Menopaused, but still cycling?

Addie · 07-11-2004, 04:15 PM

I'm 52 years old, haven't had a period since 2001, am not on any HRT (take Evista), but I've noticed that I still seem to "cycle" weight-wise. On a regular basis, I have increased cravings, unexplained weight spikes or lows, mood swings, etc.

Anyone else experience this?

lowcarbnonie · 07-11-2004, 05:52 PM

Hi Addie,
We are the same age and i am post menopausal. I have heard women say they can tell when they would have had a visit from TOM but can't say I've been able to tell. Interesting though. You might go to the Health/Med issues board and post your ? there.

Nonie

Redstar · 07-11-2004, 10:23 PM

Addie,

I used to be a weight counselor and a lot of women who have had hysterectomies or are past menopause still have their monthly weight-gain cycles. It is odd and I don't understand it, but too many women have had that experience for me to doubt it. I hope that it fades away for you.

Redstar

NancyC · 07-12-2004, 10:24 AM

I'm really sorry to hear this!!! I'll be 52 next month. Although tests showed last year that I'm post-menopausal, I've continued having periods. For the past 5 weeks I've put on 4-5 lbs., even though I've been sticking to the plan. Just this morning TOM showed up - for the 3rd time this year. Every time I have a cramp I just smile and say, "Bring 'em on!!!" Hopefully this means my wt. will start going back down!!!!

I wish I had some help for you, besides just the knowledge that others are sympathisizing with you!

07-11-2004, 04:15 PM	#1
Addie Guest Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Cowtown, USA Posts: 117 Gallery: Addie Stats: 190/159/134 WOE: Atkins	Menopaused, but still cycling? I'm 52 years old, haven't had a period since 2001, am not on any HRT (take Evista), but I've noticed that I still seem to "cycle" weight-wise. On a regular basis, I have increased cravings, unexplained weight spikes or lows, mood swings, etc. Anyone else experience this?

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07-11-2004, 05:52 PM	#2
lowcarbnonie Senior LCF Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Posts: 201 Gallery: lowcarbnonie Stats: 285/249/160 WOE: atkins/kiss, re-induction 6/04 8/04 Lean for Life Start Date: 1/04	Hi Addie, We are the same age and i am post menopausal. I have heard women say they can tell when they would have had a visit from TOM but can't say I've been able to tell. Interesting though. You might go to the Health/Med issues board and post your ? there. Nonie

07-11-2004, 10:23 PM	#3
Redstar Senior LCF Member Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Indiana Posts: 132 Gallery: Redstar	Addie, I used to be a weight counselor and a lot of women who have had hysterectomies or are past menopause still have their monthly weight-gain cycles. It is odd and I don't understand it, but too many women have had that experience for me to doubt it. I hope that it fades away for you. Redstar

07-12-2004, 10:24 AM	#4
NancyC Senior LCF Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Bells, TN Posts: 879 Gallery: NancyC Stats: 158.5/134/118; 5'1''; 54 y/o WOE: Atkins Start Date: May 2002	I'm really sorry to hear this!!! I'll be 52 next month. Although tests showed last year that I'm post-menopausal, I've continued having periods. For the past 5 weeks I've put on 4-5 lbs., even though I've been sticking to the plan. Just this morning TOM showed up - for the 3rd time this year. Every time I have a cramp I just smile and say, "Bring 'em on!!!" Hopefully this means my wt. will start going back down!!!! I wish I had some help for you, besides just the knowledge that others are sympathisizing with you!