My gynecologist had been giving me Premarin pills while in my 40s. I started to have heavy bleeding. When he examined me, he told me I was in the final stages before uterine cancer. Hearing the “C” word scared me so bad, that I asked him if I should have just my uterus removed? He told me it was up to me. So I went to another doctor for a second opinion. This doctor said he knew my gynecologist, and whatever he said was a fact, that I could trust his diagnosis. And by the way, get your ovaries removed, because once ovarian cancer is discovered, you’re dead before the doctors can save you!
So I had a total hysterectomy: uterus, ovaries, Fallopian tubes, cervix – everything removed. And not long after, my emotions began to plummet, I became super paranoid, and I cried or screamed at the smallest provocation! I felt like I was losing my mind. I went back to my gynecologist and he gave me a prescription for depression. I was shocked. NO, I was not going to take that!
My sister told me about compounded BHRT and connected me with her doctor. I started learning about how important the correct balance of hormones was to maintain not only my sanity but my overall health. It took more than a year, but after that, I was back to normal – happy, able to make rational decisions, and take care of my family, besides myself.
I’ve continued to monitor my use of compounded BHRT, with testing annually, both blood tests and urine “Dutch” tests, to make sure my dosages meet my needs and maintain balance. I’ve been using them for 16 years. And I’m still thriving! I’m strong, healthy, and vibrant. My friends are amazed that I have maintained a youthful appearance. But what matters most to me is the ability to maintain my mental faculties, maintain strong bones, and live my best life. And with careful diet, sleep, exercise, and BHRT, I can live my BEST life for many years to come!