Managing Perimenopause with Autism
I've been trying to get some insights from others who are also going through Perimenopause and what you are doing to manage, especially while juggling autism.
After my diagnosis, I went through a major burnout. My threshold for stress has been pretty low. Over the last 4 months my sleep started tanking. I was constantly waking up in a panic and was struggling to get restful sleep. Being sleep deprived, I started having a lot more panic attacks and anxiety all the time. Then the classic hot flashes.
I finally got some answers and that it's hormones. Perimenopause specifically. I was prescribed Pregesterone to start 100mg. I'm just nervous to start because I'm sensitive, but I feel like it's time to start.
Just wondering about others experience with HRT and if you have any advice.
Thanks!
Note: I'm also looking into MCAS, as I guess that can create similar issues. My OB GYN even suggested that to me.