I think journalling can really help. I have kept a diary of my journey through all this HRT, originally to document how I was feeling and to see if I could identify any patterns when symptoms arise. It also meant I had something to present my GP with, dates etc. if I needed to change or tweak treatments.
I definitely noticed a couple of patterns, but it also meant I could see that other things have improved with treatment, which is nice to see.
GRL I'm sorry to hear of your diagnosis and wish you well x
Samade your GP should have access to the British Menopause Society guide to treatments and alternatives - it shouldn't be rocket science
My new GP rang through to the dispensary attached to our surgery 3 or 4 times to try and get a certain patch and kept going till we found a combo - which happens to be separates because there was nothing in stock I could tolerate. Hope you can find something suitable soon, just bug the backside off them! x