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[quote=Anonymous]Have you gone back to the doc who originally started you on HRT? Or do you have a new GYN you trust? Since your depression seems hormonal in nature, I would start there. Maybe you up your dose and/or add progesterone. I would also see a therapist for emotional support and coping while you are pursuing the medical route. And a psychiatrist could be good for a consultation, as there are always new depression treatments coming out. But to me it seems like you need as much support as possible. The treatment is going to be trial and error, but the more support you have the more likely you get through this period unscathed. I also suffer from brutal hormonal depression and anxiety, and SSRI’s have not helped me, plus I don’t tolerate hormonal birth control so that’s been fun.  Currently I rely on light therapy, exercise, talk therapy, and a bit of medical marijuana for sleep, but I am only 43. I am prepared to throw a whole lot more at this issue as I get older. Hang in there, you sound like a really self aware and frankly amazing and strong person. I really am rooting for you to feel better soon! [/quote]

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