Sue is a women living with MS. In this series of videos, developed as part of a Women's Health resource, Sue shares her experience of menopause and how this can be impacted when living with a diagnosis of MS.
In this video, Sue discusses how prepared she felt for menopause.
Sue shares her experience of the challenges in being able to distinguishing MS symptoms from that of menopause, and where to get support.
Sue shares her experience of what helped her to navigate menopause, the symptoms she experienced and what supports she found helpful for her situation.
Women's Health Resource
This video series is part of a comprehensive Women’s Health Resource designed for women living with MS, addressing key topics such as family planning & pregnancy, and menopause. This project was developed in collaboration with women living with MS.
To explore the full resource, visit our webpage on Supporting Women's Health.
The experiences shared in this video are based on Sue's personal journey with multiple sclerosis and menopause. Always consult with your own neurologist, gynaecologist, or healthcare provider to receive personalised advice and guidance tailored to your specific situation.
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