About Menopause | Your Questions, Our Answers
Sep
24
Corwin Brown asked:
In one aspect, the present invention is directed to methods for treating fatigue, neurobehavioral slowing and other cognitive disorders and defects due to cancers and treatments associated with cancers, and similar conditions. In a further aspect, the present invention is directed to methods for treating disorders related to menopause, including executive function defects. The methods involve the administration of a composition comprising D-threo methylphenidate that is substantially free of L-threo methylphenidate and of erythreo forms of methylphenidate.
Menopause is a stage in a woman’s life when her ovaries stop producing the hormones estrogen and progesterone and she stops having her monthly menstrual cycle (her period). It is a normal part of aging and marks the end of a woman’s reproductive years. Menopause typically occurs in a woman’s late 40’s to early 50’s. It can also lead to sleep problems.
Anxiety and even panic attacks may be symptoms of a number of hormonal changes or problems in women, including premenstrual syndrome (PMS), premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD), perimenopause, and menopause. Hormonal changes may cause the anxiety or make it worse. If you are a woman, you may want to explore these other conditions because treating them may treat the anxiety itself.
Talking about the causes of menopause, if it takes place after 45 years of age, it is considered normal. Here the factor that can be held responsible is aging. But sometimes, it happens early. It can be due to factors like surgery in which ovaries are removed. Women who indulge in smoking usually have menopause two years early. When menopause occurs before the age of 40 years, it is termed as premature menopause and requires proper medications.
At the time of menopause, the entire chain of endocrine glands is affected, particularly, the gonads, thyroid, and pituitary glands. In some women, the menopausal change takes place without any unpleasant symptoms, the only change really being the cessation of menstrual flow. There are, however, many women who develop disturbing symptoms such as hot flushes, night sweats, tension, and insomnia, diminished interest in sex, irritability, and depression. Other symptoms are fatigue, palpitations, dizziness, headaches, and numbness.
Menopause sleep disorders include any ailment in a person’s normal sleep patterns. If sleep disorders reach a severe intensity, they can seriously affect your mental and emotional health. Insomnia is the most frequent complaint, occurring in up to 56% of menopausal women. Some women may also develop restless leg syndrome, snoring, or sleep apnea (gasping breath during sleep).
In one aspect, the present invention is directed to methods for treating fatigue, neurobehavioral slowing and other cognitive disorders and defects due to cancer and treatments associated with cancers, and similar conditions. In a further aspect, the present invention is directed to methods for treating disorders related to menopause, including executive function defects. The methods involve the administration of a composition comprising D-threo methylphenidate that is substantially free of L-threo methylphenidate and of erythro forms of methylphenidate.
Menopause is the time in a woman’s life when her periods ceases and she can’t have children any more. Menopause is a stage of the human female reproductive cycle that occurs as the ovaries stop producing estrogen, causing the reproductive system to gradually shut down.
It is a stage of life during which a woman passes from the reproductive to the non reproductive stage and she experiences the cessation of menstruation.The period marked by the natural and permanent cessation of menstruation, occurring usually between the ages of 45 and 55.
Charlie
In one aspect, the present invention is directed to methods for treating fatigue, neurobehavioral slowing and other cognitive disorders and defects due to cancers and treatments associated with cancers, and similar conditions. In a further aspect, the present invention is directed to methods for treating disorders related to menopause, including executive function defects. The methods involve the administration of a composition comprising D-threo methylphenidate that is substantially free of L-threo methylphenidate and of erythreo forms of methylphenidate.
Menopause is a stage in a woman’s life when her ovaries stop producing the hormones estrogen and progesterone and she stops having her monthly menstrual cycle (her period). It is a normal part of aging and marks the end of a woman’s reproductive years. Menopause typically occurs in a woman’s late 40’s to early 50’s. It can also lead to sleep problems.
Anxiety and even panic attacks may be symptoms of a number of hormonal changes or problems in women, including premenstrual syndrome (PMS), premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD), perimenopause, and menopause. Hormonal changes may cause the anxiety or make it worse. If you are a woman, you may want to explore these other conditions because treating them may treat the anxiety itself.
