What are the Symptoms of the Menopause?
It is very normal, natural and necessary to experience changes within your body whilst it journeys from perimenopause, through the menopause and into postmenopause. Depending on lifestyle and the condition of health, physical symptoms will vary in intensity and frequency, whilst adjusting to producing lower oestrogen levels, in the perimenopause and menopause, the most common symptoms are:
Irregular or no periods
Disturbed sleep patterns
Night sweats
Hot flushes
Brain fog
Memory loss
Reduced libido
General fatigue
Joint pain
Breast soreness
Vaginal dryness
Weight changes
Dry, itchy skin
Thinning hair
As well as the physical symptoms, there will also be emotional symptoms, such as feelings of anxiety, depression, mood swings and short temperament. All of the changes, whether it be physical or emotional, calls for us to connect to our body’s needs and provide supportive self care as much as possible.
If you need further support and guidance for the menopause symptoms, make an appointment to have a discussion with your doctor.
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