I’ve had bipolar disorder for as long as I can remember. But only recently did I start experiencing the symptoms of menopause, early menopause, in fact.
I’m learning how to manage the two together, and let me tell you, it isn’t easy. Bipolar is an illness that makes it harder to tolerate stress.
And also, stress can bring on the symptoms of bipolar disorder. It’s such a conundrum. Being menopausal is a stressful situation.
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