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Mild severity
· Gynaecology
Menopause
End of menstrual cycles
The natural end of menstrual periods as ovarian hormones decline. A normal life stage, though symptoms like hot flushes can affect quality of life.
At a glance
- Prevalence
- Every woman, around age 50
- Typical age
- 45-55 years
- Outlook
- Natural; symptoms manageable
- System
- Hormones
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What causes it
Causes
- Natural decline in estrogen
- Surgical removal of ovaries
- Certain cancer treatments
- Genetics affecting timing
- Smoking (earlier onset)
How it feels
Symptoms & effects
- Irregular then absent periods
- Hot flushes and night sweats
- Mood swings and sleep trouble
- Vaginal dryness
- Bone thinning over time
How it’s treated
Treatment & cure
- Lifestyle and cooling strategies
- Hormone replacement therapy if suitable
- Calcium, vitamin D and exercise
- Non-hormonal medicines for flushes
- Bone-density monitoring
Staying ahead
Prevention
- Exercise and eat calcium-rich food
- Discuss HRT pros and cons
- Get bone-density checks
- Manage stress and sleep
Do’s
- Stay physically active
- Eat calcium and vitamin-D rich food
- Get periodic bone and heart checks
- Talk openly about symptoms
Don’ts
- Assume all symptoms are unavoidable
- Self-start hormone therapy
- Ignore bone or heart health
- Smoke or over-rely on alcohol
See a doctor immediately if
Symptoms are sudden or severe, getting worse despite home care, or interfering with sleep, work or daily life. Don’t self-diagnose from the internet — book a verified clinician below.
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Disclaimer ·
This article is educational and reviewed by clinicians, but it cannot replace an in-person assessment.
Medication doses, prevention advice and treatment choices vary by person. Always confirm with a doctor before acting on anything here.