Why We Need to Talk More About Menopause!

Michelle Jacobs, Dr. Sharon Malone, Amanda Fitzpatrick, and Megan Tavares sit down with Tamron Hall for a raw and honest conversation about menopause. The panel of women, which range from #tamfam experiencing menopause symptoms to one of the nation’s leading obstetrician-gynecologists, get real about the stuff that no one wants to tell you. It’s an unforgettable conversation about menopause that you don’t want to miss!
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[@D_A_Marv]

It's about damn time this topic has a platform to be discussed openly. Thank you!

[@lindacarbone9576]

Amen to that sister , i don't understand why it's not a hot topic with women sharing how to survive it or things to help it or whatever you can do to try to help others figure out what's happening to them ? It's definitely an endless topic for sure 😃 God bless Michelle Obama, that it's a blessing id certainly would like her reasons for calling it a blessing other than of course we're greatful to God almighty for everything ?

[@sonyalewis7745]

Menopause is no damn joke. I feel like a different person. Weight gain, fatigue, depression, and moodiness. Plus those damn hot flashes.

[@sharesecombs2381]

Oh my the memory loss🙄lol

[@TangibleReads]

Struggling for words. It took me years to learn to function with the insomnia. So much better now. Melatonin helps

[@ivyteacherwilson]

@@TangibleReads Yesss!! I've been having a really tough five years: confusion, night sweats, fatigue, mood swings, depression, then weight gain, panic attacks, hot flashes! UGH!!

[@emiliaescobar7652]

I agree, hang in there sister! What us women go through!!!! I just have to learn to do things a little slower & with much more patience, Good luck to us all!!!!!!!!!!

[@Korcasandromedaa]

Get some weed that's what helped me....more like it saved me.

[@sharonwhitehead1276]

Doctors are clueless about Menopause. We need to talk about this more.

[@simoneholder-russell9793]

True my doc telling me that my for pre menopause starts at 45 i like really ok..but here i am at 40 done start to get pre symptoms in my late 30s hmmm..a woman knows her body just like childbirth

[@ZahraJTheEntrepreneur]

They are clueless about a lot and it’s soooooo sad we work hard to pay for insurance and they just keep getting rich off of experiencing on us.

[@marjoriecoleman8280]

Soo true, I agree! ❤️💯

[@ericasuzy]

The problem is they don’t prevent anything when it come to women’s issues. You complain and complaint go unheard. I started peri menopause in my late 30’s. Hormonal imbalance started long before my thirty’s. They told me to take birth control to regulate my cycle. I hate they this happened to us because there are ways to check this rather than just throw m’édicte at the problem. Why does this happen so early or at all. If they can make m’en members get hard they should be able to offer better care and options.

[@67Meems]

I thought I was losing my mind in my 40s. Even excessive UTIs. Finally better insurance and GYN that's ALL women, specializing in women's health. Told me about bio hormone replacement therapy. All natural plant based. LIFE changing! No more hot flashes, night sweats, no mood swing, no joint paint. Please look it up. BHRT Suzanne Somers spoke about it.

[@nancybastarache6063]

Thank you for talking about this. We need to remove the taboo. Every woman goes through it. And it seems every woman has different menopause symptoms.

[@sandyweir6375]

I watch this video on replay multiple times. I cried 😢. I could not hold back the tears. Because I thought I was going crazy with all the changes. The different stages of the Menopause is staggering. The extreme heat 🥵. Extreme cold 🥶. Waking up in the middle of the night. Sitting at my desk working and needing a small fan on the floor blowing between my legs to keep me cool. Traveling with extra underwear 🩲 to change in the middle of the day. I send this video to my husband, because I don’t think he understands, although he tries to 🥹🥹. It’s a depressing time for me right now. I can’t stand what is happening. Menopause! What paused 😵‍💫🥵🥶🥹🫣🤯😰

[@kaityson7173]

Wow

[@angelac.2384]

I'm 47 and I told my doctor I think I was experiencing premenopausal symptoms all she said was "Oh your too young for menopause", needless to say I found a new doctor and began my own research🤗

[@dionnew7994]

