Recent Globe & Mail article.
It’s Gen X and the women behind us demanding more. They’re not going to accept putting up with and pushing through symptoms that could last a decade or more
Despite the current knowledge gaps about menopause, there is some optimism among specialists about the next crop of doctors. More physicians are using a simple, six-point questionnaire to help train medical students and residents on screening for perimenopause symptoms
YESSSS!!! It took 7 years. I noticed signs when I was 41. No one took me seriously. 😔
It’s so frustrating. But good on you for recognizing the signs early on, most of us don’t even know what the heck is going on, except that we might have some serious disease and/or are dying. Even later in age, doctors still don’t take us seriously! It’s like we’re doddering old fools now.
Late genX here. Haven’t had to many physical symptoms yet but my mental health has taken a dump this past year. I’ve had issues through my life but its gotten way worse. It’s funny too because last time I talked to my dad he said he is the one that had to mention it to my mom who is early genX as she was freaking out as to what was going on when it happened to her. He tried warning me and I’m like yes dad. I know. Lol. Sad that so many women are clueless about this. Its not talked about enough.
Anyways, I’m glad more people are discussing it, and I’m happy to have these support groups as it does make things easier. I have some appointments coming up next week and I’m going to do what I can to get some help. Hopefully they listen. Tired of women’s issues being dismissed.
Yes it’s a constant struggle to get doctors on board! Good luck with your appointments :)
Do not sign me up for the vagina lasers.
