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Toni Hurst on Menopause
Thursday, February 11 2010
Menopause takes its toll on romance, that's for sure. Between hot flashes, irritability and lack of desire, it can be hard to "get in the mood" for romance, even on Valentines Day. But failing to acknowledge your partner's love in a tangible way, ignoring his desire and putting love-making out of your mind can have serious consequences to your... Read more
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Toni Hurst on Menopause
Sunday, January 31 2010
In keeping with Dorian's "10 things" theme for the new decade, I thought I would mention 10 things I have learned about menopause over the past 10 years.
1. Menopause doesn't last forever. It begins way before you notice it (your estrogen levels start declining long before your periods stop). Once the hot flashes and other annoying... Read more
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Toni Hurst on Menopause
Saturday, January 02 2010
I am studying to be a registered nurse, so I know how valuable and life-saving some prescription drugs can be. And like all of us either facing or experiencing menopause, I worry about the threat of osteoporosis, or a thinning of bone mass due to calcium loss. I see the TV ads and hear my friends talk about the drugs they're taking to prevent or... Read more
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Toni Hurst on Menopause
Monday, December 14 2009
Perhaps like some of you, my cholesterol was fine and dandy until recently, when my "bad" cholesterol (LDL) started to creep up and then skyrocketed as my body entered full-tilt menopause. I wondered why. I know that SOMETHING will eventually kill me but I really dislike the idea of a heart attack or stroke, and keeping bad cholesterol... Read more
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Toni Hurst on Menopause
Monday, September 07 2009
So, you're in pain and/or bleeding all the time and it's taking over your life. You're ready to rip your guts out but think a hysterectomy is a better way to go. Is it right for you? And if so, what are the repercussions, side effects and dangers?
A hysterectomy means different things to different people. It can mean the removal of... Read more
