Overview
Menopause is the process through which a woman ceases to be fertile or menstruate. It is a normal part of life and is not considered a disease or a condition. Symptoms may occur years before a woman’s final period. Some women may experience symptoms for months or years afterward. The average age for menopause is 48 years in India.
Despite being a natural process in the body of any woman, menopause can cause drastic changes that trigger severe symptoms.
Facts on Menopause
- Menopause marks the end of a woman’s fertility
- Symptoms of menopause include night sweats, hot flashes, mood fluctuations, and cognitive changes
- A reduction in estrogen levels can lead to the symptoms of menopause
There are a number of medical treatments and home remedies that can help with symptoms, including hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and self-management techniques.
Signs and Symptoms
While menopause is not a disease or disorder, it does trigger some profound changes in a woman’s body. A diagnosis of menopause is confirmed when a woman has not had a menstrual period for one year. However, the symptoms of menopause generally appear before the end of that one-year period. Some of the signs and symptoms of menopause include:-
Irregular periods
Changes to the menstrual pattern are the first noticeable symptoms of menopause. Some women may experience a period every 2 to 3 weeks. Others will not menstruate for months at a time.
Lower fertility
Perimenopause is the 3-to-5-year period before menopause. During the perimenopausal stage, a woman’s estrogen levels will drop significantly. This reduces her chances of becoming pregnant.
Vaginal dryness
Dryness, itching, and discomfort of the vagina tend to occur during perimenopause. As a result, some women may experience dyspareunia, or pain during sex. Women experience this pain due to lowering estrogen levels. These lower levels cause vaginal atrophy.
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