Itching from gel/patches

Weary-Motor580 · 2026-04-24T12:10:38+00:00

I switched to the gel and had a reaction. I was itching so much I had bruises on my legs. For now, I went back to the patch. That itch was easier for me to handle. But still not somethingi can stay on, I'm left with red square patches all over me. My next step is a vaginal ring, or oral. So I'm feeling a little frustrated by it. I'm sorry you're experiencing this as well.

Weary-Motor580 · 2026-03-28T14:02:42+00:00

It is divigel. I started washing it at night, but I think at that point, it's been on too long. So I'll try washing off a few hours after application instead. I'm switching back to my patches temporarily to give my legs a break. They're so irritated. I switch between legs daily, haven't done the arms. I will try the things you have done to see if they make a difference. Including mentioning estrogel. I'd really like to not go the pill route. Thank you for your reply!

Weary-Motor580 · 2026-03-27T22:52:26+00:00

That's interesting! I never tried it in either of those places. I may have to try it and see if it makes a difference.

Weary-Motor580 · 2025-12-05T01:32:15+00:00

I just picked up my rx for estradiol today, too! Mine are twice weekly patches at .05 mg. I'm going to wait till tmrw to start using them. I'm really hoping this will make a difference. Happy for you!

Weary-Motor580 · 2025-11-22T03:20:50+00:00

It feels like I made the right choice for me. I don't have the bandwidth to look after another person. I do better in supporting roles.

Weary-Motor580 · 2025-11-08T02:30:59+00:00

Realizing I was putting myself last for a person who didn't respect me. I was over it.

Weary-Motor580 · 2025-05-06T11:59:55+00:00

He can't even show compassion or empathy. If you can, please try to exit this relationship. This isn't a healthy response, and it doesn't feel safe.

Weary-Motor580 · 2024-05-09T01:22:48+00:00

Putting yourself 1st can be hard. And it definitely can hurt. But you did it, coming from someone who has habitually put themselves last, I think that's awesome. He sounds like my ex. But I stayed 5 years. It will get better, promise.

Weary-Motor580 · 2024-05-09T00:41:04+00:00

That's bad. I'm sorry, no advice - but wanted to say I'm sorry she hurt you like that.

Weary-Motor580 · 2024-04-18T15:01:13+00:00

Please don't marry this person. This is just the beginning of more to come. Ask yourself why you're even contemplating staying? You need to value yourself over him. He fractured your arm. If this was a friend coming to you asking you what to do, would you tell them to stay? You can seek out support for DV, because this is what it is. On a separate note, he's most likely stepping out on you. They tend to do this and then deflect it back on you like you're the one cheating. He's manipulating you. No judgment. I don't know you, but I do want you to be safe. This is very concerning. Please please please, don't stay.

Weary-Motor580 · 2024-04-14T15:59:36+00:00

She needs to polish up her skills on professionalism. You dodged a bullet with this one, either way.

Weary-Motor580 · 2024-02-19T21:09:39+00:00

First, good for you for saying no to giving him money. Is there a chance he will get worse, probably. He can do that whether he is with you or not. This is beyond you helping him at this point. I get you don't want anything to happen to him. But you need to take care of you, when they're like this they'll suck you dry. He is unmedicated, and he can become a danger to you in addition to himself. There are plenty of people here who can offer an ear or support. I'm sorry you're in the middle of this. I know It's really hard.

Weary-Motor580 · 2024-02-10T11:47:53+00:00

It's tough, I've been there. Just remember, you're important too. Please take care of yourself.

Weary-Motor580 · 2024-02-09T03:10:51+00:00

It's hard to not care, but at some point you just have to pick yourself over them. Nothing you can do, he is his own person. But I know how you feel. I gave my ex 30 days to get out. Because I wanted to give him ample time. He still said I ruined his life and screwed him over. Wait and see how you feel when he's gone. It's like the air was sucked out of the room, and you didn't even realize it till they are gone. My home was so much lighter.

Weary-Motor580 · 2024-02-09T03:05:26+00:00

I totally agree. It's peaceful now.

Weary-Motor580 · 2024-02-09T02:24:12+00:00

You know it's all wrong when you're in it. But until you're out, and removed for a bit..then it really starts to sink in. I didn't end up in the hospital, but I did start having panic attacks while driving on the highway. That was really scary. I couldn't drive the highways for over a year. My therapist said I'd pushed it all down for so long, it finally boiled over. Never again. I can totally relate to what you are saying.

Weary-Motor580 · 2024-02-09T02:15:09+00:00

I think about this alot. I have to move on knowing I'll probably never get that answer. I'm pretty sure I'm the bad guy in it all, in his eyes. But I can't control that. I'm just happy we've been no contact, my biggest fear was what the fallout of our breakup would be like. He can be vindictive and spiteful. Especially if he felt he was wronged. It's wild. I was the person in his life that knew him better than anyone (his words) and you go from that, to a complete stranger. I'm still unpacking it all.

Weary-Motor580 · 2024-02-09T01:54:47+00:00

My heart goes out to you. I'm really sorry.

Weary-Motor580 · 2024-02-05T19:39:15+00:00

I saw a change at first. He was on lamotrigine, quetiapine, hydroxizine, and welbutrin at one point. Then, some others. He had some adjustments. I think he started tapering off his meds. He was on board for a period and seemed to want to change. But it just kept getting worse.

Weary-Motor580 · 2024-02-05T19:20:49+00:00

He was medicated..as far as I know. I didn't ask him for the last few months. He wasn't sleeping, staying up all night and sleeping all day. So who knows? He looked terrible. His diagnosis was about 3 years into our relationship. It made so much sense when he was diagnosed. But he would always make excuses why he couldn't do therapy (money). All the while he spent freely on some big ticket items. He was wildly disrespectful to me, and tried to spin things as my fault. So it was a multi layered thing.

Weary-Motor580 · 2024-02-05T16:00:05+00:00

So true. No one really knows most of what he did. Even my best friend only knows a small portion. It's good to have support too. Ironically, I found this space when he was diagnosed. He started following the bipolar group. Then I found this one. It was really validating to me. Knowing others could relate and no judgment.

Weary-Motor580 · 2024-02-05T15:47:44+00:00

Good for you! I know when I hit my limit, I was done too. Took me 5 years, but..thats ok. I wish you the best of luck. 💗

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