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5 Things You Must Know For Before Hitting Menopause

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Everyone born with ovaries goes through menarche, menstruation and <span>menopause</span>. All are natural phase, but menopause could be a bit confusing, because this is when your body is no longer bleeding, but you continue to go through hormonal irregularities. So, understanding what is happening in your body can make the transition smoother. Here is all that you need to know about menopause:

Menopause occurs if you have not had your period straight for 12 months. You may be nearing your 50s, and may have irregular period, so it can tart anywhere between 45 to 55. Though, the average age is 52. This phase can last up to 14 years, during this time your hormones levels fluctuate and it leads to irregular periods and other symptoms. 

So, can you still get pregnant? Yes, you can still become pregnant if you have not gone a full year without menstruation. If you do not want to conceive, continue using birth control even during perimenopause. 

Once your menopause is complete, you will enter post-menopause phase, where some of the symptoms may ease, while hot flashes and vaginal dryness may persist.

Changes in your period is the first sign of menopause. One of the first clues is a shift in your menstrual cycle, which includes:

<ul><li>Irregular periods, which may be longer, shorter, heavier, or lighter</li><li>Missed periods</li><li>Spotting between cycles</li></ul>

<strong>ALSO READ: <a href="https://www.healthandme.com/health-wellness/what-to-expect-from-menopause-article-151107369" data-type="tilCustomLink">What To Expect From Menopause?</a></strong>

<h4>Other symptoms that may appear are:</h4>

<ul><li>Hot flashes and night sweats: Sudden warmth, sweating, and flushing, especially at night</li><li>Vaginal dryness: Thinner tissues can cause discomfort or pain during sex</li><li>Bladder Issues: Increased urgency, leaks or even infections</li><li>Sleep Disturbances: Difficulty falling or staying asleep</li><li>Mood Swings: Irritability, anxiety, or stress</li><li>Weight Gain: Slower metabolism</li></ul>

For menstruators who have had hysterectomy, these symptoms may begin immediately after ovaries are removed. 

Menopause also leads to a drop in estrogen, which increases the risk for heart disease and stroke, as estrogen helps protect heart health. It could also lead to osteoporosis, which could lead to bone loss, and increase fracture risk. Lastly, it can lead to oral health issues like dry mouth and cavities. 

<ul><li>Exercise regularly – 30 minutes of moderate activity (like walking) can boost mood and improve sleep</li><li>Eat well – Avoid caffeine and spicy foods to reduce hot flashes; include phytoestrogen-rich foods (soy, flaxseeds, whole grains)</li><li>Try mind-body techniques – Yoga, meditation, and even hypnotherapy may help with stress and hot flashes</li><li>Stay social – Support groups or talking with others going through menopause can be reassuring</li><li>Quit smoking – It lowers heart disease risk and can improve symptoms like hot flashes</li></ul>

Often the symptoms could be too overwhelming to handle, in such cases, medical treatments are an option. These include:

<ul><li>Hormone Therapy, which can reduce hot flashes</li><li>Low-dose birth control pills, which can help with irregular periods, mood swings and hot flashes</li><li>Vaginal estrogen treatments like creams, tablets or rings</li></ul>

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Everyone born with ovaries goes through menarche, menstruation and menopause. All are natural phase, but menopause could be a bit confusing, because this is when your body is no longer bleeding, but you continue to go through hormonal irregularities. So, understanding what is happening in your body can make the transition smoother. Here is all that you need to know about menopause:When Does Menopause Happen?Menopause occurs if you have not had your period straight for 12 months. You may be nearing your 50s, and may have irregular period, so it can tart anywhere between 45 to 55. Though, the average age is 52. This phase can last up to 14 years, during this time your hormones levels fluctuate and it leads to irregular periods and other symptoms. So, can you still get pregnant? Yes, you can still become pregnant if you have not gone a full year without menstruation. If you do not want to conceive, continue using birth control even during perimenopause. Once your menopause is complete, you will enter post-menopause phase, where some of the symptoms may ease, while hot flashes and vaginal dryness may persist.What Is The First Sign?Changes in your period is the first sign of menopause. One of the first clues is a shift in your menstrual cycle, which includes:Irregular periods, which may be longer, shorter, heavier, or lighterMissed periodsSpotting between cyclesALSO READ: What To Expect From Menopause?Other symptoms that may appear are:Hot flashes and night sweats: Sudden warmth, sweating, and flushing, especially at nightVaginal dryness: Thinner tissues can cause discomfort or pain during sexBladder Issues: Increased urgency, leaks or even infectionsSleep Disturbances: Difficulty falling or staying asleepMood Swings: Irritability, anxiety, or stressWeight Gain: Slower metabolismFor menstruators who have had hysterectomy, these symptoms may begin immediately after ovaries are removed. Long-Term Health RisksMenopause also leads to a drop in estrogen, which increases the risk for heart disease and stroke, as estrogen helps protect heart health. It could also lead to osteoporosis, which could lead to bone loss, and increase fracture risk. Lastly, it can lead to oral health issues like dry mouth and cavities. Lifestyle Changes Can HelpExercise regularly – 30 minutes of moderate activity (like walking) can boost mood and improve sleepEat well – Avoid caffeine and spicy foods to reduce hot flashes; include phytoestrogen-rich foods (soy, flaxseeds, whole grains)Try mind-body techniques – Yoga, meditation, and even hypnotherapy may help with stress and hot flashesStay social – Support groups or talking with others going through menopause can be reassuringQuit smoking – It lowers heart disease risk and can improve symptoms like hot flashesMedical TreatmentsOften the symptoms could be too overwhelming to handle, in such cases, medical treatments are an option. These include:Hormone Therapy, which can reduce hot flashesLow-dose birth control pills, which can help with irregular periods, mood swings and hot flashesVaginal estrogen treatments like creams, tablets or rings

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