Menopause
Menopause is the time period when a very important cycle in the life of every woman closes, the cycle of fertility.
What is Menopause?
A woman reaches menopause when 12 months have passed since her last period, at which point the ovaries do not produce any eggs.
This is a normal development of the reproductive cycle, which every woman will experience in a different way.
When Does Menopause Begin?
Menopause does not occur suddenly.
Perimenopause is preceded by a period of transition, which can last several years.
It is also a normal process, which stops where menopause begins.
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Symptoms
The first symptom of perimenopause is irregular periods.
At the same time, perimenopause and menopause also present:
- Hot flashes
- Vagina dryness
- Heavier or lighter in blood flow periods
- Frequent urination
- Mood changes
- Decreased sexual desire
- Sleeping Problems
- Palpitations
- Musculoskeletal chest and back pains
- Headaches and migraines
- Changes in body shape and weight gain
- Recurrent urinary tract infections
The above symptoms can appear several years before menopause, while some of them, such as vaginal dryness, can continue even after it.
However, the changes of menopause do not affect all women in the same way.
Some have mild symptoms, others have severe symptoms and others are asymptomatic.
Early Menopause
Some women may go through menopause earlier than others.
Factors that lead to menopause at a younger age are:
- Smoking
- The family history
- Chemotherapy
- Surgical procedures, such as hysterectomy
Diagnosis
The gynecologist will diagnose whether you are in the perimenopause stage, taking into account many factors such as:
- The age
- The medical history
- The symptoms and changes every woman faces.
He may also ask for lab tests or ultrasounds to rule out other possible problems.
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Treatment
Facemed Clinic's experienced gynecologist is here to listen to women's concerns, help them understand what is happening to them, assess their symptoms and suggest the right treatment for each individual case, such as:
- Lifestyle changes with a healthy diet, weight loss diet and regular exercise.
- Hormonal restoration treatment if symptoms are severe.
- Estrogen therapy.
- Non-hormonal treatments, such as antidepressants for anxiety or depression.
Lifestyle change
You can manage perimenopause symptoms in simple ways such as:
- Following a healthy diet with lots of fruits, vegetables, lean proteins and whole grains.
- Regular exercise and activity. Prefer exercises with weights.
- Stop smoking.
- Limiting alcohol and caffeine.
- Losing weight if necessary. Weight loss relieves hot flashes and sweats.
- Improving sleep quality by avoiding screens and relaxing before bed.
- Trying to manage stress.
Vulnerable Women
With menopause and the decline in estrogen, women's bones become more fragile and osteoporosis can appear.
Discuss this with your gynecologist so that they can recommend a multivitamin, calcium supplement, or vitamin D.
Finally, menopausal women are at greater risk for cardiovascular problems, so they must pay special attention to prevention.
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