Menopause – thirdAGE

Hormones and Hypertension

Women ages 45 years and older taking estrogen hormone therapy in pill form were more likely to develop high blood pressure than those using transdermal (topical, applied to the skin) or vaginal formulations, according to new research published today in June 2023 in Hypertension, a peer-reviewed American Heart Association journal. A woman’s body produces less… Continue reading Hormones and Hypertension

A pragmatic approach to the management of menopause

KEY POINTS Menopausal symptoms can occur for as long as 10 years before the last menstrual period and are associated with substantial morbidity and negative impacts on quality of life. Menopausal hormone therapy is indicated as first-line treatment of vasomotor symptoms, and is a safe treatment option for patients with no contraindications. Though less effective,… Continue reading A pragmatic approach to the management of menopause

5 Signs That You’re Entering Menopause

Menopause is a natural part of aging for women, but there is no predictable pattern or timeline for the symptoms, doctors say. While hot flashes, irritability and weight gain are generally well known, symptoms like anxiety, hair loss, and incontinence can catch a woman by surprise and cause concern, even though they’re normal. Many myths… Continue reading 5 Signs That You’re Entering Menopause

Is Hormone Therapy Safe for You?

Who doesn’t want to look and feel younger? A flock of anti-aging products and medical clinics cater to this desire, but health experts caution that pursuing the so-called fountain of youth without being properly informed can be hazardous to your health. Determining fact from fiction can be a challenge in today’s sea of contradictory Internet… Continue reading Is Hormone Therapy Safe for You?

Hormone Therapy and Cognitive Impairment

It’s well known that hormones can affect everything that goes on in a woman’s body, from sexual libido to weight gain and overall mood. Now, though, a new study shows that in the right combination, they may also help with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) in post-menopausal women. The study was published in Menopause, the journal… Continue reading Hormone Therapy and Cognitive Impairment

Menopause and Weight Loss

Editor’s note: If, like so many women, you’re confronting the issue of weight gain and menopause, here’s some advice from Dr. Deena Solomon, a Santa Monica-based weight management expert and the author of Immaculate Consumption: The Path to Lifelong Weight Management: Develop Patience: Neutralize your mindset by reframing menopausal types of experiences. Being informed about… Continue reading Menopause and Weight Loss

Depression and Menopause

Experts from the London Women’s Centre tell you how to handle the depression that too often occurs with menopause: Women are particularly vulnerable during menopause, as they tend to experience huge hormonal changes, often significantly affecting moods. During menopause, women are four times more likely to suffer from depression than those under the age of… Continue reading Depression and Menopause

Vaginal Atrophy: How to Reduce Vaginal Dryness after the Menopause

By Dr Demetri C Panayi and Dr Pandelis Athanasias of the London Women’s Centre Vaginal atrophy (also known as atrophic vaginitis or vulvo-vaginal atrophy) is a condition that affects many women, particularly following the menopause. When a woman experiences the joys of the menopause, she typically produces less oestrogen and this often results in vaginal atrophy,… Continue reading Vaginal Atrophy: How to Reduce Vaginal Dryness after the Menopause

Better Sleep During and After Menopause Can Lead to Better Sex

Sleep disturbance is common for many women during menopause, which can lower the odds of sexual satisfaction. That is the finding of a study published February 1st 2017 in Menopause, the journal of The North American Menopause Society (NAMS). A release from NAMS explains that according to data analyzed for 93,668 women aged 50 to… Continue reading Better Sleep During and After Menopause Can Lead to Better Sex

Decline in Sexual Function During the Menopause Transition

Although most medical professionals (and their patients) agree that sexual function declines with age, there remains debate about the contribution of menopause to sexual activity and functioning. A November 2016 study using data from the Study of Women’s Health (SWAN), however, provides a more detailed timetable of sexual decline over the menopause transition. The study… Continue reading Decline in Sexual Function During the Menopause Transition

Hot Flashes May Have A Genetic Link

Are hot flashes, the universal symbol of menopause, linked to genetics? A team of UCLA-led researchers may have found a clue in a first-of-its kind study: gene variants that affect a receptor in the brain that regulates estrogen release and is present across all ethnicities. It appears that women who have these variants are more… Continue reading Hot Flashes May Have A Genetic Link

An Earlier Menopause May Mean Longer-Lasting Symptoms

The earlier the onset of menopause, the longer a woman may experience symptoms, a new study shows. Researchers from the University of Michigan School of Public Health and Medical School found that women who are younger than 45 when they first notice changes in their monthly cycles and other symptoms can have a longer menopausal… Continue reading An Earlier Menopause May Mean Longer-Lasting Symptoms

Menopause and Hair Loss

After menopause, about 40 percent of women experience hair thinning, which is almost the same rate as men. September is Menopause Awareness Month, so her a re some key facts about how hormonal changes can cause hair loss and thinning and what women can do to treat it. Hair loss around menopause is common due to changes in hormone levels and activity, but it cannot… Continue reading Menopause and Hair Loss

Why Are Women Less Active after Menopause?

As women enter menopause, their levels of physical activity decrease; now, scientists are beginning to understand why. Researchers from the University of Missouri have found a connection between lack of ovarian hormones and changes in the brain’s pleasure center, a hotspot in the brain that processes and reinforces messages related to reward, pleasure, activity and… Continue reading Why Are Women Less Active after Menopause?

The Latest News about HRT and Your Memory

Contrary to popular belief, taking estrogen after menopause may not affect the memory and thinking abilities of healthy women no matter when the treatment is started, according to research is published in the July 20th, 2016 online issue of Neurology, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology. The recent study is among the… Continue reading The Latest News about HRT and Your Memory

Sleeplessness and Aging

Insomnia, which often accompanies menopause, has a clear association with age acceleration, according to UCLA researchers. The investigators also said that menopause increases biological aging. The dual findings suggest both factors could increase women’s risk for aging-related diseases and earlier death. The two studies, published in separate journals, contribute to increasing evidence of the biological… Continue reading Sleeplessness and Aging

Staying Healthy After Menopause

Staying healthy after menopause may mean making some changes in the way you live, according to the experts at the National Institute on Aging (NIA). Here, the NIA offers some tips for navigating menopause and keeping healthy: Don’t smoke. If you do use any type of tobacco, stop—it’s never too late to benefit from quitting… Continue reading Staying Healthy After Menopause

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