Treating Menopause
What is Menopause?
Menopause is a natural biological process that marks the end of a woman's menstrual cycles and reproductive years. It is diagnosed after 12 consecutive months without a menstrual period and typically occurs in women between the ages of 45 and 55. Menopause involves significant hormonal changes that can lead to various physical and emotional symptoms.
Phases of Menopause
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Perimenopause
The transitional period leading up to menopause, where hormone levels (estrogen and progesterone) begin to fluctuate. Symptoms can start years before the final menstrual period.
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Menopause
The point in time when a woman has not had a menstrual period for 12 consecutive months.
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Postmenopause
The years following menopause, during which symptoms like hot flashes may ease for many women, but health risks related to lower estrogen levels increase.
Common Symptoms of Menopause
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Irregular Periods: Menstrual cycles become less predictable in the perimenopausal phase, with changes in flow and frequency.
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Hot Flashes and Night Sweats: Sudden feelings of warmth, often intense, and accompanied by sweating and reddening of the skin.
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Vaginal Dryness and Discomfort: Decreased estrogen can lead to thinning and drying of the vaginal tissues, causing discomfort during intercourse.
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Sleep Disturbances: Insomnia and night sweats can disrupt sleep.
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Mood Changes: Increased risk of mood swings, irritability, depression, and anxiety.
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Cognitive Changes: Difficulty concentrating and memory lapses, often referred to as "brain fog."
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Physical Changes: Weight gain, particularly around the abdomen, and changes in skin elasticity and hair growth.
How We Treat Symptoms of Menopause
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