Medication will not work unless it is taken.1 This may sound obvious, yet every second patient is not taking her medication properly.4 But what does it mean to be adherent? Adherence is the degree to which a patient follows a doctor’s prescription.2 As a woman suffering from menopausal symptoms, being adherent means having a chance to feel relief…
One of the main reasons for menopause symptoms (such as night sweats, hot flashes, and aging skin)1 is the decline of estrogen levels in women’s bodies. To address these symptoms, it is necessary to help the body function normally by using estrogen supplements. There are two ways to do this: 1. Natural methods such as special…
While absolutely natural, menopause still remains a taboo subject1—something not to be discussed in society. Even if it is asymptomatic or the symptoms are very mild, women’s health can be impacted. However, when the symptoms are bothersome (which is the case for about 50% of women2), the inability to discuss their problems may lead women to…
While not directly linked to psychiatric illness1, menopause is likely to be a period of psychological stress for women. Studies have shown that during the perimenopausal and menopausal transitions, women may experience mild anxiety and depression due to hormone changes2, but these changes may not lead to severe depression. Considering the many responsibilities that women…
Common symptoms, with different intensities Menopause is linked to strong hormonal changes in women’s bodies, often leading to symptoms. The symptoms may start before menopause, in the perimenopausal period, and may last many years after menopause5, in the postmenopausal period. According to several studies, up to 9 women out of 10 experience symptoms, and about…
A natural process Menopause in women is a natural process that is defined as the absence of menstrual bleeding for 12 months1. Perimenopause (the period before menopause) and post-menopause (the period after menopause) are characterized by significant changes in the hormonal balance in women’s bodies, particularly by the decrease in estrogen and progesterone levels2. Estrogen helps regulate…
Understand and take control of your constipation What is constipation? Constipation is a common condition that can affect people of all ages. It can mean that you’re not passing stools regularly, or you’re having difficulty passing them. What causes constipation? Constipation usually happens when stool have been in the bowel for too long, and water…