Talking about the causes of menopause, if it takes place after 45 years of age, it is considered normal. Here the factor that can be held responsible is aging. But sometimes, it happens early. It can be due to factors like surgery in which ovaries are removed. Women who indulge in smoking usually have menopause two years early. When menopause occurs before the age of 40 years, it is termed as premature menopause and requires proper medications.
At the time of menopause, the entire chain of endocrine glands is affected, particularly, the gonads, thyroid, and pituitary glands. In some women, the menopausal change takes place without any unpleasant symptoms, the only change really being the cessation of menstrual flow. There are, however, many women who develop disturbing symptoms such as hot flushes, night sweats, tension, and insomnia, diminished interest in sex, irritability, and depression. Other symptoms are fatigue, palpitations, dizziness, headaches, and numbness.
Menopause sleep disorders include any ailment in a person’s normal sleep patterns. If sleep disorders reach a severe intensity, they can seriously affect your mental and emotional health. Insomnia is the most frequent complaint, occurring in up to 56% of menopausal women. Some women may also develop restless leg syndrome, snoring, or sleep apnea (gasping breath during sleep).
In one aspect, the present invention is directed to methods for treating fatigue, neurobehavioral slowing and other cognitive disorders and defects due to cancer and treatments associated with cancers, and similar conditions. In a further aspect, the present invention is directed to methods for treating disorders related to menopause, including executive function defects. The methods involve the administration of a composition comprising D-threo methylphenidate that is substantially free of L-threo methylphenidate and of erythro forms of methylphenidate.
Menopause is the time in a woman’s life when her periods ceases and she can’t have children any more. Menopause is a stage of the human female reproductive cycle that occurs as the ovaries stop producing estrogen, causing the reproductive system to gradually shut down.
It is a stage of life during which a woman passes from the reproductive to the non reproductive stage and she experiences the cessation of menstruation.The period marked by the natural and permanent cessation of menstruation, occurring usually between the ages of 45 and 55.
Charlie
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Sep
20
Posted on 20-09-2008
Filed Under (menopause) by admin on 20-09-2008
kathryn asked:
My cat has never been fixed under advisement from our vet due to a complicated medical condition. (Please don’t waste your time telling me to spay her.)
She’s older now and I’m noticing changes in her cycle. I’m suspicious “the changes” are upon her. Anyone who has lived with a cat in this phase of their life, I would love to hear abut your experiences.
Incase this makes a difference - she has never had a litter.
Clyde
My cat has never been fixed under advisement from our vet due to a complicated medical condition. (Please don’t waste your time telling me to spay her.)
She’s older now and I’m noticing changes in her cycle. I’m suspicious “the changes” are upon her. Anyone who has lived with a cat in this phase of their life, I would love to hear abut your experiences.
Incase this makes a difference - she has never had a litter.
Clyde
Sep
18
Posted on 18-09-2008
Filed Under (menopause) by admin on 18-09-2008
kjb asked:
I know someone who has them and she has already been though menopause and I heard that makes it worse… I have heard alot of things about the situation but I dont know the difference between fact and fiction. She wont tell me if she is in pain or anything else for that matter so, I cant give any more information. Should I worry? and where can I get more information about what she should do and how she can fix it…
Thank you.
Shannon
I know someone who has them and she has already been though menopause and I heard that makes it worse… I have heard alot of things about the situation but I dont know the difference between fact and fiction. She wont tell me if she is in pain or anything else for that matter so, I cant give any more information. Should I worry? and where can I get more information about what she should do and how she can fix it…
Thank you.
Shannon
Sep
17
Posted on 17-09-2008
Filed Under (menopause) by admin on 17-09-2008
Nathalie Fiset asked:
You are what you eatespecially during menopausal years. As peopleespecially womenget older, the digestive tract becomes less and less efficient leading to a longer digestion process. This is why knowing the proper and balanced diet is quite significant so you will know how to select foods that your body needs.
Nutritionists advise women nearing menopausal years to do everything possible to ensure that they eat a diet that is balanced and can provide the nutrients their body might need.
