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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Hi OP - take this with a  grain of salt, but I am your age (almost 45) and had some similar symptoms.  I did the blood test on day 3 of my cycle and the numbers were also fine. That said, I met with a menopause doctor and they recommended trying a low dose BC. I'm about 2 weeks in. The first week, I felt pregnant in part, but that has mostly abated and I have noticed an improvement in my mood and energy.  It's still very new, but I'm hoping it continues.  [/quote]

Op here. I am already on BC (norethindrone) and the OBGYN had to suggest it because I was bleeding non-stop and this is the only way it could stop. It is also messing with my hormones but I am nots are if I need to go on HRT. [/quote]

Hmm. With your medical history and ongoing symptoms, I would definitely not rely on a PCP. Talk to your gyn, your endocrinologist, and possibly look for a really good internist who can consider the whole picture (they're hard to find).

Have you had a transvaginal ultrasound to visualize whether you have cysts, polyps or fibroids? It should be repeated anyway. The continuous bleeding is concerning, and I don't think your Gyn should just throw BC at it without regular check-ups.

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Op here. I have PCOS, type 2, thyroid issues and also ADHD. I thought I was in peri because of all the symptoms and went to my OBGYN when my bleeding didn't stop for more than a couple of months. She wanted me to stay on BC full time and I am very confused now with all the hormones affecting my body. [/quote]

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