{"id":2588,"date":"2019-01-04T12:19:08","date_gmt":"2019-01-04T12:19:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/veryhealthy.life\/?p=2588"},"modified":"2021-07-28T11:56:05","modified_gmt":"2021-07-28T11:56:05","slug":"19-questions-women-are-afraid-to-ask-about-menopause","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/veryhealthy.life\/19-questions-women-are-afraid-to-ask-about-menopause\/","title":{"rendered":"19 Questions Women Are Afraid to Ask About Menopause"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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At some point during women\u2019s lifetime, she undergoes a transition called menopause. It is when a woman stops having a menstrual cycle for about a year. Women should know that this is a normal cycle that is experienced by all women and it is the beginning of the end of being reproductive. Some women know what happens during menopause while some do not have even little knowledge of what are the effects of the menopause and what they will experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is a unique phase that is encountered by every woman although some may experience minor symptoms while others may have a bad experience with hot flashes that are extreme, gaining weight and even having vaginal dryness. It does not matter the different experience by different women, but all women should have the right knowledge when it comes to their menopause.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They should talk to a healthcare expert who can advise them accordingly so that these transitions can be smooth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are 20 questions women are afraid to ask about menopause:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. What is the age when a woman may go through menopause?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

While this question may look obvious, it is not easy. It is because all women are not the same but in most cases, the menstruation cycle for most women will stop between the age of 4 to 55, and the menopause average is 51.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To some women, menopause can start even without the knowledge of the woman, and she may not discover whether she is undergoing any changes. These changes may start in the early forties in some women while others may not experience these changes until they reach fifties hence it will depend on various women.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Telling whether you have an ovarian cyst<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The genetic <\/a>of a woman is what determines the age at which the menopause of a woman may start. Therefore, most women may experience these changes around the same ages as that of their sisters and mothers. However, other factors may also contribute such as chemotherapy, smoking and decline of the ovary that can lead to early menopause.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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2. How is menopause different from perimenopause?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Perimenopause<\/a> can be said to be the period of the life of a woman before menopause can occur. The body of the woman starts the menopause process, and this means that the production of hormones from the ovaries has started to reduce. It is during this time for some women that they start experiencing hot flashes and they may also notice that their menstrual cycle is not as it used to be, but it has become irregular.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Once the woman has not experienced menstrual cycle for 12 months consecutively, then the menopause stage begins. Experiencing hot flashes can be a bad experience for too many women because it makes them uncomfortable and even comes with bad effects. These are some of the effects that can make women notice that they are having perimenopause and they should now know menopause is approaching. Women can control such feelings by ensuring they avoid doing things that can contribute to hot flashes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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3. What are the kinds of symptoms that are experienced by women during the menopause stage?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The largest percentage of women experience hot flashes during menopause. These hot flashes<\/a> may just come at any time of the day, and they can be said to be a feeling of feverish heat. It can occur during day and night.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, some women may experience pains in the joints and muscles. Some may also experience mood swings. These changes have not been known whether they occur because of the process of aging, changes in hormones or the process of menopause. Therefore, the largest percentage of women have to deal with hot flashes which are just random and can cause a lot of misery to women who do not know what they are going through.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Women need to understand and learn about hot flashes so that they can know the necessary measures that they can take to avoid the hot flashes being severe. The measures mentioned can reduce the hot flashes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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4. Do all women experience flashes in the same manner?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Every woman may describe her hot flashes differently. However, mostly the hot flashes feel as though the temperature of your body has risen. The hot flashes mostly affect women from their waist and up and in some the skin color can change to red, or it may be blotchy. During this time, some women may also experience sweating, being the dizzy <\/a>and palpitating heart.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

