Wednesday, April 4, 2012

COMMON AILMENTS A-Z


MENOPAUSE
Menopause is the gradual cessation of the menstrual cycle when
the ovaries stop secreting the hormones estrogen and progesterone. 

Prior to menopause the menstrual flow is delayed, scanty or excessive. 

There is in addition distubing physical and
emotional changes, associated with the change in hormone levels.

Symptoms
Some of the unpleasant symptoms of menopause are
* Weight gain,
* Hot flushes
* Night sweats
* Nausea
* Dizziness
* Headache
* Palpitation
* Fatigue
* Mood swings, and
* Vaginal dryness

Treatment
Hormone replacement therapy(HRT) is a treatment that some women opt
For, this should be started in consultation with your gynecologist .
Relief from symptoms, hot flushes and mood change, palpitation can always be achieved.
The long-term effects are relief form osteoporosis and risk of heart disease.

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