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What are the signs of menopause?
How does conventional western medicine define
menopause, and perimenopause? What are the symptoms of menopause?
Menopause is the cessation of ovarian function which results
in the loss of monthly menstruation. A woman is not considered
post menopausal until 12 full months have passed since her last
menstrual flow.
Perimenopause is the time between the last regular menstruation
and menopause. This period is marked by irregular menstruation
with decreased frequency, quantity and duration of flow. It usually
lasts between 2-7 years.
An estimated 75-98% women develop menopausal symptoms (hypoestrogenism).
Up to 25% of women develop symptoms that are disruptive enough
to require medical assistance.
Symptoms associated with menopause:
- irregular menses, changes in bleeding pattern, pain
- hot flashes
- PMS changes, duration, severity, breast distention
- cognitive changes, memory loss, concentration
- indigestion, diarrhea, gas, constipation, bloating, weight
gain
- myalgias and arthralgia, headaches and brain buzz, dizziness,
nausea
- dryness, rashes, itching prickly skin
- frequent urination and incontinence
- mucosal changes: bitter taste, dry mouth, bad breath, dry
nostrils, eyes, vaginal dryness
- insomnia
- mood changes: anxiety, depression,
irritability
- libido loss, energy loss
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