This document discusses various topics related to menopause, including:
- Perimenopause is the transition period leading up to menopause where estrogen levels gradually decline, causing irregular periods and symptoms like hot flashes and mood swings. It typically lasts 6-10 years.
- Menopause is confirmed after 12 months without periods and is a natural process where fertility ends, occurring on average at age 51.
- Hot flashes, sleep issues, headaches, memory problems and mood changes are common menopause symptoms that can usually be managed through lifestyle changes or over-the-counter remedies.
- Supplements are not proven as effective as FDA-approved medications for treating menopause symptoms
This document discusses menopause and management options. It begins by defining menopause as the permanent cessation of menstruation resulting from loss of ovarian activity, typically between ages 45-55. It then outlines some of the main consequences of menopause like vasomotor symptoms, sexual dysfunction, osteoporosis, and cardiovascular risks. The document discusses treatment options like lifestyle changes, hormone replacement therapy, and alternative therapies. It provides details on hormone replacement regimens and duration of treatment for various symptoms and conditions.
This document discusses menopause and hormonal changes in menopausal women. It defines menopause as the permanent cessation of menstruation from loss of ovarian activity, determined after 12 months of amenorrhea. The document outlines the stages of menopause including perimenopause and climacteric, and discusses premature ovarian failure. It also discusses estrogen replacement therapy and management of menopausal symptoms like vasomotor symptoms, urogenital atrophy, and osteoporosis. The document lists contraindications to hormone replacement therapy and discusses alternative therapies.
This document provides an overview of menopause, including definitions, physiological changes, diagnosis, and treatments. It discusses the average age of menopause and influential factors. It defines menopause, premature ovarian failure, and the menopausal transition period. It then covers changes to the hypothalamus-pituitary-ovarian axis, ovaries, endometrium, central thermoregulation, and other areas. It provides details on evaluating abnormal uterine bleeding and discusses treatment options like hormone replacement therapy, antidepressants, clonidine, gabapentin, and complementary therapies.
The document discusses menopause and hormone replacement therapy. It defines menopause and describes the hormonal changes that occur during the menopausal transition as ovarian follicles are depleted and estrogen levels decline. This leads to symptoms like hot flashes, mood changes, and effects on the brain, skin and bones. Diagnosis of menopause is confirmed after 12 months of amenorrhea when FSH and estradiol levels indicate ovarian failure. Management of menopausal symptoms includes lifestyle changes, medications like estrogen therapy, and alternative therapies.
This document summarizes menopause and perimenopause, including common symptoms, hormone replacement therapy options, lifestyle changes, and alternative treatments. It defines menopause as when a woman's ovaries stop producing eggs and menstruation stops. Perimenopause is the transition period before menopause, when periods become irregular. Common symptoms include hot flashes, night sweats, sleep problems, and mood changes. Hormone replacement therapy can help relieve symptoms but also has risks if used long term or in large amounts. Lifestyle changes like diet, exercise, and stress reduction are recommended to help reduce symptoms without hormones.
The document discusses menopause, including natural and induced causes. Natural menopause is defined as the permanent cessation of menstruation for 12 months due to ovarian failure. Symptoms include hot flashes, night sweats, and mood changes. Long term risks include osteoporosis and increased risk of cardiovascular disease. Hormone replacement therapy can help treat symptoms and prevent osteoporosis, but has risks like breast cancer if used long term. Lifestyle changes and non-hormonal treatments can also help manage menopause symptoms.
This document discusses menopause and related topics. It defines menopause as the permanent cessation of menstruation resulting from loss of ovarian activity. Natural menopause is recognized after 12 months of amenorrhea without other causes. Women in the UK typically experience menopause between ages 45-55. The document also discusses premenopause, perimenopause, postmenopause, premature ovarian insufficiency, symptoms, diagnosis, and management including hormone replacement therapy.
This document provides information about menopause. It begins by defining menopause as the permanent cessation of menstruation and ovarian activity, typically occurring between ages 45-55. It then discusses various aspects of menopause like symptoms, causes, diagnosis, and management. Key points include that menopause marks the end of a woman's reproductive years; common symptoms are hot flashes, night sweats, and mood swings; and treatment options include lifestyle changes, supplements, medications, and hormone replacement therapy. The document also covers related topics like abnormal menopause, psychological impacts, and the role of midwives in menopause care.
This document discusses menopause and management options. It begins by defining menopause as the permanent cessation of menstruation resulting from loss of ovarian activity, typically between ages 45-55. It then outlines some of the main consequences of menopause like vasomotor symptoms, sexual dysfunction, osteoporosis, and cardiovascular risks. The document discusses treatment options like lifestyle changes, hormone replacement therapy, and alternative therapies. It provides details on hormone replacement regimens and duration of treatment for various symptoms and conditions.
This document discusses menopause and hormonal changes in menopausal women. It defines menopause as the permanent cessation of menstruation from loss of ovarian activity, determined after 12 months of amenorrhea. The document outlines the stages of menopause including perimenopause and climacteric, and discusses premature ovarian failure. It also discusses estrogen replacement therapy and management of menopausal symptoms like vasomotor symptoms, urogenital atrophy, and osteoporosis. The document lists contraindications to hormone replacement therapy and discusses alternative therapies.
This document provides an overview of menopause, including definitions, physiological changes, diagnosis, and treatments. It discusses the average age of menopause and influential factors. It defines menopause, premature ovarian failure, and the menopausal transition period. It then covers changes to the hypothalamus-pituitary-ovarian axis, ovaries, endometrium, central thermoregulation, and other areas. It provides details on evaluating abnormal uterine bleeding and discusses treatment options like hormone replacement therapy, antidepressants, clonidine, gabapentin, and complementary therapies.
The document discusses menopause and hormone replacement therapy. It defines menopause and describes the hormonal changes that occur during the menopausal transition as ovarian follicles are depleted and estrogen levels decline. This leads to symptoms like hot flashes, mood changes, and effects on the brain, skin and bones. Diagnosis of menopause is confirmed after 12 months of amenorrhea when FSH and estradiol levels indicate ovarian failure. Management of menopausal symptoms includes lifestyle changes, medications like estrogen therapy, and alternative therapies.
This document summarizes menopause and perimenopause, including common symptoms, hormone replacement therapy options, lifestyle changes, and alternative treatments. It defines menopause as when a woman's ovaries stop producing eggs and menstruation stops. Perimenopause is the transition period before menopause, when periods become irregular. Common symptoms include hot flashes, night sweats, sleep problems, and mood changes. Hormone replacement therapy can help relieve symptoms but also has risks if used long term or in large amounts. Lifestyle changes like diet, exercise, and stress reduction are recommended to help reduce symptoms without hormones.
