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Is FSH Level Of 98 A Cause For Concern?

Hi, I am 41 years old and my FSH is 98. The problems with my period started at the age of 35 and after a lot of examinations my doctor advised me that the promenopause is a fact for me. The sock was huge...but I tried to be calm and I thought that I have already two amazing daughters...Now, at the age of 41 I have come at the menopause period and my dilemma is if I should follow a hormone replacement therapy or not. My doctor advised me that I am so young to be left without a treatment...but I am afraid a lot for the possibility of a cancer. Needless to say, that my mother was diagnosted with cancer in the endometrium some years ago...so my concerns are more logical. I don t want to receive any treatment. I want to grow old and see my children to grow up, too!!! I don t want to live with the fear of cancer due to wrong decision, maybe. I am strong enough to front all the symptoms of menopause. I am not afraid to grow older, even earlier. My priorities are different. I can encounter the osteoporosis and heart problems with physical exercise and a healthier diet. Please share your knowledge with me and advise me if my decision has a meaning. Thanks a lot for your time:-). Much appreciated. Ele
Mon, 15 Jul 2019
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Hi,

I feel there is some confusion. FSH 98 is a bigger value & clearly indicates low thyroid condition (hypothyroidism). This can result in menstrual problems... even lack of menses. Just possible that you have hypothyroidism (which improves with treatment) & not menopause. On that case, you may get your menses back & may not need hormone replacement. Please consult an endocrinologist.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Vasudha Jayant Athavale, General & Family Physician
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Is FSH Level Of 98 A Cause For Concern?

Hi, I feel there is some confusion. FSH 98 is a bigger value & clearly indicates low thyroid condition (hypothyroidism). This can result in menstrual problems... even lack of menses. Just possible that you have hypothyroidism (which improves with treatment) & not menopause. On that case, you may get your menses back & may not need hormone replacement. Please consult an endocrinologist. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Vasudha Jayant Athavale, General & Family Physician