Menopause

Menopause

Menopause means permanent cessation of menstruation at the end of reproductive life due to the loss of ovarian follicular activity. It is the point of time when last and final menstruation occurs.

Symptoms:

In majority of women's apart from cessation of menstruation, no more symptoms are evident. In some women symptoms appears. The following are the important symptoms.

• Insomnia

• Vaginal dryness

• Weight gain

• Depression

• Anxiety

• Hot flashes

• Difficulty in concentration

• Memory problems

• Reduced libido, or sex drive

• Dryness in the skin, Mouth, and Eyes

• Increased urination

• Headaches

• Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs)

• Painful or Stiff joints

• Reduced bone mass

• Hair Thinning or Hair Loss