The document discusses menopause, including natural and induced causes. Natural menopause is defined as the permanent cessation of menstruation for 12 months due to ovarian failure. Symptoms include hot flashes, night sweats, and mood changes. Long term risks include osteoporosis and increased risk of cardiovascular disease. Hormone replacement therapy can help treat symptoms and prevent osteoporosis, but has risks like breast cancer if used long term. Lifestyle changes and non-hormonal treatments can also help manage menopause symptoms.
This document discusses menopause and related topics. It defines menopause as the permanent cessation of menstruation resulting from loss of ovarian activity. Natural menopause is recognized after 12 months of amenorrhea without other causes. Women in the UK typically experience menopause between ages 45-55. The document also discusses premenopause, perimenopause, postmenopause, premature ovarian insufficiency, symptoms, diagnosis, and management including hormone replacement therapy.
This document provides information about menopause. It begins by defining menopause as the permanent cessation of menstruation and ovarian activity, typically occurring between ages 45-55. It then discusses various aspects of menopause like symptoms, causes, diagnosis, and management. Key points include that menopause marks the end of a woman's reproductive years; common symptoms are hot flashes, night sweats, and mood swings; and treatment options include lifestyle changes, supplements, medications, and hormone replacement therapy. The document also covers related topics like abnormal menopause, psychological impacts, and the role of midwives in menopause care.
Based on the information provided:
- The woman is 40 years old, which is below the typical age of menopause (around 50 years).
- She has not had any periods for 1 year.
To diagnose menopause in this woman:
1. I would do a beta human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) test to rule out pregnancy.
2. I would check a follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) level. An FSH level over 35 mIU/ml would support the diagnosis of menopause.
3. I would do an ultrasound of the pelvis to examine the ovaries and rule out other potential causes of amenorrhea like polycystic
Menopause is defined as the permanent cessation of menstruation and occurs naturally around age 51. It marks the end of a woman's reproductive years. The decline in ovarian function leads to lower estrogen levels and various symptoms. Common symptoms include hot flashes, night sweats, vaginal dryness, and increased risk of osteoporosis and heart disease. Hormone replacement therapy can help treat some menopausal symptoms but also carries risks like breast cancer if taken long term. Lifestyle changes like exercise, calcium/vitamin D supplements, and avoiding smoking are recommended to prevent health issues associated with menopause.
This document discusses menopause, including its definition, phases, causes, physiological changes, and treatments. Menopause is defined as the permanent cessation of menstruation due to loss of ovarian activity, usually occurring between ages 45-55. It involves four phases: pre-menopause, peri-menopause, menopausal phase, and post-menopausal phase. Physiological changes include increased risk of heart disease and osteoporosis due to lowered estrogen levels, as well as hot flashes, night sweats, and vaginal dryness. Treatments include non-hormonal options like diet, exercise, and supplements, as well as hormone replacement therapy using estrogen and/or progesterone to
Menopause typically occurs between ages 49-52 as the ovaries gradually slow production of eggs and reproductive hormones, causing menstrual periods to stop. It may be induced by surgery or occur prematurely under age 40. Symptoms include hot flashes, mood changes, and increased risk of osteoporosis and heart disease due to hormonal changes. Hormone replacement therapy can help treat symptoms but also carries risks if used long term. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle through diet, exercise, avoiding smoking and limiting alcohol can also help manage menopausal effects.
This document discusses a 52-year-old woman presenting with hot flashes and depression for 14 months without a period. It defines perimenopause, menopause and postmenopause, and lists common menopausal symptoms. It provides guidance on diagnosing and managing menopause, as well as addressing potential risks and benefits of hormone replacement therapy. Laboratory tests are not necessary to diagnose menopause in most women over age 45. Lifestyle changes and short-term hormone therapy are recommended for managing vasomotor symptoms.
Menopause is the permanent cessation of menstruation at the end of reproductive life due to loss of ovarian activity, usually occurring between ages 42-58. After menopause, women experience various physiological symptoms like loss of skin elasticity, osteoporosis, urogenital atrophy, and psychological changes like mood swings, difficulty sleeping, and forgetfulness due to hormonal changes. Surgical menopause occurs when the ovaries are removed during a hysterectomy, causing more severe symptoms. Management of menopause symptoms includes hormone replacement therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, exercise, and counseling.
This document discusses menopause and hormone replacement therapy. It begins by defining menopause as the permanent stoppage of menstruation due to declining ovarian function. It then discusses the stages of menopause including perimenopause and the changes in hormones like FSH and estrogen that occur. The document notes that menopause is a natural process but can cause both short term symptoms and long term health issues if estrogen is not replaced. It evaluates the risks and benefits of different treatment options for menopause including lifestyle changes, alternative therapies, medical treatments, and hormone replacement therapy.
Dr. Ann Steiner, Clinical Professor of OBGYN at Penn Medicine, discusses the changes that happen as a woman's body goes through menopause, as well as treating symptoms that result from these hormonal changes.
This document discusses the management of menopause. It begins with a case study of a 51-year-old woman experiencing less frequent periods, hot flashes, and vaginal dryness. It then covers how to diagnose menopause, differential diagnoses, common menopause problems like hot flashes and sleep issues, and treatment approaches. Non-hormonal treatments discussed include lifestyle changes, but evidence for supplements is inconsistent. Hormonal therapy is recommended for relieving menopausal symptoms in most women, though risks must be considered.
Mrs. A presented to the menopausal clinic distressed about her symptoms of menopause. She was experiencing hot flashes throughout the day and night, depression, irritability, and poor sleep. Her children had grown and left home, leaving her feeling lonely. The document then provides information on menopause, its stages and symptoms, and treatment options including hormone replacement therapy and lifestyle modifications.
This document discusses menopause and postmenopause. It defines menopause as the permanent cessation of menstruation due to loss of ovarian activity, usually occurring between ages 45-50. The document describes the hormonal changes, symptoms, risks, diagnosis, and treatment options associated with menopause including hormone replacement therapy and lifestyle modifications.
Menopause is defined as the absence of menstrual periods for at least 12 months. It typically occurs between ages 45-55, though can happen as early as age 30. Menopause is caused by a loss of responsiveness of the ovaries to hormones like FSH and LH, causing lower estrogen and progesterone levels. Common symptoms include irregular periods, hot flashes, mood changes, and increased risk for osteoporosis and heart disease. Treatment options include hormone replacement therapy, antidepressants, lifestyle changes, and lubricants to relieve vaginal dryness.
