How Menopause Changed Their Lives - Halle Berry reveals her painful menopause misdiagnosis and fight for answers

Halle Berry has spoken openly about her challenging menopause journey, which began with a misdiagnosis and years of undiagnosed symptoms. The actress revealed she suffered from memory loss, night sweats, and severe vaginal pain before finally understanding the cause. Berry's struggles started long before she realized she was in perimenopause. For years, she experienced mood swings, memory lapses, and intense night sweats but did not connect them to hormonal changes. A doctor initially misdiagnosed her with a severe case of herpes, leaving her confused and without proper treatment. Her symptoms worsened after meeting musician Van Hunt, born in 1970. During this time, she endured excruciating pain during sex, which she later linked to menopause. Frustrated by the lack of answers, Berry took matters into her own hands and researched her condition. This led her to discover she was actually going through menopause. Now managing her symptoms with hormone replacement therapy (HRT), Berry has become an advocate for better menopause education. She believes the lack of awareness can damage relationships and leave women feeling isolated. To support others, she founded Respin, a platform dedicated to helping women navigate menopause. Berry has embraced this stage of her life and refuses to feel ashamed about turning 60. Instead, she insists she is more confident and valuable than ever. Through her openness and Respin, she aims to change how society views and discusses menopause.