What were the initial symptoms of perimenopause for Sally Lefever-Bell?

Sally Lefever-Bell experienced profound exhaustion, a significant loss of energy, emotional volatility, and difficulty with daily tasks.

How did Sally Lefever-Bell's GP misdiagnose her perimenopause symptoms?

Her GP incorrectly diagnosed her with depression and prescribed antidepressants, stating she was too young to be menopausal.

What led to the creation of the W-Wellness platform?

After her own struggles with perimenopause and a lack of clear guidance on supplements, she co-founded W-Wellness to help other women find expert-approved support.

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Sobbing in GP's office: My perimenopause misdiagnosis

26 Jan

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Summary

A woman was misdiagnosed with depression instead of perimenopause.
HRT and a nutritionist's guidance helped her regain energy.
She launched a platform to guide women through supplement choices.

Sobbing in GP's office: My perimenopause misdiagnosis

Nine years ago, at 48, a woman found herself sobbing in her GP's office, describing profound exhaustion and emotional distress. Despite her perfect life on paper, she felt herself unraveling, struggling with daily tasks and experiencing unexplained mood swings.

Her GP dismissed her concerns about perimenopause, stating she was too young, and instead prescribed antidepressants. These medications worsened her condition, leaving her feeling disconnected and even more frightened.

Believing her symptoms were linked to menopause, she independently sought help, eventually finding a private menopause doctor in 2018. Blood tests revealed low estrogen, and she was prescribed HRT, which brought initial relief but didn't resolve all issues.