ElizabethP
Winona is the perfect solution for women 40+ who want to feel like themselves again!
I'm a 41 year old woman. I had a hysterectomy at 32 due to medical complications after the birth of my second child. I haven't felt like myself since that happened. My hormones were off, I gained weight that I couldn't lose, plus a myriad of symptoms that went along with it (hot flashes, night sweats, unspecified anxiety, brain fog, joint pain, hair loss, dry skin, heart palpitations, etc.). I've spent nearly a decade trying to get medical professionals to hear my concerns and help me. I knew I didn't feel right, and I could pinpoint the time at which things all went off kilter. Some doctors helped treat one or two symptoms, but they really weren't getting to the root cause. After I turned 40, it all got worse. I pushed on my PCP to try to help me solve what was wrong. I told her that I was fairly certain it was menopause or peri-menopause. She said since I don't have periods anymore, she wouldn't be able to do anything for me until bloodwork showed that I was truly post-menopausal. Frustrated, I begin to look elsewhere for help. I came across Winona, read reviews, and did some research of my own. Winona is a telehealth service that provides you with doctors that you can reach out to at any time with questions. They specialize in the under-served and under-recognized women that are peri-menopausal - which is the time that is the hardest for us! I completed a questionnaire and was paired with a doctor. The doctor reviewed my information, asked some questions, and recommended treatment. I have been using Winona's bioidentical, plant-based HRT cream (which has a much better long-term safety profile than traditional HRT medications) and DHEA. I've been taking it for almost three months. After the first month, the improvement across the board was noticeable. By the end of the second month, I finally felt like myself for the first time in a decade. I don't like to use the word miracle, but it does feel like a miracle. I've lost weight without any change in diet or exercise. I've stopped having night sweats and hot flashes. My hair and nails look the best they have in years. If you're struggling and you're near or at middle age, take the quiz. There's a strong possibility that peri-menopause has started for you. Just because your periods are regular or you're not quite 40 yet, it doesn't mean you won't benefit. If your PCP isn't being helpful or is only treating symptoms and not the root cause - Winona is the best thing you could do for yourself. The price is reasonable, and frankly to feel this good I would have given much more.
Response from By WinonaOct 25, 2024
Elizabeth, it sounds like you've been through a lot, and it's understandable that you're feeling frustrated with the lack of support you received from some medical professionals. It's incredibly important to have your concerns heard and addressed, especially when it comes to your health. We're glad that you found Winona and that it's been a positive experience for you. We're also happy to hear that you're feeling like yourself again after a decade of struggling with symptoms. It's inspiring to hear about your journey and how you've found a solution with Winona! We are honored to be on this journey with you! Thank you for taking the time to share your story with others! It will surely help others who may be in a similar situation! :)