Is it possible that the trauma of going through WLS triggered menopause? Maybe it's coincidental, but It kicked me into a period that lasted two weeks post-op starting the day of surgery, but I haven't had one since. Yes, I'm in my early 50s and due to be finished with periods, but the timing hit right when I had my surgery in June. It changes things in ways I hadn't anticipated. Somethings just aren't as comfortable as they used to be. Just wondering if anyone else has experienced this.

Menopause is a pain no matter when it strikes. The changes can be challenging. Might just be total coincidence. Your age is right...had to happen sometime.

Wishing you the best:)

You can certainly ask your doctor, but I'm guessing it's a coincidence. Experiences vary a good deal with it--I had very few issues with it initially but in the last year or two, there have been some hot flashes. Not that big a deal. Very happy not to have headaches every month any more!

Is it possible that the trauma of going through WLS triggered menopause? Maybe it's coincidental, but It kicked me into a period that lasted two weeks post-op starting the day of surgery, but I haven't had one since. Yes, I'm in my early 50s and due to be finished with periods, but the timing hit right when I had my surgery in June. It changes things in ways I hadn't anticipated. Somethings just aren't as comfortable as they used to be. Just wondering if anyone else has experienced this.

You can do some research on a site called emerita.com yes it can happen with the wl. Look into natural progesterone creme on that site. It can be bought in a health food stores and can be a real life saver. [emoji4]


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Fat stores estrogen, so when you start to lose weight it releases all those extra hormones into your body and can really mess with your cycle. Add in the trauma of surgery and it's not surprising that things are a bit wonky. If you are really concerned, check with your surgeon and your gyno.