I feel like myself again
I talked to my doctor about perimenopause nearly 2 years ago, and even though I told them I started puberty at 9 years old, they said I was too young to talk about menopause then. I was 43. Fast forward to December 2024, after turning 45, I was told my hormone levels were fully in the menopausal range, my hair was thinning, my skin was dry no matter how much water I drank or lotion I used, my brain fog and neurodivergent symptoms were worse, I’d had severe insomnia for two years, I was always exhausted, and I couldn’t control my emotions well. The OB didn't want to discuss HRT with me and suggested waiting until April 2025 because that would be a year since my last period. I knew something needed to change. I felt like I was losing myself and was struggling every day. I researched HRT on my own and found Winona. I was more confident in Winona after my assigned physician suggested waiting until I got an ultrasound from my OB before prescribing the HRT. I’ve been using the estrogen and progesterone cream and DHEA tablets for over 3 months now. My hair is thicker, my nails went from brittle to strong and growing again, I sleep better, the night sweats stopped, my skin holds moisture again, I feel more energetic, and the brain fog is less. My PCP was concerned that I was getting HRT elsewhere, but I explained why I trust Winona's treatment and how much it has helped me. Even when I was worried about my hair thinning more after starting the DHEA, my assigned physician responded quickly, explained the cause, shared a video resource, and said she’d adjust my prescription if needed. I’m really happy with this company and their service. I haven’t tried to get insurance reimbursement, but even without it, this is so worth it! Thank you for caring about women's health in a society where our health and bodies have been ignored for so long.
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