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.
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.
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.
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.
As discussed in this eMedTV segment, acupuncture and herbal supplements (such as red clover) are some of the things women try when seeking natural menopause relief. This article also looks at the use of dietary soy for menopause relief.
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.
Natural hormone replacement therapy may involve phytoestrogens and bioidentical products. However, as this eMedTV article explains, the effectiveness of these and other such "natural" therapies has not yet been proven.
Temporary menopause may be the result of cancer treatment, ovarian failure, or certain medications. This eMedTV Web page explains how medications can lower the amount of hormones in the body, leading to temporary 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.
The post menopause period of a woman's life begins when she has not had her period for 12 straight months. This eMedTV Web page provides tips for staying healthy post menopause and discusses health concerns such as bone loss and heart disease.
The average age of menopause today is 51, which is an increase from where it was 100 years ago. This page of the eMedTV Web site provides an overview of the average age of menopause -- both then and now.
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