I'm so glad to hear that. We all deserve to feel heard by our practitioners. I fired a doc for that reason myself. Then went to a Center for Holistic medicine, run by some local Md's + finally started getting answers. They did a complete blood panel of my hormones to find my deficiencies. I was treated with natural supplements to support my hormones + find out why it was hard for me to get up + why I had monthly cramps (no, it's not supposed to happen). Improvements soon followed. I had to pay cash for their services. Health insurance doesn't always cover them bcuz they spend more time with you than insurance wants to allow but they're pretty thorough I learned that you get what you pay for even in a docs office :‐( It was a rude awakening but it started my quest for answers ... still going strong. I say search for functional or holistic medicine docs who are TRAINED to look for the root cause of problems. It will be money well spent. Theres a book called "The Miracle of Natural Hormones" by Dr.Brownstein, also check out Dr Berg on KZbin, he gives a lot of free + simple info on nearly all health problems. Best wishes to all ♥

[@sandraroberts3433]

Same here I was in my thirties I did my own research. Three doctors told me I am too young. Oh please they can't make money that's why.

[@kecrawley]

My gyn said the same thing. Hot flashes at 45 and other systems

[@doreenarinaldi6837]

Menopause is kicking my butt. I started at 36. I'm now 57. Sometimes you have to laugh to keep from crying. Real talk

[@diannewilson4810]

There are 40 signs and symptoms associated with menopause .I think Ive experienced 39 of them!! Make sure u carry a sense of humour along your womanhood journey. Im si glad they acknowledged it as a process as uposed to an event ..

[@diamondis4ever]

Tamron Hall is the best dressed person on TV. Period.

[@kellyledgerwood8680]

I was plunged into menopause at 54 due to a complete hysterectomy...that was 1 year ago and I feel like a different person. It's hard but I get up everyday and do my best to get through it. Love to all, be gentle with yourself.

[@luluandthereviews]

Thrilled about this conversation. I’m perimenopausal. I’ve been researching this the last month because I’ve had so many symptoms, over 45+, and confused about what’s happening to me. Thank You, Tamron for discussing this important topic!

[@jessaca]

Same. I'm 46

[@Korcasandromedaa]

I got menopause right after my 42 birthday that's when I had my last period. 2 months later I started experience the purgatory of the menopause symptoms so I went and got my estrogen tested oncr your estrogen is low in other words GONE yupp you in full blown menopause. The first 4 yrs were brutal and thank God I love reading I came across an article cannabis and menopause turns out weed helps a lot with irritability, mood swings even with hot flashes you get less. I tried everything from menopause cream to put on your bellybutton and behind your knees nothing worked my doctor wanted to put me on menopause pills I didn't want to take Those. those pills are not good for us. I gave weed a try and I'm telling you it saved me. Then I read whoopi Goldberg sells cannabis to help woman with menopause.

[@maxinewilliams1708]

This is the time of my life. I've been experiencing hot flashes for the past 12 years and it doesn't seem to be going away. I also have tiredness and weaknesses and fatigue

[@chrissyellem7397]

To avoid all the bad side effects of Menopause I changed my diet, dropped 50 pounds, and exercise and get plenty of sleep. So far I haven't had any symptoms.

[@selenawalker8311]

That's exactly what I did

[@chrissyellem7397]

@@selenawalker8311 Awesome!

[@cynthiabrewer266]

It’s indeed no joke. Let us keep having the conversation!!

[@sunnidayz2940]

I WOULD NOT wish these symptoms on my worse enemy. A living Hell!!!!!

[@seckliabolden2946]

I think there needs to be more talk about Peri-Menopause, it also hits like a ton of bricks. I am glad that we have started the conversation about Menopause though.

[@happybuuny]

I wish the tamron hall show would just post the entire episode. I hate having to click around and find the bits and pieces of the show.

[@drinkwatereatmelons7048]

This is a time when husbands and boyfriends should have patience, comfort and understand your body is changing... Having a supportive mate should provide some kind of relief 🙄

[@dsmith9709]

I must be the only woman in the world who had none of these symptoms. If I knew menopause was going to be so good I would have asked the doctors to please put me in menopause rather than go through those terrible mood swings, bloating during having my period. For me menopause is heaven sent for me. No hot flashes, no mood swings, no memory issues, no sexual issues. No health issues. I strongly believe it's because of my diet. The best time of my life.