The document discusses how menopause affects women's lives and relationships. It notes that divorce rates are higher when women are in their 40s-60s, which some attribute to lower oxytocin levels during menopause that change a woman's thinking from "we" to "me." It also discusses how menopause symptoms like hot flashes and mood swings can negatively impact work productivity. Finally, it provides testimonials from women who found relief from menopause symptoms like hot flashes and night sweats using the natural supplement Err 731.
This document discusses menstruation, menopause, and hormone replacement therapy (HRT). It provides details on the phases of the menstrual cycle and how it is regulated by hormones. Symptoms of menopause like hot flashes and night sweats are explained. Treatment options for post-menopausal syndrome include HRT, lifestyle changes, supplements like black cohosh, and a new product called Meno-HRT which contains phytoestrogens and other ingredients as a natural alternative to HRT. The benefits and formulation of Meno-HRT are outlined.
This document discusses menopause, including its definition, stages, risk factors, signs and symptoms, and treatments. It defines menopause as the cessation of menstruation and reproductive ability in women. The presentation aims to describe menopause and its transitional stages, identify related risk factors, enumerate common signs and symptoms, and discuss treatment and nursing management.
Menopause: how to balance your hormones and live vibrantlyVandna Jerath, MD
Vandna Jerath, MD discusses menopause, hormonal imbalance, how to balance hormones, and living vibrantly for a health seminar at Parker Adventist Hospital in Parker, CO. She outlines a number of treatment modalities including hormone replacement therapy (HRT), bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT), and alternative therapy. She reviews the latest women's health updates related to menopause and vulvovaginal atrophy as well as her current practice usage of BioTE hormone pellet therapy and MonaLisa Touch vaginal laser revitalization treatment.
This document provides clinical practice guidelines for menopause. It defines menopause and related terms like peri-menopause. It describes the evaluation and assessment of patients, including history, examinations, and recommended lab tests. It also outlines the stages of menopause based on the STRAW+10 criteria and discusses common menopausal symptoms like vasomotor symptoms, genitourinary symptoms, and menstrual problems.
A functional disorder causes physical discomfort which makes everyday life difficult. It can be seen as a disorder where the mind and the body for various reasons are not functioning properly
Based on the information provided:
- The woman is 40 years old, which is below the typical age of menopause (around 50 years).
- She has not had any periods for 1 year.
To diagnose menopause in this woman:
1. I would do a beta human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) test to rule out pregnancy.
2. I would check a follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) level. An FSH level over 35 mIU/ml would support the diagnosis of menopause.
3. I would do an ultrasound of the pelvis to examine the ovaries and rule out other potential causes of amenorrhea like polycystic
Menopause is defined as the permanent cessation of menstruation and occurs naturally around age 51. It marks the end of a woman's reproductive years. The decline in ovarian function leads to lower estrogen levels and various symptoms. Common symptoms include hot flashes, night sweats, vaginal dryness, and increased risk of osteoporosis and heart disease. Hormone replacement therapy can help treat some menopausal symptoms but also carries risks like breast cancer if taken long term. Lifestyle changes like exercise, calcium/vitamin D supplements, and avoiding smoking are recommended to prevent health issues associated with menopause.
This document discusses menopause, including its definition, phases, causes, physiological changes, and treatments. Menopause is defined as the permanent cessation of menstruation due to loss of ovarian activity, usually occurring between ages 45-55. It involves four phases: pre-menopause, peri-menopause, menopausal phase, and post-menopausal phase. Physiological changes include increased risk of heart disease and osteoporosis due to lowered estrogen levels, as well as hot flashes, night sweats, and vaginal dryness. Treatments include non-hormonal options like diet, exercise, and supplements, as well as hormone replacement therapy using estrogen and/or progesterone to
Menopause typically occurs between ages 49-52 as the ovaries gradually slow production of eggs and reproductive hormones, causing menstrual periods to stop. It may be induced by surgery or occur prematurely under age 40. Symptoms include hot flashes, mood changes, and increased risk of osteoporosis and heart disease due to hormonal changes. Hormone replacement therapy can help treat symptoms but also carries risks if used long term. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle through diet, exercise, avoiding smoking and limiting alcohol can also help manage menopausal effects.
This document discusses a 52-year-old woman presenting with hot flashes and depression for 14 months without a period. It defines perimenopause, menopause and postmenopause, and lists common menopausal symptoms. It provides guidance on diagnosing and managing menopause, as well as addressing potential risks and benefits of hormone replacement therapy. Laboratory tests are not necessary to diagnose menopause in most women over age 45. Lifestyle changes and short-term hormone therapy are recommended for managing vasomotor symptoms.
Menopause is the permanent cessation of menstruation at the end of reproductive life due to loss of ovarian activity, usually occurring between ages 42-58. After menopause, women experience various physiological symptoms like loss of skin elasticity, osteoporosis, urogenital atrophy, and psychological changes like mood swings, difficulty sleeping, and forgetfulness due to hormonal changes. Surgical menopause occurs when the ovaries are removed during a hysterectomy, causing more severe symptoms. Management of menopause symptoms includes hormone replacement therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, exercise, and counseling.
This document discusses menopause and hormone replacement therapy. It begins by defining menopause as the permanent stoppage of menstruation due to declining ovarian function. It then discusses the stages of menopause including perimenopause and the changes in hormones like FSH and estrogen that occur. The document notes that menopause is a natural process but can cause both short term symptoms and long term health issues if estrogen is not replaced. It evaluates the risks and benefits of different treatment options for menopause including lifestyle changes, alternative therapies, medical treatments, and hormone replacement therapy.
Dr. Ann Steiner, Clinical Professor of OBGYN at Penn Medicine, discusses the changes that happen as a woman's body goes through menopause, as well as treating symptoms that result from these hormonal changes.
This document discusses the management of menopause. It begins with a case study of a 51-year-old woman experiencing less frequent periods, hot flashes, and vaginal dryness. It then covers how to diagnose menopause, differential diagnoses, common menopause problems like hot flashes and sleep issues, and treatment approaches. Non-hormonal treatments discussed include lifestyle changes, but evidence for supplements is inconsistent. Hormonal therapy is recommended for relieving menopausal symptoms in most women, though risks must be considered.
Mrs. A presented to the menopausal clinic distressed about her symptoms of menopause. She was experiencing hot flashes throughout the day and night, depression, irritability, and poor sleep. Her children had grown and left home, leaving her feeling lonely. The document then provides information on menopause, its stages and symptoms, and treatment options including hormone replacement therapy and lifestyle modifications.
This document discusses menopause and postmenopause. It defines menopause as the permanent cessation of menstruation due to loss of ovarian activity, usually occurring between ages 45-50. The document describes the hormonal changes, symptoms, risks, diagnosis, and treatment options associated with menopause including hormone replacement therapy and lifestyle modifications.
