Menopausal Complaints
Menopause is the physiological cessation of menstrual cycles associated with advancing age. As a rule the symptoms affecting the autonomous nervous system persist for 2 to 5 years, in some patients up to 10 - 20 years. Oral contraceptives are often given to women in menopause transition to regulate menstrual periods, relieve hot flashes, as well as to provide contraception. There are local and oral treatments for the symptoms of vaginal oestrogen deficiency. Oestrogen therapy for postmenopausal women and those with other low oestrogen conditions. Women using hormone therapy (HT) for the short-term (less than 5 years) to control hot flashes will probably derive protection against osteoporosis during the time they are using HT.
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