Menopause/TOM---SOS!!

carbkinky · 08-13-2005, 09:52 AM

I might just have a nervous breakdown!!! Please give me advice!! I have been M/E ing since July 5 with a few veggies on the weekends. I have had fab success, gained control feel great! My tubes have been tied, I am 46 with regular periods. My TOM is 5 weeks late! Is it possible that I jumped into menopause? I thoght menses didn't just abruptly stop? I feel great! No PG symptoms. I am freaking out!!! Ha anyone had menses just STOP...rather than taper off til stopping??

charmedpea · 08-13-2005, 10:34 AM

Sorry I cant help you.. Only 36 here.. I find my self always straying of m/e.. end up having cheese only like a slice a day, or salad.. I cant wait to hear the answer to this question.. Are you sure your not prego??? Your tubes could of found their way back to each other..

charmed

Sharon · 08-13-2005, 12:46 PM

Very possible that you have started the process. I'm through it now and love this lifestyle but I can remember the first time that my period wasn't regular. Check with your Dr. for some more information. BTW - I was 52 when that happened. It took me years to get out of that 30 days thought process but it's gone now. What a difference. I've had friends do marathons with me while on their TOM. Awful!!!

JuliaL · 08-13-2005, 03:00 PM

I agree that it's probably pre-meno symptoms, but you should definitely see your doctor, just in case you're PG. It's rare but does happen after tubes are tied. I started having irregular periods at around age 40, and now at 45 I am post-menopausal.

Ellbie · 08-13-2005, 04:35 PM

Yeah, I think it's pretty normal to skip em here and there when you get older.

Addie · 08-13-2005, 04:42 PM

"no PG symptoms" doesn't mean diddley. Take a test. However, menses will stop with a very low calorie diet; estrogen is somehow related to fat?? I'm not a doctor, but don't play around. Developing life needs nutrition not found in M/E fast.

Anyone want to share stories of children born after tubes tied?

Ayrlin · 08-13-2005, 04:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Addie

"no PG symptoms" doesn't mean diddley. Take a test. However, menses will stop with a very low calorie diet; estrogen is somehow related to fat?? I'm not a doctor, but don't play around. Developing life needs nutrition not found in M/E fast.

Anyone want to share stories of children born after tubes tied?

Please no stories of children after tubes are tied, I got mine tied 6 years ago and I would be devistated to get preggers again

debmn · 08-13-2005, 07:58 PM

I'm 48 and started this WOL at 46 ( few months short of 47). My TOM was irregular during this whole journey. It would be late by 406 weeks sometimes, then would get it every two weeks at times. Up until this past February 2005 it was back to being regular, now it is every 3 months with some spotting here and there. Just had a check up and in per-menopause. So it could be the diet etc or the early stages of menopause. Any hotflashes?

wcsis · 08-13-2005, 09:23 PM

My periods had always been regular as clockwork from the first one at 14. Only time I missed it was when I was pregnant w/son and daughter. Just a couple months after I turned 39 I missed a period and related it to stress, I was going through the legalities of ending my 20 yr marriage. After 2 months w/no period I visited my Dr extremely stressed and fearful of being pregnant - how I had no idea hubby had a vasectomy yrs before. I was not pregnant and a few days after my Dr visit I got my period. Following that time I only got it every 2 months.

Now at age 42 I get my period every 4 months. (you would think I am taking that new seasonal pill huh?) I have been seeing my OB Dr. the past couple months frequently as during this time it is still possible to become pregnant and I DO NOT want to be.

In the next month or so I will be having a procedure done called Essure for permanent birth control. My Dr. also suggested I have Endometrial Ablation done since when I do get my periods they are extremely heavy and my schedule is so random. (the ablation should stop any future bleeding)

queen_bee · 09-12-2005, 12:43 PM

Well I am glad I did a search on "missed periods". Now I know I am not alone. I was supposed to be visited by "TOM" on Thursday. I have been totally freaking out since then. No visit. I had all the symptoms I usually get, but no actuall period.

