Postmenopause - Vitality Hormone Clinic

What is postmenopause?

Postmenopause refers to the time after a woman has gone 12 full months without a menstrual period. It signals the end of a woman's reproductive years.

In the years leading up to postmenopause (known as perimenopause), a woman's body experiences many changes:

• Periods become less frequent and may be lighter or heavier
• Hot flashes, night sweats, and sleep disturbances
• Vaginal dryness leading to painful sexual intercourse
• Mood changes like irritability or anxiety
• Difficulty focusing and memory lapses

Once a woman has gone 12 months without a period, she has reached postmenopause. This means her ovaries have stopped releasing eggs and producing most of their estrogen.

Postmenopause lasts for the rest of a woman's life. Some of the key changes include:

• Infertility - Postmenopausal women can no longer get pregnant naturally
• Bone loss - With less estrogen, bones lose density faster increasing osteoporosis risk
• Heart disease risk rises without estrogen's protection
• Some symptoms like vaginal dryness can persist or worsen

"The great experts at Vitality Hormone Clinic can help women navigate postmenopause comfortably. With customized hormone therapy plans, lifestyle changes, and emotional support, we empower women to take charge of their health during this transition. I highly recommend them!"

While postmenopause signals the end of fertility, it should not hamper a woman's vitality or quality of life. Proper self-care, screening tests, and maintaining an active social life all help women stay healthy and fulfilled through their later decades. Diet rich in calcium, vitamin D and weight bearing exercises strengthen bones. Local menopause support groups provide solidarity and advice.