HRT and feelings of well being

[Elizabeth61]

I am seeing a therapist.

I have yet to visit my GP.

With T blockers is there an improved feeling of well being?

Does one feel better within themselves?

Also with estrogen therapy?

Ta?

Elizabeth 

 

[Jani]

There was for me but I also started E at the same time.  So the reduction of T in my system was a good feeling.  I did get a lot more emotional than I normally ever was.  That has eventually evened out, thankfully.   I think you would enjoy the changes.  

 

Jani

[Susan R]

Elizabeth, I can't speak for anyone but myself and keep in mind I've only been on these prescriptions for 6 weeks. I was prescribed both T blocker and E simultaneously with weekly increases in doses so I can't speak about how T blockers by themselves would have an effect on your "well being".  I know several people here had their T blockers prescribed first before having E introduced so they'll be able to answer that much more accurately.

 

I noticed a relatively quick change in my temperament and had an overall feeling calm and contentness.  Pre-HRT, I was much more high strung and less emotional.  My slight increase in emotional intensity didn't start until after the one month E dose increase.

 

That pretty much covers most of the effects I experienced that might impact ones well being. Your mileage, of course, may vary.

 

Susan R

[Elizabeth61]

Susan,  Jani

 

Thank you both so much

I will discuss this with my GP

I look forward to some relief from the  dysphoria 

 

Elizabeth ?

 

 

[Carolyn Marie]

Everyone reacts a little differently, but chances are the answers to your questions will be yes.

 

Carolyn Marie

[Elizabeth61]

Thank you so much Carolyn Marie 

[Rachael]

I had blockers and e at the same time. But about 5-6 weeks the effect was dramatic it was like someone flipped a switch I was less angry and things did not bother me as much. Yes it was worth the effort. 

Good luck 

[Elizabeth61]

Thank  you?

[Kylie]

Ill echo what others have said...I was prescribed T Blocker and Estrogen together and about week 7 I noticed a slight change in my emotional well-being, albeit for the better. I am now at 13 weeks and things are starting to get smoother. I am now seeing some effects from the hormones (skin/breast) and it does help me emotionally knowing I am having some changes. I wish you all the best with you GP!

 

Well wishes,

 

Kylie