Menopause is a point in time 12 months after a woman's last period. The menopausal transition most often begins between ages 45 and 55. It usually lasts about seven years but can be as long as 14 years. The duration can depend on lifestyle factors such as smoking, age it begins, and race and ethnicity.

Menopause is a natural stage of life experienced by all women when their menstrual cycle comes to an end. It is characterized by several symptoms, such as irregular periods, hot flashes, chills, night sweats, sleep problems, mood changes, weight gain and slowed metabolism. These symptoms can last months, or even years, which can negatively impact a woman’s quality of life.

Among the many services at Moran & Haag-Rickert, we offer is hormone replacement therapy, which is a tried and true treatment to allay undesirable symptoms of perimenopause and menopause. In addition to hormone replacement therapy (HRT) we discuss many other non hormonal treatment options that could treat your symptoms and improve your quality of life.

What are the signs of menopausal syndrome?

• Hot flashes
• Night sweats
• Vaginal dryness
• Pain, itching, or burning during intercourse
• Bone loss
• Low sex-drive
• Mood changes
• Irritability
• Sleep problems

Other conditions caused by hormone deficiency may also benefit from hormone replacement therapy, such as: the surgical removal of ovaries; early menopause; primary ovarian insufficiency, and infertility.

Post Menopausal Care

Well woman exams including:

• Mammogram
• Bone density screening
• Treatment for Osteoporosis