These hot flashes occur randomly, and there is no known reason when they can occur. It can be on a daily basis or they can also occur at multiple times of the day. Hot flashes in women may be different in that there are those who can experience it for a few months or a year while others will have to bear these hot flashes for years before they can stop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For instance if you smoke, you can stop smoking, if you are overweight you can decide to lose weight and you can also use a fan when your house is hot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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5. Does the menopause stage affect the health of your bones?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Osteoporosis is a disease where bones become brittle and it is a chronic medical condition that may affect women. It is during menopause when there is a decline in estrogen production in women. The decline in the production of estrogen in women during menopause leads to the decrease in the amount of calcium <\/a>in the bones, and this can lead to reduced bone density.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The condition can lead to women being affected, and she may experience bone fractures and hip fractures. It can happen in the first few years after the menstrual period, and at this time women may experience loss of bones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For women experiencing such a problem, she can slow down the effects of osteoporosis by consuming foods that are rich in calcium, doing exercises regular including weight lifting and if you drink alcohol you can avoid it or reduce the intake. Smoking is also something else that you should avoid and you can be sure to experience positive results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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6. Are there chances of suffering heart disease because of menopause?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

There is the possibility of some particular heart diseases that can occur during menopause. It can be something like dizziness or palpitations of your heart. It can happen because of the decline of levels of estrogen whereby arteries can be flexible hence leading to a reduction of the flow of blood. Therefore, women in this stage should be careful on consuming a diet that is rich in nutrients and also exercises on a regular basis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They should also avoid smoking, and all these would help in reducing the chances of suffering heart disease. Improving and changing your lifestyle <\/a>for the good is essential when dealing with heart disease hence that should be the first thing to do to get great results. It may not be easy to deal with the issues but you can work hard to improve your situation. Being positively minded will also help you in your improvement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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7. Why is it that some women experience weight gain during menopause?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The major factor that can lead to a woman gaining weight <\/a>during menopause is because of changes in the level of hormones and also the aging process. Again, it is essential for a woman to focus on eating healthy foods, sleeping sufficiently, reducing stress and doing exercise regularly. By doing this, it will positively prevent gaining weight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Gaining weight can be a stumbling block to your health. If you are not aware, it can be uncontrollable. Therefore, you need to establish that you are gaining weight so that you can now plan your journey on losing weight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When thinking of reducing weight, you should think of all areas that you can cover from controlling your diet to doing proper exercises. The diet you take should be towards ensuring that you reduce weight. Also, you must know that for you to reduce weight, you must ensure that exercises are part of you and you can work with a trainer who can help you improve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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8. Can women who have had hysterectomy know if they are experiencing menopause?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If a woman was done a hysterectomy to remove her uterus, such a woman might not know whether she is going through the process of menopause. She can know if only she is experiencing hot flashes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is also another procedure that is called endometrial ablation which can lead to a woman not knowing whether she is going through menopause. It is removing the lining of the uterus<\/a>, and this is done to treat heavy menstrual cycles. If a woman undergoes this, she may also not know if they are going through menopause.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


To know whether the ovaries are functioning properly or not; there should be a blood test.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Through the blood test, the doctor can know the levels of estrogen of the woman and if she is transitioning to menopause. Once the woman knows that she is transitioning to menopause, she can now be prepared and seek knowledge to enable her to cope with the perimenopause stage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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9. Can women also consider non-hormonal options when dealing with the symptoms of menopause?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A woman can also consider a change of lifestyle because some lifestyle changes can lead to relieving some of these symptoms. They include the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Trying to lose weight if one is overweight<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Doing consistent and regular exercises<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avoiding things that can trigger hot flashes such as some foods that can make the situation worse<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wearing cotton clothes and layers of clothes<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Trying herbal therapies<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Using lubricants and creams for managing vaginal dryness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is also need to know that there are risks that are associated replacement of hormones and there are benefits too that you can expect from hormone <\/a>replacement. Different women have different needs and that is why it is essential for you to consult with your doctor so that you can know the best way for you. Once you know the best treatment for you, you can use it and you will not experience negative feedback.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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10. Women may feel that they do not want to have sex again. What about it?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

