Quote: my wife has very low hormones now but will not consider hrt as she feels this is dangerous.
Monk: I also passed on HRT as the potential dangers were just too scary. However, with my doctor's approval and supervision, I went through this part of my life with natural (herbal/vitamin) remedies. Had zero side effects and it worked wonderfully for me. Has your wife discussed this with her doctor? There *are* ways besides HRT.
Quote: I like you feel extremely isolated as a result of the situation. I really don't know if there is anything you can do to overcome this despair.
I am/was the HD part of our marriage, my hubby was the LD. I experienced all the side effects of what this can do to the HD spouse. Finally ended up seeing my doctor as my depression was getting worse. I've been on Lexapro for a bit over a month now. I feel a lot better with one major bummer: my sex drive is gone. I don't turn hubby away if he initiates & some times I can get into it, but what a hugely ironic turn of events. I see my doctor later this morning and we will discuss this again.
Good luck and keep us posted on your sitch. Barbara
I don't turn hubby away if he initiates & some times I can get into it, but what a hugely ironic turn of events. I see my doctor later this morning and we will discuss this again. 