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Finally broke down emotionally

nikkitaw
nikkitaw
Yesterday was the first time I actually broke down about my health. I mean yes I've cried but when my hubby was helping me with some bandages I lost it. I have been on my period for four weeks and counting. I also have hs and I'm exhausted from everything I do in a day. I just need some words of encouragement. This period is never gonna stop.
deleted_user
deleted_user
I understand I had a period that lasted months before. Have you told your doctor? Mine was when I was a teen but I'm sure they have better meds now to make it stop. They gave me birth control to stop mine.
JillSara
JillSara
:( I can't even imagine. I haven't had a period in 8 years so I have the reverse frustration. I am so sorry.

Have you spoken with your doctor to let them know what is going on? I mean, you can't keep going like this physically AND emotionally. I would be breaking down too. There are different things they can give you to slow the bleeding, maybe even birth control if that is a route you want/can go down.
deleted_user
deleted_user
Progesterone Cream! buy some and put on 1/4tsp twice a day on places like your inner arm, neck, inner thighs, chest. It will slow or stop the bleeding, do that for 10-14 days and then stop. If it comes back then go see your dr.
nikkitaw
nikkitaw
Where can I buy progesterone cream? I was reading up on it and it said that its suppose to make ur period start. Can it also make it stop? I need to make a doc appt but becuz I am only with the health centers my copay is crazy high. I have taken birth control before but alot of them make me feel sick. Im at a lost. Thank you for all you guys insight.
deleted_user
deleted_user
I understand where you're at, I however have the opposite problem. I do not have periods without provera (progesterone) However it is my understanding from my physician the medication they prescribe both of us for our different problems are one in the same. Have you spoken to your doctor? They should prescribe you progesterone pills.
deleted_user
deleted_user
I have had that problem before....when I started taking birth control I had a period that lasted for 6 weeks! Hang in there things will get better. Just keep trying new things until you find what works for you. My doctor told me not to be concerned until I had a period that lasted for 3 months, but she wasn't a good doctor so I would check with your doctor just to be on the safe side.
Praying things get better for you :)
WhiteDolphin
WhiteDolphin
You are probably iron deficient from having your period so long, might try some iron supplements for a little boost of energy, and some Bcomplex.

As for the breakdown, I've been there often, I think about it everyday, but there are some days I just break down, mostly around Christmas or hearing of a friend or family member getting pregnant.