothing is working can you please help I'm so depressed I won't go anywhere as my belly is getting bigger x

[@lisianemiotti1403]

You are just amazimg! I'm a menopausa specialist front Brazil living in Florida and helping Brazilians and portuguese speakers around the World remotely. I"m such a fan of yours. Sorry i never have the proper time to comment your talks appropriately. Your thoughts about everything about menopause is perfect! Your beliefs about unnecessary procedures, use of implants. and women talking others down about hormonal treatments is absolutely perfect! Tysm for sharing so much! I would love to meet you in some conference in the future. Or talk about our beliefs online with our audiences. God bless your purpose every day

[@starbettypink]

i had dried mouth a bit .. skin was dry a bit .. i had so many bad symptoms i’m 46 .. i’m taking testosterone and i feel great very little dose of subconscious injections cypionate every 3-4 days .. i take progesterone 300mg capsules every night except 5 nights when i have my period.. my period is still normal on time as always bean .. no estrogen needed now .. but my thyroid also was low so i also taking bioidentical T4& T3 .. i was dead before taking this bioidentical hormones.. now i’m feeling great 😊

[@MichelleGarcia-v3e]

Thank you so much for all the information. I believe I started going through perimenopause- I’ve suddenly started gaining a lot of weight with no lifestyle changes and fatigue has increased. I read your book and have already gotten down the Intermittent Fasting. I know it will be difficult to change my diet as in eliminating sugar, but I am very excited at the thought of being able to lose this belly fat and have more energy and just feel better.

[@christinaclay7522]

Omg! So glad i found you such an informative video.. i just subscribed! Thank you so much!

[@Michbeachlover]

First, I am so glad I came across your channel!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Fatigue is very big and I already have a inflammatory process in my body with Ulcerative Colitis (IBD) that makes me very tired. I have worse depression and anxiety. I was diagnosed with Ulcerative Colitis at 48 shy a month of 49, so I was probably already starting Peri menopause. Now in Peri and 54 years old going on 55 in a couple of months, I still have me period. I have very increased rage, breast tenderness, wired feeling a week before and can't sleep, heart palpitations and seen a cardiologist, stinky sweat, hot flashes, etc. I cannot take HRT because during a severe flare in my colitis, hospitalized and got a DVT blood clot and on blood thinners. So not hormone replacement. I really suffer with daily things because of it. I used to be a woman that ran to the gym, worked out all the time, and good health. I know to not have the energy. I do walk an hour a day with my dog. Thank God for my dog. It really does help, but it is not enough to fight fat in the waist that I did not have before.

[@diannejolly2071]

Am having phantom pains it feel like gas.Mostly over my left side.Is it my heart.Am menopausal

[@cindywalden8340]

Love you Mary Clair! You tell ‘em!!! Thanks for being a warrior for women ❤

[@AprilLovesDIY]

Please tell me you do virtual. Or in some way can see patients that are out of state. I need so badly to see someone such as urself. I have. Shared ur videos with every woman that I know and love. I love how excited you are about ur career path. You’re level of knowledge is amazing. I have learned EVERYTHING I need just listening to you for one day. And I’ve listened to three of your videos over and over all day because there is so much info In them. I don’t want to miss anything ❤. If u do not see people virtually or anyway other than in person. Can u tell me of a place that does that is trustworthy? I prefer to not see gen practitioners I feel most of them do not care to keep up on new info and don’t read pub med papers. And I WILL NOT let anyone tell me what to do with my body-regardless of the title after their name 😮 I do not go to doctors unless I have to. I have HCV and have had for 40 yrs. I am about to start treatment in the next two weeks YAY! Been waiting such a long time for it. But I am noticing the severe dryness skin mouth hair. Make pattern hair loss worsening in past three years. Emotional mess off and on and no energy but terrible sleep. It’s ruining my life. I already have severe ADHD. And these symptoms are making my life shit!!

[@rosemarycasillas5453]

I’m 64 and I have no sex desire, dry and pain if I have sex. I had a hysterectomy. What should I do?

[@llaw785]

Yeah my Obygn rushed to reccommend me to hysterectomy without conclusive evidence of cancer in my body. Why would I remove my major bodily organ not knowing & not convinced ?

[@hasinapatel1233]

Yes burning mouth syndrome is killing me bad taste in my mouth all the time Can't eat anything life is not worth living no-one talks about dry mouth which hormone you need to replace for BMS in perimenopause at the age of 52

[@RobinShelor]

I found zinc took care of the bad taste. Recommended by my ENT Dr.

[@hasinapatel1233]

@user-8yf7zb3o thank you replaying I will try zinc Did you also have burning mouth syndrome mines is really bad I have bad taste all day everyday

[@RobinShelor]

I did not have burning but bad taste all day every day.

[@83Pepeka]

I just found your video and I instantly loved you!! You just answered all my questions in one video… thank you so much for your honesty, direct and clear explanation, and for confirming me that I’m not crazy 😜

[@feemac6561]

I wish I had someone dependable to talk to...I had hysterectomy in 2016 after having PCOS after about 30 yrs...(52 now)...started having night sweats and sleeping way too much...also had to wear 3 pair of underwear because I started really bleeding heavy. And I usually had no periods without medication because of PCOS. Well after total hysterectomy my doctor has said a had a lot of fibroids but I tell you I feel worse after this hysterectomy....I also went into premature aging and didn't have any hrt because of cancer risk she said but I just feel I made a huge mistake....I just do don't even feel like a woman anymore 😞

[@JamieLC82]

Wow, this is amazing to hear. I went to the doctor at 39 and had hormones checked and they said no on peri menopause but the symptoms are there. I was told it was hashimotos or thyroid. I’m 41 now and still think I’m perimenopause.

[@victoriaroper6073]

this is me !!

[@mayrarodriguez732]

OMG my gyn doctor told me exactly what you said. He said to have a hysterectomy supposedly becauseI have a prolapse uterus. He said you don’t need a uterus anymore. I was 48. I went for a second opinion and doc said totally the opposite. Boy Iam sure glad I didn’t believe him although I felt a bit depressed with his diagnosis. After listening to you now I know how wrong he was!! Thank you

[@maryclairehavermd8473]

You are most welcome!

[@edithbernoegger24]

constantly pelvic flour training like CATIENICA (very efficient) or google yoni egg training!

[@SarahRaw]

I’m being treated for MCTD but it really sounds like I have perimenopause - yet not ONE of my 8 doctors have asked me about perimenopause 😂. I’m almost 41, which makes perfect sense - I have 100% of the symptoms listed lol

[@sharongreene8102]

Regarding the pill for peri menopause does it causes hormone imbalance