[@dmoon6137]

What is your diet like?

[@thelitfamily922]

Yes! I'm 41 and I'm try to prepare for menopause and your diet is the key! I'm glad you confirmed it!

[@marjoriecoleman8280]

I don’t have too many issues even though I’m not in menopause yet. But I’ve had anxiety which affects my sleep sometimes.

[@dsmith9709]

@@dmoon6137 Lots of fruits and veggies with little meat. Fish, chicken or beef but no mixing of meat . Eg if today I eat a piece of chicken tomorrow I eat a small portion of beef and the next day i have a slice of bake salmon. I eat just small portions of meat about a quarter of my palm. I tired going vegetarian but I noticed I would get forgetful within 24 hours. so I have to eat meat. I eat only organic foods. Veggies is one bowl and some legumes.lentil, or quinoa with meat. Drink water no soda. Breakfast is smoothie. Any ting I have in the house and I use coconut water t blend or almond milk. No dairy.

[@biancagypsysoul]

Exercise also helps!! We get so busy make a schedule and stick t it will help with menopause lots of water diet changes too

[@dmoon6137]

That outfit looks incredible on her!

[@shasimmons1906]

Thank you, Thank you I am so glad you had this show on menopause! It is so needed and doctors need to be educated on it!!

[@chicabecca]

I want to hear more conversations around (peri)menopausal women experiencing depression from desire to bear children.

[@robynharrison7631]

YES!! My doctors NEVER mentioned menopause. What are they doing in medical school? We talk about a girl’s first period, but menopause is JUST as important. What’s up! Help us out 😡

[@CayL504]

I'm so grateful for this show. I've been dealing with this since my earlier 20's and I'm preparing to have a hysterectomy in at few weeks at 43. When I tell people about the hot flashes, they can't believe it.

[@TangibleReads]

It's so odd to be sweating one minute, then teeth chattering freezing the next. Luckily after 2 years the freezing stopped, now just sweat

[@desidesdemona]

I'm also 43 and going to do the same on the 12/19!! I'm nervous 😬 I wish you success on your procedure. 🥰

[@sandyweir6375]

Hope all goes well for you. I had an hysterectomy in 2014 because of fibroids and heavy menstrual cycle, I was so anemic! Best decision to have the hysterectomy for me. I was left with my ovaries because the doctor suggested I would slowly enter menopause. Without the ovaries I would have entered menopause sooner according to the doctor. Anyways, I’m in my 50s now, menopause is a nightmare. I die a slow death each day, all hours 😢😢. I hope everything goes well for you 🌹🌹

[@sstill2008]

Hope and pray all goes well Casey and Desi!!

[@dsmith9709]

oh my! so sorry to hear. I pray your surgery goes well.

[@cherylevansrn8419]

Great conversation! I started at 43 yrs. old and it lasted until age 50, however the post menopausal symptoms are still real…

[@ladyk6237]

Can you tell me your symptoms. What are premenopausal symptoms?

[@beverleyhusbands2544]

Change your diet. I bought a book called Menopause Without Medicine and went through it at 53 years old with very minimal problems. Had a few hot flashes only if I became stressed! Had no other problems !

[@blueseptember2174]

Will have to check that out

[@danachevalier2794]

What is the name of the book

[@danachevalier2794]

I see it, in ur comment

[@thurayyakey9504]

Great topic! This should be talked about more. We celebrate becoming a young woman when we start menses, but not when we go through menopause. Thank you!!

[@SoniT]

Thank you for covering this topic. I'm 49 and definitely have symptoms of perimenopause.

[@laurataylornyc9]

It’s sad that women see menopause as becoming unattractive. I remember having nausea from strong hot flashes while at a brand new job and stepping out of a meeting several times. When a young woman asked me what was wrong and I told her, she was incredulous and said “but you look so beautiful”. I was amazed at the misconception that you become old and unattractive. It’s time for women to appreciate every phase of their life as sacred.

[@marjoriecoleman8280]

I’m glad this topic is being discussed. I was in my late 30’s and having hot flashes, I didn’t know what was going on. 😂 I’m 46 now, not experiencing too much besides occasional anxiety and a few extra pounds.