DH is "fixed" and I haven't been with anyone else, so unless there is another immaculate conception, I'm not pregnant. But it was kind of freaking me out because I have never missed a period except for when I've been pregnant.

I am 39, will be 40 in February and I was thinking I was too young for this...but maybe not.

I watched "GI Jane" last night and the doctor had told her she missed her period because her body fat was lowered. I have lost almost 30 pounds since June, so I am thinking maybe it could be attributed to that.

Any thoughts??

Poochie · 09-12-2005, 01:08 PM

I am 46 and have not had one in 2 months. I had my tubes tied 14 years ago. I have been to the doctor. They want to start me on BC pills to get it regulated. Being 46 with my tied tubes, I'm not going to take BC pills. I have only seen this doctor once. I am going to make an appointment with another doctor. I have started having hot flashes. No preg symtoms. And by the way, the only time I was late was 16 and 14 years ago. Both girls!!!!

sweetpoison · 09-12-2005, 01:41 PM

Just a comment.... I am 52 and regular as clockwork...... started really low carbing on Memorial Day and SKIPPED NOT ONE, BUT TWO MONTHS. Seen nothing in June and nothing in July..... finally came around in Aug. Doc says that test do not show menopause yet..... so..... I must have just shocked the HE$$ out of my body.

Vicki

NanBean · 09-12-2005, 01:51 PM

Just wanted to add that estrogen is stored in the fat cells soooo if your losing weight as with l/c this may increase the level of estrogen in the bloodstream which will cause irregular menstrual cycles and can increase pms symptoms. Also rapid weight loss along with higher estrogen levels can increase fertility. When I was on Atkins 2 years ago I had all kinds of problems. This time around things seem to be ok so far.

Acura · 09-12-2005, 02:39 PM

Wow I never knew that estrogen was stored in FAT cells ....

CARBBABY · 09-13-2005, 10:32 AM

My TOM is 12 days late....my tubes are also tied......dont miss TOM, just the WOOSH afterwards.

Lyonnesse · 09-13-2005, 03:55 PM

well i had started missing periods last year..here and there...<i am 51> then this year didnt have but 4 the whole year...started LC 2 months ago..and this month OMG...I had cramps for 5 days, passing blood clots and like the TOM I had as a 20year old...guess LC does shock the body in a hormonal way.

but seems normal for us older gals.

V

chana · 09-13-2005, 09:15 PM

Yes, my periods just stopped suddenly. I'm 34 and have gone through complete menopause. So it can happen. I've been on HRT for a year now.

08-13-2005, 09:52 AM	#1
carbkinky Senior LCF Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Nashville,Tn Posts: 655 Gallery: carbkinky Stats: 149/128/118 WOE: low carb Start Date: January 2004 rollercoaster	Menopause/TOM---SOS!! I might just have a nervous breakdown!!! Please give me advice!! I have been M/E ing since July 5 with a few veggies on the weekends. I have had fab success, gained control feel great! My tubes have been tied, I am 46 with regular periods. My TOM is 5 weeks late! Is it possible that I jumped into menopause? I thoght menses didn't just abruptly stop? I feel great! No PG symptoms. I am freaking out!!! Ha anyone had menses just STOP...rather than taper off til stopping??

08-13-2005, 04:42 PM	#6
Addie Guest Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Cowtown, USA Posts: 117 Gallery: Addie Stats: 190/159/134 WOE: Atkins	"no PG symptoms" doesn't mean diddley. Take a test. However, menses will stop with a very low calorie diet; estrogen is somehow related to fat?? I'm not a doctor, but don't play around. Developing life needs nutrition not found in M/E fast. Anyone want to share stories of children born after tubes tied? Last edited by Addie : 08-13-2005 at 04:43 PM.

