I had a complete hyst(ovaries,uterus, everything) at the age of 30. That was almost 9 yrs ago. the first 3 yrs we tried every hrt there was including over the counter. after a few years of no hrt the dr started me on evamist about 6 months ago. i primarly used it on my left arm until i noticed that my left nipple had become extremely darker than my right. my question is "is this normal" and should i be taking anything else besides evamist???? i still dont sleep, only a few hours a night if that, moody, absolutely no sex drive but the hot flashes are gone. thanks brenda
- Resources
1/29/09 6:20pm
Hi Brenda,
You definitely need to be on the Evamist, esp. since you had a hyst so young. It is only approved for hot flashes, but the research shows blood levels high enough to protect your heart and bones as well. Providers often forget that women's bodies worked well before menopause on a balance of 3 hormones. To address sleep, moods, sex drive you also need bioidentical progesterone and testosterone. If you haven't read my posting on the bioidenticals, please do so you know what to ask for. The synthetic hormones, which is probably what you were on before, will not address your symptoms nearly as well as bioidenticals, if at all, plus they often cause side effects. The Evamist is, by the way, bioidentical, exactly like your body used to produce. Don't give up. You don't have to feel this way.
I don't believe the Evamist would be causing the change in nipple color...tho I never say never. Since it is absorbed into your bloodstream, it is circulated throughout your body, including your right nipple.
Good luck with your journey to good health,
Sandy
5/24/09 8:52pm
Brenda the same thing happened to me and the doctors said they'd never seen this before. Th specialist also said the coloring would not reverse itself. Ginny
Important:
We hope you find this general health information helpful. Please note however, that this Q&A is meant to support not replace the professional medical advice you receive from your doctor. No information in the Answers above is intended to diagnose or treat any condition. The views expressed in the Answers above belong to the individuals who posted them and do not necessarily reflect the views of Remedy Health Media. Remedy Health Media does not review or edit content posted by our community members, but reserves the right to remove any material it deems inappropriate.
By brenda— Last Modified: 12/24/10, First Published: 01/15/09
Featuring Content From:
By using this service, you accept our Terms of Use. Please read them. The consumer health information on is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment for any medical conditions. You should promptly seek professional medical care if you have any concern about your health, and you should always consult your physician before starting a fitness regimen. Copyright © 2012 Remedy Health Media, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
Hi Sandy~
I am a 36 year old mom of three(ages6,5,3). I had to have a full hyst in January b/c of severe endometriosis - three weeks later, they had to take my gall bladder out. I have been struggling ever since. Found a new ob and she gave me evamist - but said I don't need progest anymore. I ordered a bio progest cream but have been afraid to use it since the doc said didn't need it anymore. The evamist has helped, but my energy and aches/pains haven't gone away - still not sleeping great - no sex drive at all. My mom has said that I should get off of all hormones b/c I will end up with cancer - but if I don't find a way to feel better soon, I am not certain what I will do! I am exercising, eating healthy, and really am trying to fight back w/ courage. I want to be able to feel good to care for my kiddos - feel as if I am waging a battle of decline. What is your opinion of my "health plan" currently, and do you have any positive health/hormone encouragement for me - haven't gotten a lot of that lately.
Thank you so much for your time~
Lizzie