Menopause is usually defined as the point when you stop menstruating, around the age of 50. It is in reality a gradual transition from childbearing to non-childbearing years. Beginning a few years before menopause your body begins to produce less and less of the hormones Estrogen, Androgen and Progesterone. During this time, most women menstruate irregularly. Many women will start experiencing the symptoms of menopause due to the drop in their hormone levels.
Many women experience hot flashes, which are sudden surges in warmth and sweating.
Night sweats, vaginal dryness, stress incontinence, insomnia, fatigue, depression, headaches, irritability and decrease sexual desire. As soon as you start having symptoms, you should contact your doctor. There are many treatment options to ease the effects and symptoms of Menopause. Your doctor can explain the options that are available. After menopause, most women experience bone loss that can eventually lead to osteoporosis.