Some have dizziness and headaches, but there is no proof that these are linked with the menopause itself. When the periods have finished, there is a phase called the 'Post Menopause' , when hormonal changes continue, producing a variety of symptoms to a greater or a lesser degree, maybe for life. They include hot flushes, sweating and palpitations, high blood pressure, weight gain and distension, vaginal dryness and osteoporosis. Women who experience these symptoms may sometimes become depressed. Some are so distressed they think life is not worth living.
Husbands can be the most unthinking of creatures.
They become intolerant of their poor wives, who then feel even worse and more depressed. And so the cycle continues. On the other hand, women can sometimes allow symptoms to rule their lives and so the symptoms are magnified and made worse as the lady enters a time of general malaise, much to the concern of the husband. The Christian issue is quite plain - the menopause is a natural life event and should not be glorified by fashion, taken as an insult, played upon, or ignored. Men must understand what is going on and be tolerant, whilst women must take it in their stride and not allow their moods to swing wildly.