This post is a really personal one. About noticing blood in my poo, undergoing a colonoscopy, and the anxiety and procedures involved and how my ADHD brain coped. Inspired by Dame Deborah James and a personal connection to bowel cancer, I am urging you not to ignore such symptoms and to realise the importance of getting checked to potentially save lives.
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Menopause involves three stages: perimenopause, menopause, and postmenopause. Perimenopause is the transition phase before menopause, featuring symptoms like irregular periods, hot flashes, and mood swings. Menopause is marked by the absence of periods for 12 months. Postmenopause lasts for life, focusing on long-term health and well-being. Each stage is unique, and support is essential.
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Menopause, ADHD, and autism can severely disrupt sleep, with hormonal changes, hyperarousal, and sensory sensitivities exacerbating the issue. Establishing sleep routines, optimising the sleep environment, managing menopausal symptoms, and addressing ADHD or autism-related needs can help. Personal recommendations include “This Works Sleep Plus Pillow Spray” and “Nu Mind Wellness Menopause Supplement.”
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