Post Menopause
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Perimenopause; Postmenopause
Prevention
Menopause is a natural and expected part of a woman's development and does not need to be prevented. However, there are ways to reduce or eliminate some of the symptoms of menopause.
You can reduce your risk of long-term problems such as osteoporosis and heart disease by taking the following steps:
- Control your blood pressure, cholesterol, and other risk factors for heart disease.
- Do NOT smoke. Cigarette use can cause early menopause.
- Eat a...
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The Benefit of Exercise in Women Post-Menopause
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Coffee helps the hearts of post-menopausal women
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Menopause
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Perimenopause; PostmenopauseSymptomsIn some women, menstrual flow comes to a sudden halt. More commonly, it slowly stops over time. During this time,... Read more »
Menopause
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Perimenopause; PostmenopauseTreatmentTreatment with hormones may be helpful if you have severe symptoms such as hot flashes, night sweats, mood... Read more »
Menopause
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Menopause is the transition period in a woman's life when her ovaries stop producing eggs, her body produces less estrogen and progesterone, and... Read more »
Breast Cancer & Menopause Hormone Therapy Comment
The big story about breast cancer on the front page of the New York times is compelling, but it does not apply to everyone. I was 48 when my cancer... Read more »
Ten Things You Should Know About Menopause
You no longer need birth control You no longer need birth control once menopause is complete, but you most certainly need to use birth control until you have missed your menstrual cycle for 12 consecutive months. It is not unusual for women...
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