Menopause is defined as the absence of menstrual periods for at least 12 months. It typically occurs between ages 45-55, though can happen as early as age 30. Menopause is caused by a loss of responsiveness of the ovaries to hormones like FSH and LH, causing lower estrogen and progesterone levels. Common symptoms include irregular periods, hot flashes, mood changes, and increased risk for osteoporosis and heart disease. Treatment options include hormone replacement therapy, antidepressants, lifestyle changes, and lubricants to relieve vaginal dryness.
The document discusses how menopause affects women's lives and relationships. It notes that divorce rates are higher when women are in their 40s-60s, which some attribute to lower oxytocin levels during menopause that change a woman's thinking from "we" to "me." It also discusses how menopause symptoms like hot flashes and mood swings can negatively impact work productivity. Finally, it provides testimonials from women who found relief from menopause symptoms like hot flashes and night sweats using the natural supplement Err 731.
This document discusses menstruation, menopause, and hormone replacement therapy (HRT). It provides details on the phases of the menstrual cycle and how it is regulated by hormones. Symptoms of menopause like hot flashes and night sweats are explained. Treatment options for post-menopausal syndrome include HRT, lifestyle changes, supplements like black cohosh, and a new product called Meno-HRT which contains phytoestrogens and other ingredients as a natural alternative to HRT. The benefits and formulation of Meno-HRT are outlined.
This document discusses menopause, including its definition, stages, risk factors, signs and symptoms, and treatments. It defines menopause as the cessation of menstruation and reproductive ability in women. The presentation aims to describe menopause and its transitional stages, identify related risk factors, enumerate common signs and symptoms, and discuss treatment and nursing management.
Menopause: how to balance your hormones and live vibrantlyVandna Jerath, MD
Vandna Jerath, MD discusses menopause, hormonal imbalance, how to balance hormones, and living vibrantly for a health seminar at Parker Adventist Hospital in Parker, CO. She outlines a number of treatment modalities including hormone replacement therapy (HRT), bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT), and alternative therapy. She reviews the latest women's health updates related to menopause and vulvovaginal atrophy as well as her current practice usage of BioTE hormone pellet therapy and MonaLisa Touch vaginal laser revitalization treatment.
This document provides clinical practice guidelines for menopause. It defines menopause and related terms like peri-menopause. It describes the evaluation and assessment of patients, including history, examinations, and recommended lab tests. It also outlines the stages of menopause based on the STRAW+10 criteria and discusses common menopausal symptoms like vasomotor symptoms, genitourinary symptoms, and menstrual problems.
A functional disorder causes physical discomfort which makes everyday life difficult. It can be seen as a disorder where the mind and the body for various reasons are not functioning properly
This document discusses headaches that can occur during pregnancy. It begins by defining headaches and listing various types. It then discusses the different types of headaches that can happen in each trimester of pregnancy, including the hormonal and physical factors that can contribute to headaches. It provides tips for coping with pregnancy headaches. The document also covers primary headache disorders like migraines, tension headaches, and cluster headaches. It discusses secondary headache disorders and how to assess and treat headaches during pregnancy.
Menopausal symptoms and management in younger women - Emily O’DonovanIrish Cancer Society
1. The document discusses menopausal symptoms that can occur in younger women undergoing breast cancer treatment, such as hot flashes, vaginal dryness, mood changes, and sleep disturbances.
2. Potential coping strategies are presented, including lifestyle changes, relaxation techniques, prescription medications, and exercise.
3. It is recommended that women discuss any menopausal symptoms or medications with their medical oncologist.
Menopause - Dr. K Jayanthi Rani - Ethiraj College For Women.pptxDrMsJayanthiRani
The document discusses several physical changes that occur in sensory and motor functioning during middle adulthood, including a gradual decline in vision, hearing, touch sensitivity, strength, coordination and reaction time. It also covers changes in the reproductive systems for both males and females during this period, such as menopause in women which brings hot flashes and other symptoms, and a modest decline in testosterone and sperm count for men which can impact sexual functioning.
Menopause is defined as the permanent stopping of menstrual periods and the inability to bear children, which typically occurs between ages 49-52. It is caused by the natural decline of reproductive hormones. Common signs and symptoms include irregular periods, hot flashes, sleep problems, and mood changes. While menopause requires no treatment, options to relieve symptoms include hormone therapy, antidepressants, and lifestyle changes like exercise and stress reduction. Long-term risks include heart disease, osteoporosis, and weight gain.
This document discusses various gynecological infections and abnormalities. It begins by defining and describing dysmenorrhea (painful periods) and its causes. It then discusses premenstrual syndrome (PMS), defining it as a cluster of physical and psychological symptoms before menstruation. Precipitating factors and common symptoms of PMS are provided. Treatment options for both dysmenorrhea and PMS focus on reducing pain and inflammation. These include NSAIDs, oral contraceptives, exercise, and tranquilizers or diuretics to help manage mood changes and bloating respectively.
Agnus castus Homeopathic materia medica slide show presentation by Dr.Hansraj...Dr.hansraj salve
Agnus castus Homeopathic materia medica slide show presentation by Dr.Hansraj salve Learn whole homeopathic Materia medica in new style with Dr.hansraj salve. For daily new update about new drug visit to our Website –hmmslideshow.esy.es
it is about nervous system disorders
(1) depression, positive and negative symptoms and its relation with hormones, especially dopamine
(2) schizophrenia positive and negative symptoms and short video illustrate the patient life.
(3) bipolar disorder positive and negative symptoms + the difference between the manic and depressive mood with a 2 short video to illustrate the patient life.
—the difference between major depression and bipolar disorder.
(4) Parkinson’s disease positive and negative symptoms with a short video to illustrate the patient life.
(5) drug addiction positive and negative symptoms with an explanation of The reward system besides a short video to illustrate the patient life.
(6) Alzheimer’s disease symptoms and the brain of the patient.
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This document summarizes a nursing education day presentation on depression. The presentation covered that depression is a real illness that affects people differently and is treatable. It discussed the history and definitions of depression, symptoms, prevalence rates, links between depression and heart disease, how depression can impact patients with heart conditions, and treatment approaches including screening, normalization, and teaching positive coping skills.
- Menopause is defined as the permanent end of fertility and occurs on average at age 51, marking 12 consecutive months without a menstrual period.
- Symptoms include hot flashes, night sweats, sleep disturbances, mood changes, and vaginal changes.
- Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is often used to treat menopausal symptoms but comes with risks like blood clots, breast cancer, and uterine cancer.
