The menopause can be a time of great change in a women’s life.  The peri-menopause can bring with it a whole raft of different symptoms such as hot flushes, low mood and night sweats, all of which can be quite debilitating to deal with for some women.

Luckily there is a lot that can be done to manage these issues and get you back on track.  At Doctor360 menopause management involves taking a thorough history, examination and discussion about the various different options available to manage this phase of life including both lifestyle and menopausal hormone therapy (MHT).

How do I tell if I'm going through menopause?

Menopause occurs when a woman hasn’t menstruated in 12 consecutive months and can no longer become pregnant naturally. It usually begins between the ages of 45 and 55, but can develop before or after this age range.

There are many different signs that have linked to the peri-menopause, which are caused by fluctuating hormone levels (particularly oestrogen):

1. Hot flushes
2. Night sweats
3. Irregular periods
4. Mood swings
5. Vaginal dryness
6. Decreased libido
7. Headaches
8. Breast soreness
9. Burning mouth
10. Joint pain
11. Digestive problems
12. Electric shocks
13. Muscle tension
14. Gum problems
15. Tingling
16. Itchy skin
17. Fatigue
18. Disrupted sleep
19. Hair loss
20. Memory lapses
21. Poor concentration
22. Anxiety
23. Weight gain
24. Dizzy spells
25. Bloating
26. Stress incontinence
27. Brittle nails
28. Allergies
29. Irregular heartbeat
30. Body odour
31. Irritability
32. Depression
33. Panic disorder
34. Osteoporosis

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