2.
Menopause- Is the last period of a woman's
life, usually coming after a 12 months with no
other period
Perimenopause- “The one to ten year stretch
during which the ovaries function erratically
and hormonal fluctuations may bring a range
of change, such as hot flashes, night
sweats, sleep disturbances and heavy
menstrual bleeding.” (Pg.506)
3.
New- onset heavy and or longer flow
Shorter menstrual cycles (less than 25 days)
Newly sore, swollen, or lumpy breast
New midsleep wakening
Increased cramps
Onset of night sweats, especially around time of
period
New or markedly increased migraine headaches
New or increased premenstrual mood swings
Weight gain without changes in exercise or dieting
5.
20-30% of woman NEVER experience hot
flashes
25% of woman have heavy bleeding
(hypermenorrhea)
OTC NSAID every 4-6 hrs will decrease blood
loss by 25-45%
Loss of interest in sexual activity
6.
Dress in layers
Avoid triggers that bring about hot flashes
Drink lots of cold water
Try to avoid stressful situations
Stay active!
Put a cold pack under your pillow at night
Wash your hands with cold water during a hot
flash
If you are a smoker, cut the habit.
7.
The use of hormones help alleviate hot flashes
Use of hormones increases the chance stroke
and other serious illness
If considering hormones check with health
professional to determine what is best for you
8.
What steps can we take in order to fight the
symptoms of perimenopause and menopause
in a healthy way, that wont cause serious
health complications?