- Lifestyle changes like exercise and diet can help prevent long-term problems like osteoporosis and heart disease that are associated with menopause.
This document discusses depression and anxiety, including their signs, symptoms, types, and treatments. Depression is described as a common and treatable medical illness that affects physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Anxiety involves feelings of fear, worry, and uneasiness. The document outlines different types of depression and anxiety and lists common signs and symptoms. It also discusses diagnostic evaluations and various treatment options for depression and anxiety, including medications, psychotherapy, and alternative therapies like exercise.
Dysmenorrhoea is menstrual cramps and pain associated with menstruation. It affects approximately 50% of women and is caused by prostaglandins released during menstruation which cause uterine contractions and pain. Primary dysmenorrhoea occurs without underlying issues and is most common in adolescent women. Secondary dysmenorrhoea has underlying causes like endometriosis. Treatment includes medications like NSAIDs and hormonal contraceptives to reduce pain.
Anxiety disorders are the most common mental disorders, affecting nearly 30% of adults. Anxiety is a normal reaction to stress but anxiety disorders involve excessive fear or anxiety. Anxiety disorders have various causes like genetics, personality traits, medical conditions, substance use, and stressful life events. Common anxiety disorders include panic disorder, social anxiety disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, and specific phobias. Treatment helps most people lead normal lives.
The document provides guidance on caring for dying patients. It discusses recognizing hope at end-of-life, assessing patients, and managing common symptoms in the last months, weeks, days, and hours of life such as pain, breathing issues, nausea, secretions, and psychological concerns. Effective care involves addressing the patient's symptoms, needs, and goals through both medical management and comforting the patient and family.
Absent or irregular periods??
Menstrual cycle disorders can cause a woman’s periods to be absent or infrequent. Although some women do not mind missing their menstrual period, these changes should always be discussed with a healthcare provider because they can signal underlying medical conditions and potentially have long-term health consequences. A woman who misses more than three menstrual periods (either consecutively or over the course of a year) should see a healthcare provider.
Guillain-Barre syndrome is an inflammatory disorder of the peripheral nervous system that causes muscle weakness. It is usually triggered by a bacterial or viral infection. The main symptoms include numbness and tingling in the lower body that spreads upwards, causing muscle weakness, paralysis, and difficulty with bodily functions like breathing and swallowing. Diagnosis involves lumbar puncture, electromyography, and nerve conduction tests. Treatment focuses on plasma exchange or immunoglobulin therapy to speed recovery. Nursing care centers around managing symptoms like pain and impaired mobility, as well as risks of complications like respiratory issues.
This document discusses hormone replacement therapy using bioidentical hormones. It notes that hormones play an important role in health for both men and women, and that hormone imbalance can cause many symptoms. Pellet therapy is presented as the most effective delivery method for bioidentical hormones, providing steady levels without side effects. The benefits of hormone balancing for conditions like menopause, andropause, osteoporosis, Alzheimer's, heart health, and arthritis are summarized. Key takeaways emphasize finding an expert for individualized hormone testing and therapy.
6. Peri menopause
• Menopause transition (peri-menopause)
• The physical signs of menopause begin
• Estrogen gradually decline
7. Peri menopause
• Menopause transition (peri-menopause)
• The physical signs of menopause begin
• Estrogen gradually decline
• Irregular periods, hot flashes, sleep disturbances, mood swings, low sex
drive and vaginal dryness
8. Peri menopause
• Menopause transition (peri-menopause)
• The physical signs of menopause begin
• Estrogen gradually decline
• Irregular periods, hot flashes, sleep disturbances, mood swings, low sex
drive and vaginal dryness
• 6-10 years
9. Peri menopause
• Menopause transition (peri-menopause)
• The physical signs of menopause begin
• Estrogen gradually decline
• Irregular periods, hot flashes, sleep disturbances, mood swings, low sex
drive and vaginal dryness
• 6-10 years
• 1 year
10. Peri menopause
• Menopause transition (peri-menopause)
• The physical signs of menopause begin
• Estrogen gradually decline
• Irregular periods, hot flashes, sleep disturbances, mood swings, low sex
drive and vaginal dryness
• 6-10 years
• 1 year
15. Confirming Menopause
• Menopause is a normal, natural life event.
• End of fertility
• Average at age 51
• Final menstrual period (absence of 12 consecutive periods)
16. Confirming Menopause
• Menopause is a normal, natural life event.
• End of fertility
• Average at age 51
• Final menstrual period (absence of 12 consecutive periods)
• Experience moderate to severe hot flashes or other menopausal symptoms
17. Confirming Menopause
• Menopause is a normal, natural life event.
• End of fertility
• Average at age 51
• Final menstrual period (absence of 12 consecutive periods)
• Experience moderate to severe hot flashes or other menopausal symptoms
• Have lost bone mass and either aren't able to tolerate other treatments or
aren't benefitting from other treatments
18. Confirming Menopause
• Menopause is a normal, natural life event.
• End of fertility
• Average at age 51
• Final menstrual period (absence of 12 consecutive periods)
• Experience moderate to severe hot flashes or other menopausal symptoms
• Have lost bone mass and either aren't able to tolerate other treatments or
aren't benefitting from other treatments
• Stopped having periods before age 40 (premature menopause) or lost normal
function of your ovaries before age 40 (premature ovarian failure)
20. Induced and Premature Menopause
• Induced: At any age, no menstrual periods due to a medical intervention
21. Induced and Premature Menopause
• Induced: At any age, no menstrual periods due to a medical intervention
• Premature: Age 40 or younger. Result of genetics, autoimmune disorders, or
medical conditions
22. Induced and Premature Menopause
• Induced: At any age, no menstrual periods due to a medical intervention
• Premature: Age 40 or younger. Result of genetics, autoimmune disorders, or
medical conditions
• CONCERNS.......
23. Induced and Premature Menopause
• Induced: At any age, no menstrual periods due to a medical intervention
• Premature: Age 40 or younger. Result of genetics, autoimmune disorders, or
medical conditions
• CONCERNS.......
• Abrupt loss of estrogen intense menopause changes---> more increased
need for treatment of symptoms. Younger women- increased risk of
osteoporosis and heart disease, must be monitored closely and treated.
26. Hot Flashes
• The most common discomfort is the “hot flash/hot flush”
• Changes in hypothalamus (gland which regulates body temperature)
The Hyopothalamus senses body heat, attempts to cool down
Blood flows to surface to dissipate heat. Pulse rate and perspiration increase.
Chills may follow.