[@RashidaB]

Thank you for talking about this... I've experienced menopause FOUR times. 3 medical one natural. It's not a joke. And I wish there were truer words to describe hot flashes... Because it's more than "feeling" hot. It's a current ⚡

[@helenannleeshung9028]

Thank you so much for educating us Tamron❤️

[@marcellacarter29]

Going thru menopause right now. I have every symptom that comes with it. Not a pleasurable experience.

[@drinkwatereatmelons7048]

I was riding on the subway and looked across at a woman (about early 60ish)....It was a chilly day and this woman was stripping off her scarf, jacket, sweater and fanning herself....I felt bad for her

[@ajohonly3721]

I’m in my early 30s just had my 3rd baby and I think I’m going through this . I’m literally on fire 🔥 specially at night.

[@jr9941]

So, glad to listen to this discussion and right on time! Going through the meni-sode and researching out the whazoo about this time of my life! Continue to listen to your bodies, DRINK COLD WATER WHEN THOSE FLASHES HIT and find foods that will help balance your body or not trigger your symptoms. And most importantly, talk to your medical physician who can give you hope and solutions! ♥️

[@donnawarren4401]

Awful season of my life. Help lord 🙏🏾

[@debrasloan5541]

When I first stared going through menopause I literally thought I was losing my mind 😤I don’t like the change that is coming against my mind and my body 🥺

[@theresabennett915]

Great conversation. Every woman is different. I am 51 and went through menopause. Blessing! I love this second half of my life. 51 menstrual free, no stress ,no mess! I had a few hot flashes not extreme. I must say I am also a woman who never had menstrual cramps. The only downside for me is I need a little moisture. That's OK too. CVS, Walgreen, pharmacy sells the cure. God bless all women and young ladies. God is great!

[@tammi67able]

God bless

[@t.m.mcbath5588]

What is the "cure" you use?

[@KeyInterpreter]

I'm so glad they mentioned medical menopause and surgical menopause. It's so important to not assume a person isn't menopausal because of their age.

[@lisawilliams1750]

Am I the only one? The first thing my Dr. wanted to do when I told her I was having symptoms of menopause was to ask me if I was depressed and to suggest depression meds! I tried explain to her that I wasn't depressed or sad, that I was having hair thinning, weight gain, adult acne, hot flashes and my head was in the clouds. Why on earth would a Dr. first suggest depression meds for menopause? I changed my symptoms on my own by researching and learning about menopause and what worked best for me. I stopped sugar (which caused my hot flashes to get worse), added Vitamin B Complex, Fish Oil, Iron and Zinc to my daily regimen and lots of Tofu. Not sure it would work for everyone, but it has certainly helped me. My whole journey was from 49-55, I'm now 57 and today I feel like a million bucks!

[@drinkwatereatmelons7048]

A woman dr made this ridiculous suggestion....I would think from 1 woman to another she would totally related.... Even if she hasn't experienced menopause yet. I think if we can talk to our mothers about their experience maybe it can give us some better insight. Not all drs are competent drs.

[@lisawilliams1750]

@@drinkwatereatmelons7048 You are correct! A female Dr. in her early late 30's-early 40s and totally clueless. I've changed Dr's.

[@kellyledgerwood8680]

Hello after my hysterectomy at 55 I was plunged immediately into medical menopause. My insurance would not cover hormone therapy and I was a mess. My doctor did prescribe Lexapro and I speak for me only but it has helped greatly. I actually get cold flashes instead of hot flashes. I realize every woman is different I just wanted to speak up that it helped me greatly. My hysterectomy was a little over a year ago and I'm doing much better.

[@lisawilliams1750]

@@kellyledgerwood8680 I am so glad you were able to get the help you needed. You are correct, every woman is different and what ever works give it a try! Menopause is no joke! Whew!

[@MsJAH-pg1vb]

@@kellyledgerwood8680 OMG! I had cold flashes instead of hot flashes too. My adult ache went away when I started menopause.

[@pamelagibson2780]

Thank you for this topic, please post entire conversation ❤️

[@marieroy3201]

I am glad she is talking about menopause. I was diagnose peri ménopause at the age of 30 by my OBGYN. And 34 rigth now and in full menopause.

