Gynecology and Women Health

Menopause

The term menopause refers to the end of a woman's menstrual cycle. It's diagnosed after a 12-month period without a menstrual period. Menopause is a common occurrence in women's reproductive systems. The supply of mature eggs in a woman's ovaries diminishes and ovulation becomes irregular. At the same time, the production of estrogen and progesterone decreases. There is a variety of effective therapy available, ranging from lifestyle changes to hormone medication. Women who smoke and are underweight tend to have an earlier menopause, while women who are overweight often have a later menopause.

Symptoms of menopause

• Fatigue
• Depression
• Crankiness
• Headaches
• Muscle and joint aches and pains
• Mood changes
• Vaginal dryness
• Irregular periods
• Racing heart