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Can you have a vaginal yeast infection if you have no uterus?
I had a hysterectomy over 30 years ago and I appear to have the symptoms of a yeast infection. I have a rash which itches really badly. I use bladder control products and I thought that the rash was from the wetness associated with urine. I also have the rash in the grooves of my upper legs outside... read more
Diagnosed depression, might have chronic fatigue, why does prednisone help?
May have chronic fatigue, but diagnosed depression, only med that helped, prednisone? Still unsure what my true condition\illness is. Started with chronic sinus infections (I had surgery for this but it may have caused another issue ENS, still have sinus infections but deeper)/ headach's every... read more
Menopause - how long does it take for estradiol to start working?
Was just put on Estradiol today for menopause. Had partcial hysterectomy in 1996. Terrible mood swings,irritability, anxiety and sleep deprivation. How long before I should feel medicine start too work?
Abdominal Adhesions - After a hysterectomy 14 years ago for uterine cancer, I now have adhesions in?
... my abdomine causing pain mostly in my lower back and side right now. I was an avid exerciser and now my doctor says no exercise not even walking for 3 months. He said I can go in a pool. Isn't pool aerobics exercise? And I honestly don't know what adhesions even are. My doctor,... read more
Can hydroxychloroquine cause vaginal burning & itching?
I have taken hydroxychloroquine for 1 week and developed vaginal burning and itching. Have not had anything like this in the last 13 years before I had my hysterectomy.
Can Arimidex cause nail flaking, splitting and dramatically thinning?
I am a 50yr old woman and am 2.5 years post-op stage 2, hormone receptor positive breast cancer. I had no chemo, only accelerated radiation treatment following surgery. Because of a total hysterectomy 10 years ago and now being deprived of any hormones, I take a myriad of medications including-... read more
Anyone have panic attacks and severe anxiety after hysterectomy?
I'm 41 years old and had a complete hysterectomy last year. I've been dealing with anxiety and depression for about 15 years and recently within the last 3 months came off of a large list of medications. Seraquel Xanax Zoloft vistaril. Went to an inpatient detox . I'm now on... read more
Do certain meds or supplements cause hot flashes?
I suffer many times a day from overwhelming heat. Not in circumstances that should cause it. Other people seem comfortable. Had a complete hysterectomy in 2005 and was bothered for a few years with hot flashes, helped by OTC meds. They are not helping now. This is making my life miserable. It does... read more
How long can I take Progesterone?
I am a 51 year old woman who has suffered with heavy, heavy bleeding due to fibroids. My choice was not to have a hysterectomy just didn't want surgery, and then entering into menopause wanted nature to take its course. Prescribed Otho took for several months no help. 2 shots over a two month... read more
Hot flashes, later in life?
Is there a medication for hot flashes, that is not HRT? I'm 71 and never really bothered by hot flashes much. Had a complete hysterectomy in 2005. Over the last 3 or 4 years hot flashes have made my life miserable! I used over the counter supplements, Estroven, did not help. Someone help me... read more
Metformin - I am 53 and had a hysterectomy and my ovaries removed ten years ago?
While looking at my ovaries the surgeon said I had PCOS. I presumed that having them removed would sort this problem out. But I have since found out that the disease is a metabolic disease. I have high cholesterol, B12 deficiency, glaucoma (I have had some sight loss), I have struggled with my... read more
I have taken Premarin 1.25 tablets for 29 years. What would happen if I just quit?
I have taken Premarin 1.25 since I was 36 years old and had a hysterectomy. I am now 65 years old and facing very high costs of this medication through my Medicare & Suppliment insurance, Humana. Can I just quit this drug now that I'm 65? If so... will there be side affects... and what... read more
What to do if bupropion stops working for sexual dysfunction?
From raging hormones to nothing... Back story. I had a hysterectomy at age 27 I'm now two months shy of 42. After the hysterectomy I opted to not take hormones because of risks involved. I have not had a sex drive since. I finally mustered up the courage to inquire with my doctor and was... read more
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