THE IMPORTANCE OF DIET DURING MENOPAUSAL YEARS
Experts say that knowing the proper diet for menopausal women is one excellent way of fighting the emotional, physical, and spiritual changes they experience. They also agree that to be able to manage menopause, women must be meticulous in the food they take in and they should keep in mind the important food group for their age like proteins and protein alternatives, adding up servings of grains and carbohydrates, dairy products, fats, and tons of fruits and vegetables.
Knowing the proper diet during menopausal years will help you manage the distressing symptoms of menopause. Keep in mind that good diet nutrition does not only minimizes the possibility of physical, mental, emotional, and health risks during menopausal years. If you are determined to combat the symptoms of menopause even before it gets worst, try some these healthy menopause diet suggestions.
1. Take in as many fruits and vegetables in your every meal. Fruits like melons, bananas, and citrus fruits that are rich in potassium along with veggies like spinach, yam, cabbage, and broccoli can be a perfect source for the nutrients you need and can even help balance your body’s sodium and water retention.
2. Go heavy on soy. Known to contain phytoestrogensa chemical that has the characteristics of estrogensoy is recommended in the diet of every menopausal woman because it reduces the possibilities of hot flushes. The bets sources of soy include tofu, soy nuts, tempeh, soy yogurt, and soymilk.
3. Take in a lot amounts of fiberespecially soluble fiberon regular basis.
4. Delete the entries of junk or fried foods in your list. Instead of munching junk foods, take in broil or baked products instead.
5. Forget about white bread/flour in your bread. Eat products that include wholegrain bread, oats, rye, and wheat germ.
6. Stop eating white ricewith basmati or brown rice as an exception.
7. Veer away from regular potatoes. Instead switch to sweet potatoes or pasta.
8. If you’re not suffering from arthritis, add beans and lentils to your regular meals.
9. Opt for virgin olive oil, canola, wheat germ, or flaxseed oil instead of processed cooking oils when cooking.
10. Oily fish as salmon or mackerel should be a regular part of your diet because these are rich in omega-3 essential fatty acids that have wide range of health benefits.
Experts also recommended the addition of Vitamin C, D and E, bioflavonoids, isoflavones, B-complex, calories, calcium, Lignans (a form of phytoestrogen), Magnesium, Phosphorus, and Zinc to your diet to help fight the symptoms of menopause.
Indeed, having a balanced diet is just one of the so many things that men and women can do to reduce the discomfort brought by the symptoms of menopause.
Experts say that healthy eating wouldn’t only prevent weight gain but will also help alleviate the more challenging symptoms of menopause like hot flashes, irritability, and mood fluctuations.
Although there is no proven or concrete diet plan for menopausal men and women today, nutritionists believe that dietary recommendations containing the right amount of foods from a specific food group can be an effective way to treat the burden caused by menopause.
Remember, having a healthy menopause diet will not only maintain optimal health of the menopausal individual but will also decrease the risks of developing more complicated illnesses brought by the hormonal changes of the body.
Kathryn
You are what you eatespecially during menopausal years. As peopleespecially womenget older, the digestive tract becomes less and less efficient leading to a longer digestion process. This is why knowing the proper and balanced diet is quite significant so you will know how to select foods that your body needs.
Nutritionists advise women nearing menopausal years to do everything possible to ensure that they eat a diet that is balanced and can provide the nutrients their body might need.
THE IMPORTANCE OF DIET DURING MENOPAUSAL YEARS
Experts say that knowing the proper diet for menopausal women is one excellent way of fighting the emotional, physical, and spiritual changes they experience. They also agree that to be able to manage menopause, women must be meticulous in the food they take in and they should keep in mind the important food group for their age like proteins and protein alternatives, adding up servings of grains and carbohydrates, dairy products, fats, and tons of fruits and vegetables.
Knowing the proper diet during menopausal years will help you manage the distressing symptoms of menopause. Keep in mind that good diet nutrition does not only minimizes the possibility of physical, mental, emotional, and health risks during menopausal years. If you are determined to combat the symptoms of menopause even before it gets worst, try some these healthy menopause diet suggestions.
1. Take in as many fruits and vegetables in your every meal. Fruits like melons, bananas, and citrus fruits that are rich in potassium along with veggies like spinach, yam, cabbage, and broccoli can be a perfect source for the nutrients you need and can even help balance your body’s sodium and water retention.
