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

Menopause Symptoms Reduced With Nanotechnology

Nearly nine out of 10 premenopausal and postmenopausal women in the United States experience hot flashes, night sweats or other disturbances in mood and sleep. Until now, there haven’t been many safe and effective therapies available to manage these symptoms. However, in a pilot study conducted at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center in Winston-Salem, North… Continue reading Menopause Symptoms Reduced With Nanotechnology