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I can relate to your reader who’s going through the menopause (Dear Coleen, Feb 22). I went through it a few years ago after having a hysterectomy for medical reasons, and did nothing about my symptoms for several years. HRT really can ease things, but there are also plenty of other therapies.

I’d urge her to look online where she’ll find a big support community. When she realises she’s not alone, and that other people understand, it will be a huge weight lifted.

VB, via email