I'm 48 years old and I had a full hysterectomy 6 weeks ago. I'm not on HRT. Recently my skin has became very itchy and I've started getting thrush as well.

A hysterectomy operation puts tremendous strain on the body and this can affect the nervous and immune system leading to symptoms such as rashes and infections.

In this situation it is very important to do supportive work for the adrenals such as taking a high strength multi-vitamin with extra magnesium.

Liquorice tea can be helpful as well. I would also suggest acupuncture as it can be very effective for adrenal stress.

Studies have shown that daily relaxation can reduce symptoms quickly so make 30 minutes of relaxation a day a priority.

Check your diet too - avoid caffeine, and high salt and sugar foods as these can all trigger the adrenals contributing to symptoms.

Eileen Durward