Hi all,
6 months ago I started on Evorel 50 for flushes, panic attacks and mood swings.
Things improved at first but then because some symptoms returned my dose was increased to 75.
Everything's been fine until the last few weeks, when I've noticed the mood swings returning, particularly at work where I've been getting irritated by the smallest thing.
I had my 3 month review with the GP yesterday who said it was entirely up to me as to whether I tried an increased dose.
However she added that mood swings aren't commonly helped by HRT and an increased dose of even oestrogen only HRT raises the risk of breast cancer, clots and stroke!
So, now I'm confused as not only have my mood swings improved compared to what they used to be before the HRT, everything I've read says that breast cancer, clot and stroke risk is lower with oestrogen only HRT.
I did challenge it when she said it but she was insistent!
I opted to give the 100 a go, at least for 3 months, as I thought 'nothing ventured, nothing gained' but I'm now reflecting and wondering whether I've done the right thing, and part of me does wonder whether maybe I'm just fed up at work and need a holiday???
Any thoughts out there??
Btw... I had a hysterectomy in 2011, including my cervix but leaving my ovaries in tact, and I'm 52 next month.
Thanks