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Penny Lancaster 'crying out for help' as she makes painful health admission

Penny Lancaster 'crying out for help' as she makes painful health admission

# Penny Lancaster Opens Up About Painful Health Struggles

## The Model and TV Personality Discusses Her Menopausal Symptoms

Penny Lancaster has bravely shared her struggles with health issues, revealing that she has experienced overwhelming physical and emotional pain. During her recent candid reflection, she described moments of being "left on the floor in a ball of sweat and tears," highlighting the severity of her health battle.

Lancaster, who is married to music legend Rod Stewart, explained her initial belief that she was suffering from depression. "I thought I was depressed," she stated, underscoring her journey toward understanding the true nature of her struggles. The lack of information about menopause contributed to her distress, as she admitted, "I hadn't had any knowledge on what menopause was."

The impact of these health issues extended to her personal life, with her husband expressing concern for her well-being. "I used to lie in a hammock in the chicken area and hide, like I cocooned myself up and just wanted to shut myself off from everyone," she recounted. Lancaster's story sheds light on the importance of awareness and understanding regarding menopausal symptoms and their effects on women's lives.