u/Big_Mama_80

I'm going to be 46 soon, and the last half a year or so, my periods started jumping around. I skipped one, then one came 2 weeks late, etc. I've always had heavy periods, but now they're out of control.

I went to the ER yesterday because I was on my second day of bleeding through a super tampon every 2 hours. They said that they couldn't see anything wrong with me, except that my uterine lining was a bit thicker than it should be. They sent me home and told me to make an appointment for endometrial ablation.

The third day is now coming to a close, and I'm still bleeding through a super tampon every 3 hours. So, it slowed down the tiniest bit, but I'm becoming concerned. I've had clots about the size of my palm, but I told the ER doctor that, and he didn't seem so impressed.

Has anyone else had this experience? How long can I go on bleeding like this without something serious happening? Would endometrial ablation help in this circumstance?

About 6 weeks ago, I acquired progressive bifocals. I've always worn glasses with no problems, but now that I'm in my mid 40's my vision has changed, and bifocals were recommended.

Since then, I've had 3 mini attacks and 1 very severe attack. I didn't really think that the attacks could be the result of the bifocals until I read online that bifocals can overwhelm the vestibular system in sensitive individuals, triggering them.

I am the type who is overwhelmed easily by visual triggers: I get motion sick by some video games, I get dizzy in busy environments, strobe lights make me ill, etc.

I'm thinking that I might have to return my bifocals and opt for my old normal glasses. I was wondering if anyone else had a similar situation or knows anything about this? Thanks for any advice! 🥰

Please tell me that someone else is suffering like I am. First of all, I can't sleep properly. I have mad anxiety at night, and I can only sleep in 3 hour increments before I'm up again. I feel all jacked up, wired but tired.

I'll stay awake the majority of the night in a completely depressed state, analyzing my entire life. This is every night, and it's starting to truly weigh me down.

During the day, I'm utterly exhausted. Doing just the bare minimum, like getting myself ready for the day, seems like too much.

I'm hungry all the time. Even if I just had something to eat, I'm thinking about what I'm going to have next. I'm constantly reaching for the wrong foods. I can have a whole fridge full of fruits and veg, but I'll tip the house upside down looking for a leftover bar of chocolate from one of the kids.

It's not even funny. It's like I can't say no to something sugary. My brain will be like, "You can't have that. It's not good for you." Yet, I'll be reaching for the junk food and saying, "I'll worry about that tomorrow." Always tomorrow.

The tips about filling up on protein as it will help you not feel hungry, well, it doesn't work at all for me. I will eat it, yet I still feel like I'm starving, and nothing will satisfy that itch unless it's full of carbs and/or sugar.

Is there anyone else out there like this? What worked for you to get rid of the cravings, hunger, and depression?