According to Jason James who is MD and chief obstetrics also serving as a gynecologist at the Hospital located in Miami, during menopause there are changes in hormones that can lead to dropping in testosterone<\/a>. It is the hormone that is responsible for libido.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jason cites that such hormonal changes plus stress caused by menopause can lead to women complaining that they do not have a desire for intimacy. However, the best part is that there are options that a woman can take to treat such but in most cases; the couple should work to ensure they succeed in achieving this.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They should ensure that they concentrate on their intimacy and take foreplay seriously. If the couple can work on some areas during intimacy, they can continue with a steamy sex life. Therefore, couples should know that understanding each other is the best way possible if they are to continue enjoying their sex life. It is wise to talk to each other and know the areas to improve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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11. Women feel they can orgasm after menopause easily. What should they do about it?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The above is a common problem that is faced by women during their menopause. Steven Rabin, a board-certified ob-gyn had such experience with his patient. The patient, all of sudden, stopped having orgasms when she reached menopause. He discovered that her patient had adverse atrophy. So, He found that there was shrinking of the thin and dry skin<\/a> and as such, it had covered most of the clitoris. Such a condition is known as clitoral phimosis. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The expert helped his patient by use of estrogen cream, and it just took six weeks, and she was back to normal. Clitoral phimosis is common among women during menopause and can be treated. When women experience such feelings, they should consult with a doctor who can help them by prescribing the necessary medication that can help them regain their normal life. The right medication from a trusted doctor can help you cope with the effects of menopause.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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12. Women during menopause may leak urine sometimes. Is it something women will live with after menopause?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

According to Dr James, the hormonal changes that occur during menopause can lead to atrophy, and this happens in the vaginal tissues and the floor of the pelvis. Such happening can lead to incontinence episodes, and this can come with other problems such as jumping, coughing<\/a>, sneezing and laughing. Because of the physical stress on the floor of pelvic, it is called stress urinary incontinence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, changes of hormones can also cause symptoms of overactive bladder, and this is something that causes a sudden urge to urinate and worse still it can lead to urinal leakage even before one makes it to the restroom. However, if a woman experiences this during menopause, she should not worry because some treatment options are available and she can opt for such treatments. For instance, a woman can consider physical therapy and do exercises such as Kegels. Surgery can also be an option to prevent incontinence during exercise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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13. Women may sometimes get sweat nights, but you think yours is not normal because you are getting your pajamas drenched as well as constantly wetting your bedsheets. It is something that is both annoying and embarrasses you. Is there a solution to this problem?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

During perimenopause, a woman may experience hot flashes that may come in the form of night sweats. You need to know that night sweats, and hot flashes can vary whereby they can come once in a day or even occur many times in a day. It is recommendable that you consider some nutritional supplements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can also seek medical prescriptions from your doctor or opt for some hormones that can be useful in alleviating the symptoms. Something else that can be of help is doing exercise <\/a>on a regular basis and checking on your diet. You can also make use of a fan in either your room or office so that it can help you in the circulation of air.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

These practices will ensure that you reduce the effects of hot flashes which can be severe at times. However, knowing how to deal with the situation can be the best way to avoid discomfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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14. Is it okay for sex to hurt during menopause?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Dr. James and Dr. Rabin say that the condition called vaginal atrophy which is associated with menopause can cause pain during sex. It is because the condition causes vaginal dryness<\/a> and such dryness can cause sex to be painful. The pain can mean that the women have no desire for sex and can lead to a reduced sexual desire for the particular woman. However, couples should understand this and come up with ways of dealing with the issue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For instance, they should embrace foreplay before being intimate, use of lubricants and hormone replacement as well as other medications that may be necessary. It is a common complaint but such medications can lead to improvement and can reduce such complaints from the woman. They also cite that women who are experiencing menopause have a peak in dryness and they may experience pain during sex for years after having their final period.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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15. You find yourself gaining weight, but at the same time, you are exercising more than you have ever done it. Also, you have not changed your eating habits, where is the problem?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