2. Go heavy on soy. Known to contain phytoestrogensa chemical that has the characteristics of estrogensoy is recommended in the diet of every menopausal woman because it reduces the possibilities of hot flushes. The bets sources of soy include tofu, soy nuts, tempeh, soy yogurt, and soymilk.
3. Take in a lot amounts of fiberespecially soluble fiberon regular basis.
4. Delete the entries of junk or fried foods in your list. Instead of munching junk foods, take in broil or baked products instead.
5. Forget about white bread/flour in your bread. Eat products that include wholegrain bread, oats, rye, and wheat germ.
6. Stop eating white ricewith basmati or brown rice as an exception.
7. Veer away from regular potatoes. Instead switch to sweet potatoes or pasta.
8. If you’re not suffering from arthritis, add beans and lentils to your regular meals.
9. Opt for virgin olive oil, canola, wheat germ, or flaxseed oil instead of processed cooking oils when cooking.
10. Oily fish as salmon or mackerel should be a regular part of your diet because these are rich in omega-3 essential fatty acids that have wide range of health benefits.
Experts also recommended the addition of Vitamin C, D and E, bioflavonoids, isoflavones, B-complex, calories, calcium, Lignans (a form of phytoestrogen), Magnesium, Phosphorus, and Zinc to your diet to help fight the symptoms of menopause.
Indeed, having a balanced diet is just one of the so many things that men and women can do to reduce the discomfort brought by the symptoms of menopause.
Experts say that healthy eating wouldn’t only prevent weight gain but will also help alleviate the more challenging symptoms of menopause like hot flashes, irritability, and mood fluctuations.
Although there is no proven or concrete diet plan for menopausal men and women today, nutritionists believe that dietary recommendations containing the right amount of foods from a specific food group can be an effective way to treat the burden caused by menopause.
Remember, having a healthy menopause diet will not only maintain optimal health of the menopausal individual but will also decrease the risks of developing more complicated illnesses brought by the hormonal changes of the body.
Kathryn
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Sep
11
Posted on 11-09-2008
Filed Under (menopause) by admin on 11-09-2008
Sep
08
samnickel6 asked:
Menopause is not a disease that has a definitive cure or treatment. Health care providers, however, can offer a variety of treatments for hot flashes and other menopausal symptoms that become bothersome. Many prescription medications exist to prevent and control high cholesterol and bone loss, which can occur at menopause. Some women do not need therapy, or they may choose not to take medications at all during their menopausal years.
Menopause: menopause occurs when a woman has her final period. Menopause is the permanent termination of a woman’s period and her fertility. This stage is confirmed when a woman doesn’t have a period for twelve consecutive months. Most women experience natural menopause, but some may experience artificial, or premature menopause. Natural menopause is caused by aging and occurs after a natural decline in estrogen and progesterone production. Artificial menopause usually follows a medical intervention, such as a hysterectomy, radiation treatment to the pelvic area or the removal of the ovaries.
Some of the changes in menopause can be relieved by giving replacement estrogen in place of the hormone that is no longer made by the body. The decision to take estrogen replacement therapy (ERT) or hormone replacement therapy (HRT), which is a combination of estrogen and progesterone, should be an individualized choice. A woman and her doctor should thoroughly discuss the benefits and risks before beginning therapy.
Eating a diet high in fresh raw foods, and minimising processed foods is essential. You may want to add a good multi vitamin to your diet or add Maca Powder. Maca Powder is an excellent and inexpensive addition to your diet see relieve Menopause Symptoms with Maca Powder.
Estrogen is responsible for the buildup of the lining of the uterine cavity. During the reproductive years, this buildup occurs and then is shed (menstruation). This usually happens about a once a month.The menopausal decrease in estrogen prevents this buildup from occurring. However, hormones produced by the adrenal glands are converted to estrogen, and sometimes this will cause postmenopausal bleeding.This is often nothing to worry about, but because postmenopausal bleeding may also be an early indication of other problems, including cancer, a physician should always check any postmenopausal bleeding.
