Menopause
Menopause is the stage of life that follows the end of the menstrual cycles. Each person may experience menopause differently.
Menopause is not a health problem but a natural transition. However, it can involve unwanted physical and mental changes.
Lifestyle Tips
Tips for managing the challenges of menopause include:
- Getting regular exercise
- Practicing relaxation and deep breathing exercises
- Having a healthful diet with fresh fruits, vegetables, and whole grains
- Quitting smoking and avoiding secondhand smoke
- Limiting the intake of alcohol
- Seeking counseling for anxiety, mood changes, and relationship concerns
- Establishing good sleeping habits and getting plenty of rest
- Doing Kegel exercises to strengthen the pelvic floor
- Talking to friends and family about the experience of menopause
- Exploring new ways of enjoying intimacy with a partner
- Joining a club, volunteering, or taking up a new hobby
Post Menopause
After menopause, you will no longer be able to get pregnant and you will no longer get a period. If you have any type of vaginal bleeding after menopause,
you should see a doctor as soon as possible. Vaginal bleeding after menopause is not normal and can mean that you have a serious health problem.
You may experience any of the following after menopause:
- Low hormone levels: With menopause, your ovaries make very little estrogen and progesterone. This can increase your risk for
osteoporosis, heart disease, and stroke.
- Menopause symptoms instead of period problems: After menopause, most women get relief from period problems, but
symptoms like hot flashes may continue. Some studies show they can last up to 14 years post-menopause.
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