Do trans people experience menopause? Watch Ryan's story and find out.
In this episode we meet Ryan, a transgender man. Ryan knew his whole life that he was a male in a female body, and luckily, he grew up in a supportive family who have been by his side throughout his journey.
Ryan decided to start his transition with hormones and soon after had a full hysterectomy - uterus, fallopian tubes, ovaries, cervix, the whole thing. It left him with what he describes as ‘an empty room’ in his abdomen, but more importantly, the surgery and hormones put him simultaneously into puberty and into menopause. At age 30.
After his surgery his family came to rally around him. And a few days after they left he found himself on the bathroom floor, suicidal. The crisis line led him to counselling where he finally had it explained to him that the lack of estrogen following his surgery had thrown him into menopause - the depression, the suicidal thoughts, hot flashes, and other symptoms.
With support he has learned to manage his testosterone therapy so that he stays out of menopause. His best advice is to ensure that you have someone checking in on you if you are in a depressive state. He acknowledges that the medical system isn’t focused on menopause and mid-life women so it is necessary to make sure you have a solid support system.
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➡️ Depression during menopause is common, but there are things you can do to manage it. Learn more about menopause depression, symptoms, and how to cope. Visit: www.herstasis.com/menopause-d...
Hot flashes, night sweats, insomnia and weight changes are commonly associated with menopause transition. Other symptoms such as tingling extremities, dry mouth and skin changes are discussed less often but can still have a significant impact on your day-to-day life.
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Menopause Stories
Am I In Menopause? PROJECT is a platform for radically honest storytelling that gives a voice to diverse individuals experiencing struggles with midlife women's health.
We’ve identified asked a selected group of individuals and asked them to participate in this a project so they can in which they share stories about their personal experiences with menopause symptoms. We hope that through this project of shared storytelling it will help us all learn more what’s happening to our bodies, give us tools and information that we can use for our own self-care, and remind us that we are not alone.
Am I in menopause? PROJECT uses personal shared stories to:
• Give hope to women who are struggling with menopause
• Normalize menopause experiences
• Give real life examples of what has worked for other women
• Showcase women’s courage in the face of this midlife journey
• And most importantly reassure women that they are not alone and that there is a way through
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Struggling with Menopause or Perimenipause Symptoms?
If you are a person aged 35 - 55 experiencing sudden hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings, rage, depression, insomnia, anxiety, vaginal dryness, memory loss or any of the 35+ known symptoms of the menopause transition, you are in the right place.
Herstasis® Health is a Canadian non-profit dedicated to providing the latest evidence-based research to people in plain language so they can learn, make informed choices, and advocate for their own menopause health.
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Menopause Symptoms and Tips:
Herstasis Health is your go-to source for evidence-based information on the menopausal transition. Learn about the potential causes, all known symptoms, and various menopause treatment options including hormone replacement therapy. Get the latest menopause symptoms tips and advice so you can make informed choices about your menopausal health today!
Are you in need of quality care from a menopause health professional, but feeling let down by your current provider or lacking one altogether?
The North American Menopause Society (NAMS) offers a valuable resource to help you find a qualified menopause clinician who is right for you.
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29 ноя 2023
