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expect to have include hot flushes and night sweats. However, few women realise that tiredness, low mood, urinary symptoms, reduced libido (sex drive) and even joint pains can be related to their menopause. Symptoms can often last for some time with women reporting having systems more than five years after their first hot flush.
HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO GO
THROUGH THE MENOPAUSE? Dr Claire Oliver - Although there is a usual range for how long menopause symptoms last, each woman's journey is unique. |The transition often takes about four years but some symptoms may last longer.
HOW DOES MENOPAUSE MAKE YOU FEEL? Dr Claire Oliver - Your menopause-related emotions can range from mild mood swings to severe depression. Anxiety may make you feel worried, preoccupied, nervous, or panicky. Many mild emotional symptoms of menopause can be managed through lifestyle changes such as finding ways to relax and reduce stress.
DOES THE MENOPAUSE AGE YOUR FACE? YOUR SKIN AND MENOPAUSE Dr Claire Oliver - Menopause causes many changes to your skin. You lose some fat under your skin and your skin's elasticity drops. That, combined with dryness caused by hormonal changes, can cause sagging especially around the neck, jawline and cheeks plus fine lines and wrinkles.
IS MY RECENT WEIGHT GAIN CAUSED
BY MENOPAUSE AND HOW DO I LOSE IT? Poonam Pradham - Some women gain more belly fat at this time than others. This may partly be due to genetics as well as the age at which menopause starts. The bottom line is that hormonal changes at menopause result in a shift in fat storage from the hips and thighs to visceral fat in the abdomen.
SCIENCE-BACKED EFFECTIVE TIPS TO LOSE BELLY FAT
• Eat plenty of soluble fibre • Avoid foods that contain trans fats • Don't drink too much alcohol • Eat a high-protein diet • Reduce your stress levels • Don't eat a lot of sugary foods • Do aerobic exercise (cardio) • Cut back on carbs especially refined carbs
I’VE HEARD FRIENDS TALK ABOUT HRT. WHAT IS IT? Poonam Pradham - Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT), also known as menopausal hormone therapy (MHT) or postmenopausal hormone therapy (PHT, PMHT), is a form of hormone therapy used to treat symptoms associated with female menopause.
DOES HRT GIVE YOU MORE ENERGY? Poonam Pradham - Taking HRT reduces your risk of heart attacks and stroke. Many women notice that taking HRT improves their mood, sleep and general quality of life. They also notice that they think more clearly and generally have more energy.
The main benefit of HRT is that it can help relieve most of the menopausal symptoms such as:
• Hot flushes • Night sweats • Mood swings • Vaginal dryness • Reduced sex drive
Side effects of HRT can include:
• Fluid retention • Bloating • Breast tenderness or swelling • Headaches • Indigestion • Depression
HRT AND BREAST CANCER Poonam Pradham - The most common reason why women are put off from taking HRT is the reported increased risk of breast cancer which is actually very small indeed if actually present. Some studies have actually shown that there is no link between taking HRT and breast cancer. The most sensible advice we can give you is to consult with an expert and understand the exact risks and benefits available to you given your personal medical history.
Dr Claire Oliver (BDS) is founder and Medical Director of Air Aesthetic clinics, in Henley-in-Arden and in Birmingham. Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist, Miss Poonam Pradham, has over 25 years’ experience in her field and advises her patients daily as to how best to manage the Menopause.
For more information or to arrange a consultation call 0845 519 5377 or visit our website at
www.airaesthetics.co.uk
For more information or to arrange a Menopause consultation with Miss Pradham, Call 0845 519 5377
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