For the past 7 years I’ve applied Tegaderm over my patches to keep them from rubbing off. It’s a very thin breathable adhesive film that doesn’t come off until you peel it off. Swim, shower, sweat - it works.
I don't like the feeling of the gel, or standing around naked waiting for it to dry. Also, brain fog means I don't remember to do it every day. It's good that different products suit different people.
Wait... the packet information says out it on the abdomen below the waist. Can I put it on my thigh? Or hip? That would be so much easier and wouldn't rub on clothing with every movement when I am in my wheelchair.
@@esthermoore5967 Unfortunately, a year later and I still don't have a definitive answer 😕 I hope you can find one, if you still need it. I can't get the patches in my country anymore - no idea why though, so I've been swapped onto a pill instead. Honestly, it's disgusting that we have to go hunting through online sharing platforms for information which SHOULD be given to us by the manufacturers, our prescribing doctors AND the dispensing pharmacy.
I am having problems getting my hrt patch to stay on. I did use gel before alongside another pill, but either the gel was out of stock or the tablet was out of stock. Can you use medical tape to keep the patch on? My husband says it won't stay on because I didn't use rubbing alcohol on the skin first and I am fat.
Wow, mine is so tiny. It’s about the size of a nickel or less. I love that. I was doing it on my lower tummy, but it wouldn’t stay on due to my mommy pooch/C-section area. My doctor told me to put it on my buttock, but is there a certain area? Does it matter as long as it’s somewhere on the buttocks? I didn’t know if a certain area absorbed better. Do all areas absorbed pretty much the same? No matter if you’re plus size or not?
I remember my mum having that problem so when I needed hrt I researched what patches stick the best all said everol so I started using them and they really stick! Even after four days I struggle to peel it off. Now I’m concerned about other comments on hair loss here? I’ve been on these for about 5months I haven’t noticed hair loss any more than I had before will this happen the longer I’m on them🤷🏻♀ really concerned now as I have really fine hair now 😳🙏🏼
No matter what I do the bloody things just will not stick for more than about 20minutes. I follow all the instructions but nope. I’ve ended up sellotaping to my self with micropour tape. I’m so frustrated
Make sure the area is dry from natural oils on the skin. (Wipe skin down before applying) If you find the patch does not stay on, considering switching brands. & when showering cover it with a large waterproof bandaid.
@@bellakim9404 hello Bella, is it it a good idea to use a plaster/band aid (sorry I am European!) To secure the patch every day? Fairly worried about it coming off. Thank you in advance.
How to take a shower ? Im using Estradiol Gel , which one is better ? I used estradiol tablet but I had to stop taking it due to digestive system problems and bloating ,
@Just Peachy Hey what do you mean? I was just talking about how I wasn't born with a uterus. It's a simple dice-roll at birth, and plenty of women don't have one.
hey i’m currently transitioning mtf - pills i’ve found make me too nauseous and now i’m trialing 1wk patches! i think pills r a great starting point and moving to patches or injections if you’re made too naseous patches a great swap :)
Patches or gel are usually prescribed for MtF HRT. Pills/tablets metabolise through the liver. Not normally recommended if there is any (family) history of embolism etc (NB I am not a medical professional, just a user of 14 years+!)
Ive been on evorel patches 50mg for 3 months and still feeling pretty unwell achy hot sweats and not aleeping....how long does it take to take real.effect please.
Is your skin oily? I know some can't wear patches due to irritation or oily skin. I am limited in where I can place my patches due to body hair. I do find the skin where the patch is or was can be very itchy.
my hair has started falling out since starting Evorel Sequi. I thought it was my imagination at first until my 12 yr old daughter told me she could see my very pink scalp through my hair and helpfully took pictures and yes it is thin. So depressing. Apparently the progesterone in Evorel is androgenic and known to cause hair loss. What alternatives are there?
Have you managed to find an alternative which doesn't have your hair falling out? I just put my first Estradot patch on tonight and then searched for info (should've done that the other way around I guess) but my hair has been falling out on and off since mid 2019 - before I started menopause. It's falling out again now and it's so thin! I can't lose any more, I know that will be the last straw for me after this year from hell.
@@bellarose-au I know, I sympathise, it's very distressing although I've got so much going on at the moment I'm starting not to care about my hair falling out - in answer to your question it is still falling out. I've started using Regaine although it's too soon to tell if it's working. HRT hasn't really done anything for my migraines apart from reduce the severity but then it might not be that, dificult to tell. I will keep going for another couple of months. One thing which has changed: I have NEVER had pmt or pms, ever but now, in the week before my period comes I feel murderous! Hope you manage to sort your hair loss out. I'm about to book a drastic haircut :(
I have the mayan estradiol patch .. it says to put on lower abdomen or butt. I put it where the lady in video put hers. Is that ok? Will it still work ?