[@ethelbentancourt2233]

Still going through it and I'm in my early 70's I've been suffering since my late 30',s no Dr really ever listen to me !! It's horrible but by God's grace these shows and finally women with money and power are speaking out on it and I'm speaking out on this subject thank you for sharing this information to all women of every age color and status

[@abidingonthestraightandnar5330]

This is a topic that need to be in the front pages of the newspaper. I began menopause at 56 I had no idea in my 40's that I was dealing with perimenopause even my Gyn doctor never prepared me for it. The forgetfulness, extreme tiredness two week before my period started, and memory fog was a big issue!! All of these symptoms faded when I got in my early 50's, but omg the heart palpitations, and blood pressure rising whenever I had hot flashes is something else I was so scared whenever it happened until I began tracking when my pressure would rise, and it was when I had hot flashes II do have high blood pressure, but not that high thank the LORD it's under control now, and if it wasn't for hot flashes my blood pressure would be normal. perimenopause, and menopause affects us all differently, and I would love to be in a support group. I am much better than I was last year I am now 58, but it would be nice to be connected to others to support one another. I was even having very bad dreams for a while which all began after I started having hot flashes. The hot flashes was never a problem, and I never had night sweats, but whenever I would started having hot flashes I would have bad dreams. WHERE DO I SIGN UP FOR MENOPAUSE SUPPORT LOL!!! All jokes aside we need to be more informed especially by our doctors who ever talk about this.

[@taxdox]

I was done when I turned 50. Told the Lord I couldn't serve Him like this! 😆 Take it away Lord! Sugar gives me a run for my money with those hot flashes.

[@sabrina21clark]

🤣 That's a good one! I'm gonna use that one in prayer!

[@tammi67able]

I know that’s right

[@jenessawadlington1210]

Lol! The Lord always gives me a gift around my bday...this year turning 50, I asked him for menopause as my bday gift! My mom and Aunts thought I was crazy...but I'm sick and tired of these unexpected abnormal periods! I'm over it...been over it!

[@favouredWoman777]

I sure just was saying to myself while listening to this that I pray that I'm done having periods by the age of 50& then seen your comment. Confirmation!

[@lovindatJoan]

Seriously it has to be our foods with all the chemicals and GMOs. How can so many of us experience this at such a young age. Something is off and the doctors are no HELP!!! Thanks for bringing awareness.

[@shegood7004]

It is because a lot of this comes from hormonal imbalances due to diets with too much estrogenic ingredients and cytotoxins. All foods that are not organic and from the earth are causing the body to try to struggle and align itself to a state of homeostasis. Estrogen dominance cause lots of issues and suppresses progesterone.

[@brownprincess7189]

I agree

[@sneetchyone]

I also went through medical menopause when I was 23 - because of Endometriosis and going on Lupron. I was also scared to go through real menopause. Now that I'm 52 I'm pretty sure I'm menopausal. But yeah there's a lot of fear associated with it. Thank you for talking about this,

[@FloatlikeaButterfful]

OMG me too!!! I actually enjoyed the medically induced menopause (minus hot flashes). But I learned how to control the hot flashes with black cohosh. I prefer hot flashes over endometriosis pain ANYday!!

[@ceceprincess4758]

I'm taking orilissa, the hot flashes are something

[@Jaxxie1981]

Nobody tells us what to expect. All you hear is, "hot flashes and mood swings", but nobody tells you about how you feel like your entire being has been hijacked. How you feel like you're losing yourself. Your mind. Your body. It's a necessary rite of passage, but perimenopause can be a very difficult time.

[@karlenedavies6655]

Thank you so much for talking about this!!!

[@TeXXicJA]

Mid-thirties was my start and now in my 40's, it's hitting. I have a gunocological history, but I have been fortunate to not have to deal with too many hotflashes. It's a process and some doctors don't know how to talk explain it and we don't know how to deal. I realized being a gym-rat for years helped me cope with a lot of issues. Now, I workout differently because my body has changed (weight gain is no joke, y'all😩) and I feel better. I know I'm not alone, but I kind of am.