27. Hot Flashes
• The most common discomfort is the “hot flash/hot flush”
• Changes in hypothalamus (gland which regulates body temperature)
The Hyopothalamus senses body heat, attempts to cool down
Blood flows to surface to dissipate heat. Pulse rate and perspiration increase.
Chills may follow.
• Hot flashes usually stop on their own over time without treatment.
28. Hot Flashes
• The most common discomfort is the “hot flash/hot flush”
• Changes in hypothalamus (gland which regulates body temperature)
The Hyopothalamus senses body heat, attempts to cool down
Blood flows to surface to dissipate heat. Pulse rate and perspiration increase.
Chills may follow.
• Hot flashes usually stop on their own over time without treatment.
• Treatments: lifestyle changes, nonprescription remedies, prescription
remedies-estrogen and progesterone, antidepressants, Neurontin-(anti-
seizure medication), Clonidine- (BP medication).
30. What About Supplements?
• “Natural” remedies marketed as “dietary” supplements (including even topical
progesterone cream and other nonprescription hormone treatments) Black
cohosh, licorice, don quai, wild yam, evening primrose, are not (FDA)
approved
31. What About Supplements?
• “Natural” remedies marketed as “dietary” supplements (including even topical
progesterone cream and other nonprescription hormone treatments) Black
cohosh, licorice, don quai, wild yam, evening primrose, are not (FDA)
approved
• Prescription medications are FDA approved
32. What About Supplements?
• “Natural” remedies marketed as “dietary” supplements (including even topical
progesterone cream and other nonprescription hormone treatments) Black
cohosh, licorice, don quai, wild yam, evening primrose, are not (FDA)
approved
• Prescription medications are FDA approved
• Herbal Alternatives for Menopause Trial (HALT)showed no increased
effectiveness of herbals versus estrogen for relief of menopausal symptoms.
35. Sleeping?
• Perimenopausal insomnia is often occurs due to hot flashes during the night
as well as mid life stressors.
• Treatment of sleep disturbances should first focus on improving sleep routine
with good sleep hygiene.
36. Sleeping?
• Perimenopausal insomnia is often occurs due to hot flashes during the night
as well as mid life stressors.
• Treatment of sleep disturbances should first focus on improving sleep routine
with good sleep hygiene.
• When lifestyle changes fail to alleviate sleep disturbances, health care
providers should be consulted to discuss other options and to rule out other
causes such as thyroid abnormalities, allergies, anemia, restless leg,
depression, or sleep apnea (breathing problems).
38. Headaches
• Women are at increased risk for hormonal headaches during peri-menopause
if they have had menstrual headaches in the past
39. Headaches
• Women are at increased risk for hormonal headaches during peri-menopause
if they have had menstrual headaches in the past
• Most hormonal headaches do not require treatment or can be treated with
nonprescription pain medications.
40. Headaches
• Women are at increased risk for hormonal headaches during peri-menopause
if they have had menstrual headaches in the past
• Most hormonal headaches do not require treatment or can be treated with
nonprescription pain medications.
• More serious headaches such as migraines, may require prescription
medication.
42. Memory
• No evidence that menopause causes memory loss. However... difficulty
remembering and concentrating are common complaints during peri-
menopause and the years right after menopause.
43. Memory
• No evidence that menopause causes memory loss. However... difficulty
remembering and concentrating are common complaints during peri-
menopause and the years right after menopause.
• Remaining physically, socially, and mentally active may help prevent memory
loss.
44. Memory
• No evidence that menopause causes memory loss. However... difficulty
remembering and concentrating are common complaints during peri-
menopause and the years right after menopause.
• Remaining physically, socially, and mentally active may help prevent memory
loss.
• Women who are concerned about declining cognitive performance are
advised to consult with their healthcare provider.
46. Moody?
• Few scientific studies prove that menopause contributes to true clinical
depression, severe anxiety, or erratic behavior.
47. Moody?
• Few scientific studies prove that menopause contributes to true clinical
depression, severe anxiety, or erratic behavior.
• During peri-menopause- there are reports of tearfulness, mood swings, and
feeling blue or discouraged.
48. Moody?
• Few scientific studies prove that menopause contributes to true clinical
depression, severe anxiety, or erratic behavior.
• During peri-menopause- there are reports of tearfulness, mood swings, and
feeling blue or discouraged.
• A healthcare provider can help determine the cause of mental health
stressors, assess options, and prescribe appropriate treatment.
50. Dryness etc...
• At least one-third of all women will experience some troubling symptoms in
the vulvo-vaginal area
51. Dryness etc...
• At least one-third of all women will experience some troubling symptoms in
the vulvo-vaginal area
• Vaginal discharge, irritation, burning, dryness, itchiness, and pain (both with
or without sexual activity).
52. Dryness etc...
• At least one-third of all women will experience some troubling symptoms in
the vulvo-vaginal area
• Vaginal discharge, irritation, burning, dryness, itchiness, and pain (both with
or without sexual activity).
• Many possible causes. Do not assume due to reduced estrogen levels.
Symptoms should be investigated by a clinician to identify the cause and
possible treatment. A regular pelvic exam is recommend for all women age
menopause and beyond, w/wo symptoms or even if not sexually active.
54. Libido
• Libido (sex drive) generally decreases with age in both sexes, but varies
individually.
55. Libido
• Libido (sex drive) generally decreases with age in both sexes, but varies
individually.
• Research shows women 2-3x less desire than men. Low desire common in
relationships of long duration.
56. Libido
• Libido (sex drive) generally decreases with age in both sexes, but varies
individually.
• Research shows women 2-3x less desire than men. Low desire common in
relationships of long duration.
• Evaluate the cause before determining if treatment is needed.
58. Leaking?
• Urinary symptoms, including incontinence (persistent, involuntary leaking of
urine), become more common with aging.
59. Leaking?
• Urinary symptoms, including incontinence (persistent, involuntary leaking of
urine), become more common with aging.
• Women are much more prone to the occasional episode of urine leakage than
men. These symptoms may be partially affected by menopause.
60. Leaking?
• Urinary symptoms, including incontinence (persistent, involuntary leaking of
urine), become more common with aging.
• Women are much more prone to the occasional episode of urine leakage than
men. These symptoms may be partially affected by menopause.
• Aging may cause surrounding pelvic muscles to weaken.
61. Leaking?
• Urinary symptoms, including incontinence (persistent, involuntary leaking of
urine), become more common with aging.
• Women are much more prone to the occasional episode of urine leakage than
men. These symptoms may be partially affected by menopause.
• Aging may cause surrounding pelvic muscles to weaken.
• Lack of estrogen can cause thinning of the lining of the urethra, the outlet for
the bladder.
