Hello greenECLECtus28
I just wanted to say hi and to welcome you to the forum.
I'm so sorry you're feeling so low: this can be such a difficult time in our lives without the added health issues you have. So many of us are juggling horrible menopausal symptoms, demanding jobs, children who aren't yet independent and ageing sometimes infirm parents. It really is a juggling act and can sometimes feel quite overwhelming.
If you've spent any time reading the posts here you'll realise that everything you've described is being experienced by others, many others, and in some ways that is reassuring, because it makes us all feel 'normal' and I use apostrophes here because there is no normal we are all unique and experience peri/meno differently. The symptoms are many.
It may be that HRT will help you feel better and if your doc suggested it why not investigate on here what might suit you and discuss with your doc at greater length. Equally you may decide that's not the route you want to go down. Either way don't feel afraid to ask for help, I always say to people who say that (and I have been guilty of this over the years) if someone else was telling you this story what would you advise them to do? And another thing to remember is that if you cut yourself, you pop on a plaster, you treat yourself: many of the meno symptoms that are causing you so much distress can be treated.
There is always someone around on this site and you just moan away as you need to, never be afraid to do so: sharing is the best mental therapy in the world!!
You mentioned feeling demotivated, I'd suggest that may just be the result of you felling low and overwhelmed. At times like this, though difficult, we sometimes need to be proactive and find a way forwards. I plan and write lists which always gives me the kick up the backside I need and also helps me see clearly. Exercise also does so much too, helps us physically and mentally. I've been restricted for years but try to walk as much as possible. On a lovely spring day a walk in the park is so uplifting and puts the world to rights! I think you realise it from what you've said, but sleep is really important too, we can all of us deal so much better with all of this peri meno rubbish if we've had a good nights sleep. Why not set up a nightly routine that will allow you to be better rested.
I've gabbled on: I'm not the person to give you HRT suggestions I'm sure someone will be along soon who may be able to offer some advice. If you haven't already, read through the many topics on the forum and familiarise yourself with what other members are experiencing. If you have questions, ask away!!
I really wish you well x