[@denisedavis6367]

68 and still have hot flashes and sometimes do not like closeness wit people and now having gut problems and I love food. I have lost down In weight in two months 14 to 12. Help

[@RE-im1xm]

Excellent, encouraging, enlightening, and necessary footage. Thank you so very much!

[@clashon4life843]

Omg I never knew this you can go through menopause as early as your Teens, Twenties And Thirties! That’s Crazy! Smh

[@drinkwatereatmelons7048]

😩.....The things a female body go through

[@tammi67able]

Too crazy

[@tammi67able]

@@drinkwatereatmelons7048 amén!

[@samwiseg7380]

Diet is key. Had sudden hot flashes (awful- nothing a fan or standing with the freezer open would help!), night sweats, and just feeling anxious and completely overwhelmed by it- I switched my diet to eliminate sugar, intermittent fasting, lost a little weight, trying my best but not doing it completely as I would like- I still have young kids at home so things are hectic- but once I started this it completely eliminated the hot flashes and night sweats. Dr. Berg videos are very helpful.

[@temp2737]

Thank you for this topic. I began menopause at the age of 34 and was not knowledgeable of what to expect. It has been rough and confusing. I’m glad this was discussed on Tamron show.

[@kanais]

Did your doctor recommend getting on birth control?

[@temp2737]

@@kanais No, my doctor recommended the OTC medicine Estroven

[@tremaynehopkins9817]

Excellent topic Excellent discussion Thank you

[@debc5695]

Hot flashes are horrible! Im starting HRT tomorrow Amen!!! Thank you alloy

[@noemiaribeiro1123]

I needed to hear this. THANK YOU 🇲🇿

[@yourhollywooddream]

I wish on their big board list they could have included heart palpitations, joint pain, anxiety, high blood pressure, elevated cholesterol, insulin resistance, sleep disturbances, sighing a lot, allergies, skin issues including rashes, urinary tract infections, articulation issues, hair loss, reduced or loss of ambition, dry eyes, night glare issues, irregular hair gross in odd areas of the body, smell and taste changes, gird - the list goes on and on. Thank you Tam fam for showcasing menopause. The more we talk about it the more help women can hopefully get.

[@Motivational-videos100]

Marvelous magnificent Meaningful motivational meaningful message. Terrifically terrific topic. Thank You for this. Menopause has motivated me to pursue goals, dreams, etc that I had put on hold. When I wake up in the middle of the night! I don’t get uptight I write.. I soak the bed every night with these night sweats and I can’t go straight back to sleep so I merry up my mood and do something positive. Thank you again for this super spectacular special show.

[@cassandraingram8751]

Thannnnnk you, we need help in dealing with MENOPAUSE...its real!!!

[@musicandmentalhealth]

I was at the studio for the first time. I had an appreciation for learning some things I didn't know before!

[@jacinthscott6201]

I love Tamron hall. I also love her show. Great and talented. She is underrated. May God continue to bless you Tamron .🙏🏾🙏🏾❤️

[@freenchrist2935]

I started menopause at 32. I would go to the grocery store, get to the check out, and drop to the floor. It was bad. I am now 50. It appears I get them in the summer. It happens during the night, not day. They were much worse at 32. Thank God, the flashes are never that bad.

[@zeemc2751]

57 and impatience waiting 😩. Absolutely no symptoms, still having my menstrual cycle 😢. M-E-N-O-P-A-U-S-E, take me away.

[@sabrina21clark]

Gurl! I'm just 51 and haven't started yet. Period still going strong. 🙄 You have not given me hope that this will end! 🤦🏾‍♀️. I know my mom had her period in her 60's but I was hoping....Also, I'm scared of menopause! 😬

[@shleemalawry3678]

OMG!! Please say it ain’t so….57 and still no menopause 🤦🏽‍♀️. I just turned 50 and I can’t wait for my cycle to stop.

[@drinkwatereatmelons7048]

When my aunt reached menopause....She said "no more pads & no pregnancy!

