Today is #WorldMenopauseDay.
#Menopause is a natural stage of a woman's life when monthly menstruation, also known as periods, ends, marking the end of the reproductive years
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Most women experience #menopause between the ages of 45 and 55 years as a natural part of biological ageing, due to the loss of ovarian follicular function and a decline in oestrogen levels bit.ly/3gk5B4U
The menopausal transition can be gradual, usually beginning with changes in the menstrual cycle.

‘Perimenopause’ refers to the period from when these signs are first observed, ending one year after the final menstrual period bit.ly/3gk5B4U
Perimenopause can last several years and can affect physical, emotional, mental and social well-being bit.ly/3gk5B4U
Symptoms associated with #menopause can incl.:
🔥Hot flushes & night sweats
🩸Changes in regularity & flow of menstrual cycle
🥴Vaginal dryness, pain during sexual intercourse, incontinence
🛏️Difficulty sleeping/insomnia
😢Changes in mood, depression & anxiety
Pregnancy is still possible during perimenopause. Contraception is recommended to avoid unintended pregnancy until after 12 consecutive months without menstruation bit.ly/3gk5B4U
It is still possible to acquire sexually transmitted infections through unprotected sexual contact during this period.
The thinning of the vaginal wall after menopause increases the chances of lesions and tears bit.ly/3gk5B4U
Body composition and cardiovascular risk can also be affected.
Women’s advantage over men in terms of cardiovascular disease gradually disappears with the significant decline in oestrogen levels after #menopause bit.ly/3gk5B4U
A variety of non-hormonal and hormonal interventions can help alleviate symptoms of #menopause.

Reach out to a healthcare provider if needed to get guidance on treatment options that are right for you bit.ly/3gk5B4U

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