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posted 10/21/2008, comment (1)

When to Call the Doctor About Menopause Symptoms

Although menopause is a natural part of what I like to call "growing up" (I hate to use the word "aging"), it can be accompanied by medical problems that are anything but natural. Hot flashes are annoying as heck, but they won't kill you. Heart disease can. I hear from a lot of you asking, "Is this normal?" Undoubtedly menopause can be a... Read more Chevron

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posted 10/16/2008, comment (1)

Male Menopause and What To Do About It

Some experts say that men go through menopause at about the same age as women, and some scientists say that's impossible. I think some men do and some men don't, but anecdotal evidence tells me that they definitely go through SOMETHING. It used to be called mid-life crisis, and it all too often accompanied looking for the fountain of... Read more Chevron

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posted 10/16/2008, comments (0)

Being at this point in life is rough.

scared and do not know why? I just hope that menopause will be less painful than my periods have become.

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posted 10/15/2008, comment (1)

Menopause Symptoms and "State of Mind"

I'm 46 years young and wondering if your state of mind plays a part in whether or not you will have some symptoms, all symptoms, or none at all. I am a very happy-go-lucky person -- love life, love people, very positive. But, I can honestly say I have maybe eight out of the 15+ symptoms that I know of. They... Read more Chevron

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posted 10/14/2008, comments (2)

Estrogen Products: Drugs vs. "Natural?"

I'm 47 and I've been in menopause since May. I am so very confused regarding hormone therapy. Is there a difference between "natural" estrogen products that are available otc and the ones prescribed by a doctor? And do either of them work to improve your mood swings?

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