[@tammi67able]

God bless u

[@jenessawadlington1210]

I feel ya..I just turned 50! I think I'm in the beginning stages...but still having these on and off bleeding spurts. Its irritating not knowing if I'm going to come on this month or not. I now have to carry pads and tampons just in case I have an episode. I was having hot flashes in October and missed my period and I was so EXCITED thinking this is it! Then around Thanksgiving started bleeding again...I was confused and pissed! I wish we would have more discussions about this in the black community! MENOPAUSE PLEASE COME FORTH! 🙄🥺😒

[@FWM4Ever]

We need to destigmatised talking about menopause. Perimenopause needs to be spoken about as well. This needs to be taught at school and should be mandatory when training as a dr. It’s not just physical symptoms but also cognitive and psychological too. And everyone’s journey is different. There are more than 9 symptoms and hot flushes/flashes is not the only one symptom.

[@anndavis1142]

Thanks for the information

[@crqdea6654]

THANK YOU

[@virtue1495]

I get scared and stressed just hearing all these comments. But I trust God who created the body has a way through this. Turning 40 and trying to learn for when that time comes.

[@daissymay8182]

I've been pre-menopausal since 22yrs old n my 40's still have been through Menopause..OVER IT!!

[@jessaca]

Thanks for this. Didn't know what was going on with me.

[@ronim924]

Loved this topic ❤ I’m not pre menopausal but I do have PCOS with similar symptoms/side effects I’m in my early 30’s

[@crestann]

Thank you Tamron for this episode!!!!! My family thought I was crazy, when I told them I was having hot flashes in my late twenties.

[@NirshilaChand]

Thanks for normalizing this conversation.

[@robertneeleman2267]

I started at 35 years old and I. 50 now and still going threw it

[@interesante80]

Timely episode - I've been talking about this topic with my girlfriends a lot lately! One important thing to note is we define menopause as starting when we haven't had a menstrual cycle for at least 12 months. However, many people (much more than 1%, I would say the majority of women), have menopausal symptoms (or perimenopause) starting as early as late 30s. In fact, some of these symptoms (i.e., migranes) are said to improve once you actually do go into menopause. Perimenopause needs to be talked about SO much more - there are so many symptoms! You have no idea what's happening and feel crazy, it would help women tremendously to be able to name what's going on. *Hormone Repair Manual is a great book for this conversation.

[@sheraw5308]

Yes I ask what is menopause? When described, I was like (🤔I had this all my life)

[@myjourneyneverends4598]

Menopause and P.C.O.S. are 2 Major Female Disgnosis that are not spoken about enough. Nor the fact there is no cure for P.C.O.S. and medical insurance companies do not cover Vaniqa or procedures to help females cope, deal with and have better quality of life ,being diagnosed with this. It's sad.

[@Dr.Thandi]

I’m a doctor and I learned NOTHING about menopause in medical school. My mom died young so I’m pretty clueless

[@faye7281]

I started at 10 years old my periods was awful I couldn’t go to school 1998 I had to have a hysterectomy because I had endometriosis fibroid tumors. I had a miscarriage because the Fibroids tumors covered my babies bag and I am going to crazy menopause right now. Your body just does what it want to do ..I am so glad you put this on there because now I can go to my doctor and talk to her in the language that she understands. I am 64 today and I feel crazy like Beverly said you’re not yourself and I was waiting on Beverly. Tell us what she did to find her level.I have had breast cancer 2015 please talk about this more…!!!! Went to the doctor last week. How a urinary track infection? The first one, and I was wonder where it came from. She gave me all these excuses on how I got it. 9:34

[@futrpdr]

Wow, fascinating. I think my mom went through early menopause because she experienced a lot of these symptoms. Btw, this video is waaay too short!

[@irenekalala4959]

Yeah, it was too short!

[@purpleness64]

Lots of stuff with me loss of sex drive was not really much of a loss because I'm like "what do I need it for?"

[@ladydee7099]

OMG! Literally the other day, I said we need to talk more about menopause in detail.