You need to know most women may experience decreased metabolism <\/a>during menopause. If you are experiencing this during your menopause, you need to be careful with your diet as well as your exercise regimen to allow you to maintain your weight. You now need to be a bit strict so that you can ensure that it is working. Some women may even have belly fat which can be frustrating during menopause because it is hard to do away with it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You should find ways in which you can effectively lose your belly fat. Since losing belly fat may not be something easy, there is need for hard work. You need to incorporate a proper diet with good training and you can be ready to reduce your weight and lose belly fat. You can motivate yourself as you push on to achieve your goals. Once you achieve one goal, you will be motivated to continue working.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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16. You find that you are experiencing mood swings whereby all of a sudden you may feel like you are a teenager. Is this normal?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

During menopause, women can find that they have adverse emotional liability and they also have to deal with mood swings. Such experiences can adversely affect your relationship with others as you manage your menopause period. Women need to recognize that they are experiencing such mood swings<\/a> so that they can know how to deal with it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Once you recognize that you have a problem, you can minimize it so that their impacts are not that adverse. To deal with such issues, Dr. James recommends that you should exercise properly, consider using nutritional supplements, undergo behavior therapy and also consider various medications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can consider using antidepressants and hormone replacement that can be of great help. By doing this, you can minimize mood swings hence minimizing the effects of mood swings. Knowing the cause of your mood swings can be essential because you can know how to deal with it. You can ensure that your mood swings do not affect the people around you adversely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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17. You have discovered that your hair is thinning and also you are growing a beard. What is the problem?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

By the age of 50 years, most women experience thinning of hair and the worst part is that some women experience growth of unwanted hair in the face according to a report by the North American Menopause Society. Facial hair that is unwanted is known as hypertrichosis, and it is a common occurrence during and even after menopause.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Changes in hormones also bring it. Dr. James recommends that a thorough review of the medication <\/a>regimen of the patient as well as the tests carried in the laboratory should be done so that the cause of hair loss can be established. Once it has been established, some treatments can be done.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You need to consult an expert who deals with female hair loss. Consulting with an expert is essential because you will get proper guidance that you need. Also, if it is treated, you can be sure that the treatment is effective because it is being done by those who know what to do.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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18. You are finding yourself so uncomfortable because of having consistency vaginal burning as well as itching. How do you deal with it?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

According to Dr James, menopause is brought by the retirement of ovaries. The conclusion is after many conversations with some of his patients who are between the age of forty and seventy. There are changes in most of the tissues of the body once the ovaries stop producing hormones known as estrogen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It leads to issues such as drying, itching and cracking which makes it difficult for the woman. However, the woman can make use of vaginal moisturizers, hormonal therapy, and estrogen <\/a>therapy. These can be used based on the need of the woman. The best part is that once you consult a physician you can get the right form of treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Proper treatment is essential and it can ensure that you do not experience the adverse effects of menopause. Experienced physicians have handled such problems before and you can be sure they can give you the right direction when it comes to dealing with menopause.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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19. What do you do with your emotional health?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

One of the major issues that can affect women during menopause is changes in hormones and it can lead to affecting your emotional health. Most women during menopause can experience emotional issues and if this happens, it can be stressful going through the menopause.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to changes in hormones in the body, the patient may start experiencing feelings of anxiousness, depression<\/a>, mood swings and feeling vulnerable. Such are feelings that also lead to a decline in sexual urge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, if you are going through such feelings, you should engage in an open discussion with your doctor so that he can find a way to help you deal with the situation. Also, you can consider being referred to an expert in therapy who is experienced to take care of your emotional issues. You can also consult with various groups that have been established so that they can help battle with the challenges that come with menopause.<\/p>\n\n\n\r\n

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