Menopause Articles

Browse eMedTV's wide range of articles related to menopause including topics such as black cohosh side effects, menopause relief, and premature menopause. Use the search box at the top-right corner of the page to find information about other health topics.

Descriptions of Featured Menopause Articles

Menopause

Menopause is the time in a woman's life when her periods naturally no longer occur. This eMedTV article offers an overview of menopause, including information about menopausal symptoms, early menopause, and the average age at which menopause occurs.

Hot Flashes

Hot flashes are sudden feelings of heat that most often affect the upper part of the body. This eMedTV segment describes hot flashes in detail and provides suggestions for dealing with these episodes, which are often associated with menopause.

Menopause Symptoms

Aside from changes in a woman's period, menopause symptoms may include hot flashes and vaginal dryness. This eMedTV article discusses the symptoms associated with menopause, such as mood changes, urinary problems, and night sweats.

Hormone Replacement Therapy

Hormone replacement therapy may be used to treat menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes and thin bones. This eMedTV article discusses the benefits, risks, and side effects associated with taking hormone replacement therapy.

Black Cohosh

Black cohosh is an herbal supplement that may help treat symptoms of menopause. This article on the eMedTV Web site provides an overview of black cohosh, including information on how it may work, possible side effects, and general precautions.

Symptoms of Menopause

Possible symptoms of menopause include changes in your period, vaginal dryness, and hot flashes. This eMedTV Web page describes several of the potential symptoms of menopause in detail, including body changes and mood problems that may occur.

Premarin

Premarin may be used for several purposes, such as treating menopause symptoms and preventing osteoporosis. This eMedTV Web page offers an overview of Premarin, including information on how it works, possible side effects, and dosing tips.

Pregnenolone

Pregnenolone is a hormone that supposedly helps with several conditions, such as depression and menopause. This eMedTV page offers an overview of pregnenolone, including information on its uses, safety, effectiveness, and possible side effects.

Menopause Relief

In the case of menopause, relief of symptoms may involve exercising, getting enough rest, and medication. This eMedTV article offers suggestions for relief of common symptoms associated with menopause, such as hot flashes and vaginal dryness.

Signs of Menopause

Other than changes in your period, signs of menopause may include hot flashes and night sweats. This eMedTV resource provides a detailed look at the signs of menopause, such as vaginal dryness, urinary problems, and thinning hair.

Red Clover

Red clover is an herbal product that is claimed to relieve menopause symptoms. This selection from the eMedTV Web site provides an overview of red clover, including information on its effectiveness, possible side effects, and safety concerns.

Menopause Treatment

Menopause treatment may include coping strategies (such as eating right) and hormone replacement therapy. This eMedTV resource discusses treatments for menopause (including natural remedies) and contains links to additional information.

Vagifem

Vagifem is a prescription estrogen medication that helps relieve vaginal problems due to menopause. This eMedTV article takes a closer look at Vagifem, including information on how it works, potential side effects, general precautions, and more.

Prempro

Prempro is a prescribed drug that may alleviate certain symptoms and conditions associated with menopause. This eMedTV article provides an overview of Prempro, including information on how it works, possible side effects, and general precautions.

Estrace

Estrace is a prescription drug that helps relieve various symptoms and conditions of menopause. This eMedTV page offers an overview of Estrace, including information on how it works to increase estrogen levels, potential side effects, and dosing tips.

Black Cohosh Side Effects

Headaches, weight gain, and an upset stomach are among the possible black cohosh side effects. This eMedTV resource describes other side effects that may occur with black cohosh, including those that may need immediate medical attention.

Premature Menopause

Premature menopause is defined as menopause that occurs before age 40. This section of the eMedTV Web site discusses possible causes of premature menopause and describes blood tests that may be used in its diagnosis.

Premature Menopause Symptoms

As discussed in this eMedTV segment, premature menopause symptoms are the same as menopause symptoms in general: hot flashes, night sweats, and mood changes. This article describes symptoms of premature menopause and tests used to diagnose it.

Activella

Activella is a hormone replacement therapy medication available by prescription. This eMedTV article explains what Activella is used for, offers dosing information for the drug, and lists potential side effects that may occur during treatment.