[@jill4715]

I was having my menstrual in my 50 went to the Dr and he said why are you worried, it will happen when that time comes. It's wasn't easy am now 65 and still feels hot and cold

[@mdoug7702]

9:34 minutes and it just cuts off.... definitely more talks about this than an hour show or a short KZbin video ...cut off right at the surgical menopause story....I've just gone through this earlier this year, much more to discuss. Glad the conversation is starting!!! ❤️

[@kmommag3725]

I had a full hysterectomy @ 30yrs old! Was having hot flashes for years. Had my baby @ 26/27. I had my baby in 2012, & had the hysterectomy in 2015

[@TangibleReads]

What they didn't talk about is when you find you have early menopause when trying to conceive. Talk abt pissed and heart broken

[@juliettkeels8681]

One of the best invention is the portable fan around your neck. Bless the woman in a store line who recommended it to me. I lost my mother at 22 and NOBODY talked to me about menopause. I think we need a clinic or a place we can talk and find information about female health issues.☹️

[@shegood7004]

What’s the name of the fan?

[@Dr.Thandi]

Can we just talk about the hair , makeup and green on Tamron today??? 🔥🔥🔥

[@Korcasandromedaa]

I got menopause early once I had my last period I knew it was coming I was ok for 2 months after my last period then it hit me bad it was horrible I started keeping a journal of everything I was feeling and keeping track of the hot flashes then at night cold sweats. From the time I woke up at 6 am through 1 pm I had 11 hot flashes already so imagine how many I got through out the day. I went and got tested and yupp my estrogen levels were low AF My doctor told me that because I had my period at 10 yrs old that's why I got menopause early and also a woman's blood type plays a roll. I'm Type O Negative All I have to say our children and partner needs to be educated when a woman is going through this. menopause has caused divorces woman are misunderstood. I must say I tried everything in my power to feel relief Educated my self by reading And you will find oh don't take caffeine, don't drink, don't smoke, don't eat spicy food lmao well I don't drink never smoked cigarettes and don't eat spicy. I only drink coffee in the morning and that's it. And still I was miserable. The doctor wanted to give me medication they give woman on menopause, I said no thank you I'm not taking that those pills make woman worse with the side effects. So one day I was reading and came across an article called Cannabis and menopause And their were over 600 comments from woman. Well turns out to be that cannabis is what help many woman. With irritability, mood swings and lower hot flashes. I talk to a friend of mine she's always smoked Weed, well she brought me some and I'll tell you right now it saved me. If it wasn't for cannabis who knows how bad depression would of been. Going on 10 yrs with menopause the first 4 yrs are brutal. Anyone out there suffering with menopause try some cannabis it helped me so much and I was able to be around my family and enjoy outings without that elephant on my back. And I also read for yrs whoopi Goldberg has sold cannabis stuff to help woman with menopause.

[@lizellewilliams5226]

I was diagnosed with an overactive thyroid that was caused by my menopause

[@crystalm5699]

I took Lupron shots 2 different times for endometriosis in my 20’s & the hot flashes never went away. I ultimately ended up having a hysterectomy at 32 after multiple other surgeries. They need to stop prescribing Lupron because the side effects are horrible & long lasting (hot flashes & mood swings being the worst). 😔

[@nonajones8825]

Yes they are

[@meka7035]

I’m 45 . I started having seizures 2 years ago out the blue… cause determined HORMONAL IMBALANCE.. menapause caused me to have gran mal seizures. I am now an epileptic 😞🙏🏽

[@rosemaryoneale6694]

We all will get through this.. hopefully..😂😂😂😂

[@shegood7004]

Menopause is a hormonal imbalance that can be balanced with a natural food diet.

[@callieford2228]

Why is it so refreshing to hear this conversation focus on women?? Where do transgender women fit into this conversation?? I guess they'll be leaving the chat!🙃😉

[@jenessawadlington1210]

Exactly! I bet if they could have periods, child labor and menopause that they would think twice before trying to change their sex...🙄🙄🤦🏾‍♀️🤦🏾‍♀️🤣

[@joslinmartin2630]

I got menopause to

[@teresakelton8286]

My mom and grandma never talked about menopause.

[@audreybanks9435]

Yes, it happens. Hysterectomy will bring you into menopause. Amanda is right it will start sweats, hot flashes and hormonal imbalances, gain weight etc. I have family members that went through this early ages 25 - 60.

[@wildoceanappaloosawomangay2535]

Talk about incontinence please! Laughing, jumping, sneezing, coughing. 💦 And your body dries out so you need to drink more water! I get up to pee about 5 times a night, which adds to my lack of sleep. I barely can stay awake even while I’m teaching yoga! 😴