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"Perimenopause Symptoms"

About: Raigmore Hospital / Sexual and Reproductive Health service

(as a service user),

I have been struggling with several symptoms for the last 2 years. As I’m now in my 50s I suspected I was in perimenopause but having had a hysterectomy I was unsure as to what stage this was at.

My GP recommended I speak with a menopause specialist as I have several underlying conditions which meant not all HRT options were safe for me.

I was lucky enough to be referred to Dr Lata, a menopause specialist at the Highland Sexual Health Clinic. 

I cannot recommend this service & Dr Lata enough. 

She recommended a low does of topical oestrogen & monitored my progress with follow up calls. It has made a huge difference to my perimenopause symptoms particularly the anxiety, mood swings & hot flushes.

I feel back to my calm, rational self again & am so grateful my GP referred me to this service. 

I’d highly recommend the Highland Sexual Health team, particularly to those suffering menopause symptoms who have complex health conditions. 
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Response from Kimberley MacInnes, Lead Nurse/Service Manager, Highland Sexual Health, NHS Highland 2 months ago
Kimberley MacInnes
Lead Nurse/Service Manager, Highland Sexual Health,
NHS Highland

I manage the sexual health service in North Highland, I am also the Lead Nurse for the service.

Submitted on 22/08/2025 at 11:53
Published on Care Opinion at 11:53


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Dear Heilandgirl,

Thank you for taking the time to post your feedback following attending our service, and in particular your kind words about Dr Lata, I will ensure that this is shared with our team. I am delighted to read that you would recommend our service as the staff working within our team work hard to provide the best care possible to those accessing the service, once again, thank you.

Yours Sincerely

Kimberley MacInnes

Service Manager/Lead Nurse

Highland Sexual Health

NHS Highland.

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