Menopause

Every female menopause experience is different and symptoms often are serious in some women when it happens suddenly or over a shorter period. There are conditions which lead to affecting the ovaries health such as cancer, and hysterectomy.

The early symptoms of menopause are:

• Unexplained weight gain
• Depression and anxiety
• Insomnia
• Vaginal dryness
• Memory issues
• Declined libido or sexual drive
• Frequent urination
• Sore and tender breasts
• Difficulty in concentration
• Headaches
• Heart palpitations
• Urinary tract infections
• Reduced bone mass
• Hair thinning
• Painful joints
• Increased hair growth on face, neck, chest, and upper back

This condition occurs due to different conditions and hence becomes the cause of menopause. It includes:

• Oophorectomy (surgery used for removing the ovaries)
• Reduced reproductive hormones naturally
• Primary ovarian insufficien
• Chemotherapy and radiation therapy

If menopause is left untreated, then it can cause various complications which include:

• Vulvovaginal atrophy
• Slow metabolic functions
• Cataracts
• Sudden emotional changes
• Heart or blood vessel disease
• Urinary incontinence
• Osteoporosis
• Dyspareunia

Symptoms of menopause are sufficient to let a female know that she has entered the menopausal transition. If any female has concerns about irregular periods or hot flashes, it is important to consult the doctor. In certain cases, there may be a need for evaluation.

Usually, there are no tests for menopause diagnosis, however, in some cases, doctors might order tests to assess the level of follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), estrogen, and thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH).

If the symptoms are severe for a female and affect her daily life, there may be a need for menopause treatment. One of the best treatment options is hormonal therapy for females under the age of 60 or within ten years of the onset of menopause. It helps in reducing signs like:

• Vaginal atrophy
• Night sweats
• Hot flashes
• Osteoporosis
• Flushing

There are medications as well recommended by the doctor to treat menopausal symptoms such as vaginal dryness and hair loss. Here are some medications used:

• Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) are used for anxiety, depression, and hot flashes
• Low-dose estrogen-based vaginal lubricants are recommended in the form of tablets, rings, or cream
• Ospemifene is for painful sexual intercourse and vaginal dryness
• Sleep medications are given to treat insomnia

Rukmani Birla Hospital in Jaipur is well-equipped with latest and modern clinical services offering exceptional patient care. We have incorporated a team of highly qualified and experienced professionals in our hospital. They ensure diagnosing of the condition and analysing it so that the right treatment is offered to the patient. If you are experiencing menopause symptoms, then make sure to consult our top gynaecologists. You will find the best treatment under the supervision of our experts.