63. Weight
• Age 40s and 50s, women often gain weight, and sometimes attribute this gain
to menopause??
64. Weight
• Age 40s and 50s, women often gain weight, and sometimes attribute this gain
to menopause??
• In general, fewer calories are needed after midlife because less energy is
expended.
65. Weight
• Age 40s and 50s, women often gain weight, and sometimes attribute this gain
to menopause??
• In general, fewer calories are needed after midlife because less energy is
expended.
• Whether weight gain is linked to menopause itself and/or age, the important
thing is that studies shows that weight gain around menopause years can be
prevented by exercise and diet—by minimizing fat gain and maintaining
muscle, thereby reducing body size and burning more calories!
67. Skin
• Aging skin undergoes normal loss of collagen and elasticity, which creates
slight sags, wrinkles and increase dryness
68. Skin
• Aging skin undergoes normal loss of collagen and elasticity, which creates
slight sags, wrinkles and increase dryness
• Decrease estrogen at menopause contribute to a decline in skin collagen and
thickness, which is more rapid in the years immediately after menopause
69. Skin
• Aging skin undergoes normal loss of collagen and elasticity, which creates
slight sags, wrinkles and increase dryness
• Decrease estrogen at menopause contribute to a decline in skin collagen and
thickness, which is more rapid in the years immediately after menopause
• Estrogen therapy may have benefit on skin, but it cannot reverse genetic
aging or sun damage, or change any risk of skin cancer
70. Skin
• Aging skin undergoes normal loss of collagen and elasticity, which creates
slight sags, wrinkles and increase dryness
• Decrease estrogen at menopause contribute to a decline in skin collagen and
thickness, which is more rapid in the years immediately after menopause
• Estrogen therapy may have benefit on skin, but it cannot reverse genetic
aging or sun damage, or change any risk of skin cancer
• Estrogen should never be used solely to improve skin
72. Hair
• Aging - hair will become gray and more brittle. Excessive hair growth
(hirsutism) may occur in areas that are androgen-sensitive, such as the chin,
upper lip, and cheeks.
73. Hair
• Aging - hair will become gray and more brittle. Excessive hair growth
(hirsutism) may occur in areas that are androgen-sensitive, such as the chin,
upper lip, and cheeks.
• Menopause-related shift in the balance between androgen and estrogen can
also result in the opposite effect—hair loss.
74. Hair
• Aging - hair will become gray and more brittle. Excessive hair growth
(hirsutism) may occur in areas that are androgen-sensitive, such as the chin,
upper lip, and cheeks.
• Menopause-related shift in the balance between androgen and estrogen can
also result in the opposite effect—hair loss.
• Recommendation: Eating a healthy diet, adding a daily multivitamin, avoiding
harsh chemicals and sunlight that dry hair.
75. Hair
• Aging - hair will become gray and more brittle. Excessive hair growth
(hirsutism) may occur in areas that are androgen-sensitive, such as the chin,
upper lip, and cheeks.
• Menopause-related shift in the balance between androgen and estrogen can
also result in the opposite effect—hair loss.
• Recommendation: Eating a healthy diet, adding a daily multivitamin, avoiding
harsh chemicals and sunlight that dry hair.
• Mild Hirsutism: plucking, waxing, shaving, bleaching, electrolysis, and laser
treatment. Laser is recommended for large areas.
77. Eyes
• chronic dry eye: dry, scratchy eyes, often with light sensitivity, blurred vision,
increased tearing, or swollen or reddened eyelids
78. Eyes
• chronic dry eye: dry, scratchy eyes, often with light sensitivity, blurred vision,
increased tearing, or swollen or reddened eyelids
• Condition may be worse in climates with dry air, or from certain diseases and
with the use of some drugs
79. Eyes
• chronic dry eye: dry, scratchy eyes, often with light sensitivity, blurred vision,
increased tearing, or swollen or reddened eyelids
• Condition may be worse in climates with dry air, or from certain diseases and
with the use of some drugs
• Try: Increasing water intake, good diet include vitamin A, C,E,. Eye protection
with glasses and prevention of eye strain and prescription or over the counter
eye drops to help provide relief.
81. Health Concerns
• Cardiovascular diseases - the number one killer of women in North America.
After age 55, more than half of all deaths in women are caused by
cardiovascular disease. Risk for this disease increases after menopause.
82. Health Concerns
• Cardiovascular diseases - the number one killer of women in North America.
After age 55, more than half of all deaths in women are caused by
cardiovascular disease. Risk for this disease increases after menopause.
• Diabetes- Increased risk when weight gain occurs.
83. Health Concerns
• Cardiovascular diseases - the number one killer of women in North America.
After age 55, more than half of all deaths in women are caused by
cardiovascular disease. Risk for this disease increases after menopause.
• Diabetes- Increased risk when weight gain occurs.
• Osteoporosis - a skeletal disorder in which bone strength has weakened to a
point where the bone is fragile and at higher risk for fractures.
84. Health Concerns
• Cardiovascular diseases - the number one killer of women in North America.
After age 55, more than half of all deaths in women are caused by
cardiovascular disease. Risk for this disease increases after menopause.
• Diabetes- Increased risk when weight gain occurs.
• Osteoporosis - a skeletal disorder in which bone strength has weakened to a
point where the bone is fragile and at higher risk for fractures.
• Cancer- Menopause is not associated with increased cancer risk.
86. Hormone Therapy
• Several prescription drugs are available to help relieve menopause-related
symptoms and decrease long-term health risks across the menopause
transition and beyond.
87. Hormone Therapy
• Several prescription drugs are available to help relieve menopause-related
symptoms and decrease long-term health risks across the menopause
transition and beyond.
• Hormone therapies are the prescription drugs used most often when treating
menopause symptoms.
88. Hormone Therapy
• Several prescription drugs are available to help relieve menopause-related
symptoms and decrease long-term health risks across the menopause
transition and beyond.
• Hormone therapies are the prescription drugs used most often when treating
menopause symptoms.
• Estrogen therapy (ET) has been widely studied and used for more than 50
years by millions of women. Gold Standard.
89. Hormone Therapy
• Several prescription drugs are available to help relieve menopause-related
symptoms and decrease long-term health risks across the menopause
transition and beyond.
• Hormone therapies are the prescription drugs used most often when treating
menopause symptoms.
• Estrogen therapy (ET) has been widely studied and used for more than 50
years by millions of women. Gold Standard.
• Many kinds of estrogen therapies are available to treat menopause-related
symptoms. A variety of estrogen types, delivery systems, and dosage
strengths give each woman a better chance to find an option which is best.