08-13-2005, 09:23 PM	#9
wcsis Senior LCF Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Washington Posts: 594 Gallery: wcsis Stats: 259/></153 WOE: LowCarb Start Date: 7/20/05 (@ 237 lbs)	My periods had always been regular as clockwork from the first one at 14. Only time I missed it was when I was pregnant w/son and daughter. Just a couple months after I turned 39 I missed a period and related it to stress, I was going through the legalities of ending my 20 yr marriage. After 2 months w/no period I visited my Dr extremely stressed and fearful of being pregnant - how I had no idea hubby had a vasectomy yrs before. I was not pregnant and a few days after my Dr visit I got my period. Following that time I only got it every 2 months. Now at age 42 I get my period every 4 months. (you would think I am taking that new seasonal pill huh?) I have been seeing my OB Dr. the past couple months frequently as during this time it is still possible to become pregnant and I DO NOT want to be. In the next month or so I will be having a procedure done called Essure for permanent birth control. My Dr. also suggested I have Endometrial Ablation done since when I do get my periods they are extremely heavy and my schedule is so random. (the ablation should stop any future bleeding) __________________ Marie A strong woman has faith that she is strong enough for the journey ... but a woman of strength has faith that it is in the journey that she will become strong. Goal 1: 225 (august 11 - 223.5) Goal 2: 213 Holiday Hotties Nov 1: 220.5 -- START WEIGHT Current Weight: 220.5

09-12-2005, 12:43 PM	#10
queen_bee Senior LCF Member Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Wisconsin Posts: 823 Gallery: queen_bee Stats: 197/137/130 - 184/171.5/130 :( WOE: Low Carb Start Date: July 2003	Well I am glad I did a search on "missed periods". Now I know I am not alone. I was supposed to be visited by "TOM" on Thursday. I have been totally freaking out since then. No visit. I had all the symptoms I usually get, but no actuall period. DH is "fixed" and I haven't been with anyone else, so unless there is another immaculate conception, I'm not pregnant. But it was kind of freaking me out because I have never missed a period except for when I've been pregnant. I am 39, will be 40 in February and I was thinking I was too young for this...but maybe not. I watched "GI Jane" last night and the doctor had told her she missed her period because her body fat was lowered. I have lost almost 30 pounds since June, so I am thinking maybe it could be attributed to that. Any thoughts?? __________________ ~~Princess Sleeping Butterfly~~ Nothing tastes as good as being thin feels {JR}{NJ}{AR} Insanity: doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results.

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08-13-2005, 10:34 AM	#2
charmedpea MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: May 2005 Location: ohio Posts: 2,080 Gallery: charmedpea Stats: 234/203.5/150 WOE: atkins Start Date: may 2005	Sorry I cant help you.. Only 36 here.. I find my self always straying of m/e.. end up having cheese only like a slice a day, or salad.. I cant wait to hear the answer to this question.. Are you sure your not prego??? Your tubes could of found their way back to each other.. charmed

08-13-2005, 12:46 PM	#3
Sharon Come join us on the Game Board Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: retired now - I ski 40+ days annually and do marathons. 1st TIME GRANDMOTHER 6/18/07 Posts: 100,733 Gallery: Sharon Stats: 156/124/135 5'6" 63 y/o - GO UCLA - BEAT USC WOE: Atkins - low sodium and fresh food - STAY POSITIVE Start Date: 4/5/03 -------- McCAIN/PALIN in 2008	Very possible that you have started the process. I'm through it now and love this lifestyle but I can remember the first time that my period wasn't regular. Check with your Dr. for some more information. BTW - I was 52 when that happened. It took me years to get out of that 30 days thought process but it's gone now. What a difference. I've had friends do marathons with me while on their TOM. Awful!!!

08-13-2005, 03:00 PM	#4
JuliaL Way too much time on my hands! Join Date: May 2003 Location: Louisville, KY Posts: 17,214 Gallery: JuliaL Stats: 190/145/140 16/8/6, height 5'8", age 48 WOE: Atkins/BFFM Start Date: 4/22/03	I agree that it's probably pre-meno symptoms, but you should definitely see your doctor, just in case you're PG. It's rare but does happen after tubes are tied. I started having irregular periods at around age 40, and now at 45 I am post-menopausal.