Soy protein is a popular remedy for hot flashes, although data on its effectiveness are limited. Some doctors recommend 60 grams of soy protein, or about 2 cups of soy milk, daily. Soy contains phytoestrogens, or natural plant estrogens (isoflavones), which are thought to have effects similar to estrogen therapy. The safety of soy in women who have a history of breast cancer has not been established, although clinical studies indicate soy is no more effective for treating symptoms than a placebo.
Vitamin E
This is an important vitamin to consider at the menopause. Over many years clinical studies have shown its effect on reducing hot flushes. Vitamin E is also helpful for vaginal dryness and one study showed that just 400iu taken daily for between 1 and 4 months helped 50 percent of the women given supplemental vitamin E. It can also be used internally inside the vagina every night for about six weeks to help relieve dryness.
Ella
Menopause is not a disease that has a definitive cure or treatment. Health care providers, however, can offer a variety of treatments for hot flashes and other menopausal symptoms that become bothersome. Many prescription medications exist to prevent and control high cholesterol and bone loss, which can occur at menopause. Some women do not need therapy, or they may choose not to take medications at all during their menopausal years.
Menopause: menopause occurs when a woman has her final period. Menopause is the permanent termination of a woman’s period and her fertility. This stage is confirmed when a woman doesn’t have a period for twelve consecutive months. Most women experience natural menopause, but some may experience artificial, or premature menopause. Natural menopause is caused by aging and occurs after a natural decline in estrogen and progesterone production. Artificial menopause usually follows a medical intervention, such as a hysterectomy, radiation treatment to the pelvic area or the removal of the ovaries.
Some of the changes in menopause can be relieved by giving replacement estrogen in place of the hormone that is no longer made by the body. The decision to take estrogen replacement therapy (ERT) or hormone replacement therapy (HRT), which is a combination of estrogen and progesterone, should be an individualized choice. A woman and her doctor should thoroughly discuss the benefits and risks before beginning therapy.
Eating a diet high in fresh raw foods, and minimising processed foods is essential. You may want to add a good multi vitamin to your diet or add Maca Powder. Maca Powder is an excellent and inexpensive addition to your diet see relieve Menopause Symptoms with Maca Powder.
Estrogen is responsible for the buildup of the lining of the uterine cavity. During the reproductive years, this buildup occurs and then is shed (menstruation). This usually happens about a once a month.The menopausal decrease in estrogen prevents this buildup from occurring. However, hormones produced by the adrenal glands are converted to estrogen, and sometimes this will cause postmenopausal bleeding.This is often nothing to worry about, but because postmenopausal bleeding may also be an early indication of other problems, including cancer, a physician should always check any postmenopausal bleeding.
Soy protein is a popular remedy for hot flashes, although data on its effectiveness are limited. Some doctors recommend 60 grams of soy protein, or about 2 cups of soy milk, daily. Soy contains phytoestrogens, or natural plant estrogens (isoflavones), which are thought to have effects similar to estrogen therapy. The safety of soy in women who have a history of breast cancer has not been established, although clinical studies indicate soy is no more effective for treating symptoms than a placebo.
Vitamin E
This is an important vitamin to consider at the menopause. Over many years clinical studies have shown its effect on reducing hot flushes. Vitamin E is also helpful for vaginal dryness and one study showed that just 400iu taken daily for between 1 and 4 months helped 50 percent of the women given supplemental vitamin E. It can also be used internally inside the vagina every night for about six weeks to help relieve dryness.
Ella
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Sep
06
Posted on 06-09-2008
Filed Under (menopause) by admin on 06-09-2008
stephm9564 asked:
My maternal grandmother had her last child at 28 and went through menopause at 35. My mother had her last child at 32 and went through menopause at 40-45. Im 27 now with no children. My question is, is there a possibility that I will have trouble conceiving if I wait much longer to try? I currently have no symptoms of menopause but I worry that I will wait to long and not be able to have a child when I want.
Lloyd
My maternal grandmother had her last child at 28 and went through menopause at 35. My mother had her last child at 32 and went through menopause at 40-45. Im 27 now with no children. My question is, is there a possibility that I will have trouble conceiving if I wait much longer to try? I currently have no symptoms of menopause but I worry that I will wait to long and not be able to have a child when I want.
Lloyd