91. Who Should Consider Hormone Therapy?
• Experience moderate to severe hot flashes or other menopausal symptoms
92. Who Should Consider Hormone Therapy?
• Experience moderate to severe hot flashes or other menopausal symptoms
• Have lost bone mass and either aren't able to tolerate other treatments or
aren't benefitting from other treatments
93. Who Should Consider Hormone Therapy?
• Experience moderate to severe hot flashes or other menopausal symptoms
• Have lost bone mass and either aren't able to tolerate other treatments or
aren't benefitting from other treatments
• Stopped having periods before age 40 (premature menopause) or lost normal
function of your ovaries before age 40 (premature ovarian failure) As you are
95. Who should not take Hormone Therapy?
• Women with breast cancer, heart disease or a history of blood clots should
not take hormone therapy for relief of menopause symptoms.
96. Who should not take Hormone Therapy?
• Women with breast cancer, heart disease or a history of blood clots should
not take hormone therapy for relief of menopause symptoms.
• Women who aren’t bothered by menopause symptoms
98. Hormone Therapy Benefits
• Hormone therapy can alleviate hot flashes, ease vaginal symptoms such as
dryness, itching, burning and discomfort with intercourse
99. Hormone Therapy Benefits
• Hormone therapy can alleviate hot flashes, ease vaginal symptoms such as
dryness, itching, burning and discomfort with intercourse
• Long-term HRT for the prevention of postmenopausal conditions is no longer
routinely recommended. But women who take estrogen for short-term relief of
menopausal symptoms may gain some protection against Osteoporosis,
Colon Cancer and Cardiovascular Diseases.
100. Hormone Therapy Benefits
• Hormone therapy can alleviate hot flashes, ease vaginal symptoms such as
dryness, itching, burning and discomfort with intercourse
• Long-term HRT for the prevention of postmenopausal conditions is no longer
routinely recommended. But women who take estrogen for short-term relief of
menopausal symptoms may gain some protection against Osteoporosis,
Colon Cancer and Cardiovascular Diseases.
• ERT or HRT (estrogen and progesterone) what’s the difference?
102. Risks of Hormone Therapy
• In the largest clinical trial to date, combination estrogen-progestin (Prempro)
increased the risk of the following serious health conditions.
103. Risks of Hormone Therapy
• In the largest clinical trial to date, combination estrogen-progestin (Prempro)
increased the risk of the following serious health conditions.
• Over one year, 10,000 women taking estrogen plus progestin might
experience: 7 > cases of heart disease than placebo, 8 >cases of breast
cancer than placebo 8 > cases of stroke than placebo. 18 more cases of
blood clots than placebo. An increase in abnormal mammograms, particularly
false positives
104. Risks of Hormone Therapy
• In the largest clinical trial to date, combination estrogen-progestin (Prempro)
increased the risk of the following serious health conditions.
• Over one year, 10,000 women taking estrogen plus progestin might
experience: 7 > cases of heart disease than placebo, 8 >cases of breast
cancer than placebo 8 > cases of stroke than placebo. 18 more cases of
blood clots than placebo. An increase in abnormal mammograms, particularly
false positives
• In cases of estrogen without progestin: The study found no increased risk of
breast cancer or heart disease.12> cases of stroke than placebo 6> cases of
blood clots in the legs than women taking a placebo. An increase in
mammography abnormalities.
105. Risks of Hormone Therapy
• In the largest clinical trial to date, combination estrogen-progestin (Prempro)
increased the risk of the following serious health conditions.
• Over one year, 10,000 women taking estrogen plus progestin might
experience: 7 > cases of heart disease than placebo, 8 >cases of breast
cancer than placebo 8 > cases of stroke than placebo. 18 more cases of
blood clots than placebo. An increase in abnormal mammograms, particularly
false positives
• In cases of estrogen without progestin: The study found no increased risk of
breast cancer or heart disease.12> cases of stroke than placebo 6> cases of
blood clots in the legs than women taking a placebo. An increase in
mammography abnormalities.
• The effect of hormone therapy on mammograms * important. Suggests
women on hormone therapy may need more frequent mammograms and
additional testing.
107. Hormone Therapy
• Progestogen: to treat symptoms such as hot flashes, to manage abnormal
uterine bleeding, or to counter “estrogen dominance” that can occur in some
women as estrogen levels fluctuate to high levels.
108. Hormone Therapy
• Progestogen: to treat symptoms such as hot flashes, to manage abnormal
uterine bleeding, or to counter “estrogen dominance” that can occur in some
women as estrogen levels fluctuate to high levels.
• Combined estrogen-progestogen therapy (EPT) with various dosing
schedules (often called “regimens”): Estrogen and progestogen separately or
through convenient combination EPT products.
109. Hormone Therapy
• Progestogen: to treat symptoms such as hot flashes, to manage abnormal
uterine bleeding, or to counter “estrogen dominance” that can occur in some
women as estrogen levels fluctuate to high levels.
• Combined estrogen-progestogen therapy (EPT) with various dosing
schedules (often called “regimens”): Estrogen and progestogen separately or
through convenient combination EPT products.
• Each woman should feel comfortable exploring options with her clinician to
determine which is best for her.
111. Compounded Hormones
• (“Custom-compounded”) hormone products—containing one or more of
various hormones in varied amounts, depending on the individual prescriber’s
order. Mixed in other ingredients that hold everything together, suppository,
under tongue tablet, under skin pellet, cream, gel, liquid, nasal spray.
112. Compounded Hormones
• (“Custom-compounded”) hormone products—containing one or more of
various hormones in varied amounts, depending on the individual prescriber’s
order. Mixed in other ingredients that hold everything together, suppository,
under tongue tablet, under skin pellet, cream, gel, liquid, nasal spray.
• Risks- although the “active ingredients” are government approved, mixtures
are not, because they have not been studied to confirm that they are
absorbed appropriately or provide predictable levels in blood and tissue.
Thus, little or no scientific evidence about the effects of these hormones on
the body, either good or bad.
115. Optimal Health
• There is no universal menopause experience. Menopause can mark the
beginning of an exciting new time of life (no periods/no pregnancy)
116. Optimal Health
• There is no universal menopause experience. Menopause can mark the
beginning of an exciting new time of life (no periods/no pregnancy)
• Regular clinical checkups will help a woman achieve optimal health and
identify health conditions
117. Optimal Health
• There is no universal menopause experience. Menopause can mark the
beginning of an exciting new time of life (no periods/no pregnancy)
• Regular clinical checkups will help a woman achieve optimal health and
identify health conditions
• Regular mammograms over 40 every 2 years and every year after 50. Pap
tests every 1-3 years. Bone density per history. Colonoscopy at 50 or earlier
with history