08-13-2005, 04:35 PM	#5
Ellbie Senior LCF Member Join Date: Jun 2003 Posts: 133 Gallery: Ellbie	Yeah, I think it's pretty normal to skip em here and there when you get older.

08-13-2005, 07:58 PM	#8
debmn Senior LCF Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Minneapolis Posts: 189 Gallery: debmn Stats: 244/142/150-155 5'11" 49 and a grandma WOE: Atkins Start Date: Jan 2004	I'm 48 and started this WOL at 46 ( few months short of 47). My TOM was irregular during this whole journey. It would be late by 406 weeks sometimes, then would get it every two weeks at times. Up until this past February 2005 it was back to being regular, now it is every 3 months with some spotting here and there. Just had a check up and in per-menopause. So it could be the diet etc or the early stages of menopause. Any hotflashes?

09-12-2005, 01:08 PM	#11
Poochie Senior LCF Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Alabama Posts: 358 Gallery: Poochie Stats: 240/238/145 WOE: Atkins Start Date: Start over 9/15/08	I am 46 and have not had one in 2 months. I had my tubes tied 14 years ago. I have been to the doctor. They want to start me on BC pills to get it regulated. Being 46 with my tied tubes, I'm not going to take BC pills. I have only seen this doctor once. I am going to make an appointment with another doctor. I have started having hot flashes. No preg symtoms. And by the way, the only time I was late was 16 and 14 years ago. Both girls!!!!

09-12-2005, 01:41 PM	#12
sweetpoison MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Cleveland, Ohio Posts: 2,259 Gallery: sweetpoison Stats: 231/231/150 WOE: Low Carb Type Start Date: 10/29/08	Just a comment.... I am 52 and regular as clockwork...... started really low carbing on Memorial Day and SKIPPED NOT ONE, BUT TWO MONTHS. Seen nothing in June and nothing in July..... finally came around in Aug. Doc says that test do not show menopause yet..... so..... I must have just shocked the HE$$ out of my body. Vicki

09-12-2005, 01:51 PM	#13
NanBean Junior LCF Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Arizona Posts: 53 Gallery: NanBean Stats: 260/170ish HW 262 WOE: Atkins/Protein Power Start Date: 8/05, restart 1/06 238, restart again 9/3/08 250	Just wanted to add that estrogen is stored in the fat cells soooo if your losing weight as with l/c this may increase the level of estrogen in the bloodstream which will cause irregular menstrual cycles and can increase pms symptoms. Also rapid weight loss along with higher estrogen levels can increase fertility. When I was on Atkins 2 years ago I had all kinds of problems. This time around things seem to be ok so far.

09-12-2005, 02:39 PM	#14
Acura Senior LCF Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Rockledge, Fl Posts: 579 Gallery: Acura Stats: 5'9 Start BMI 53.3 310 7/22/2007 WOE: RNY exercise, lots and lots of cardo Start Date: 7/22/2007	Wow I never knew that estrogen was stored in FAT cells ....

09-13-2005, 10:32 AM	#15
CARBBABY Blabbermouth!!! Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 5,544 Gallery: CARBBABY Stats: 152/138/127-130 WOE: oopsies Start Date: (June, 28, 2005)	My TOM is 12 days late....my tubes are also tied......dont miss TOM, just the WOOSH afterwards.

09-13-2005, 03:55 PM	#16
Lyonnesse MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Sep 2002 Posts: 1,013 Gallery: Lyonnesse	well i had started missing periods last year..here and there...<i am 51> then this year didnt have but 4 the whole year...started LC 2 months ago..and this month OMG...I had cramps for 5 days, passing blood clots and like the TOM I had as a 20year old...guess LC does shock the body in a hormonal way. but seems normal for us older gals. V

09-13-2005, 09:15 PM	#17
chana Junior LCF Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Fremont, CA. Posts: 34 Gallery: chana Stats: 155/145/130 WOE: Low Carb Start Date: July 2005	Yes, my periods just stopped suddenly. I'm 34 and have gone through complete menopause. So it can happen. I've been on HRT for a year now.