Those are events accompanied by cessation of menstruation in older women for 6-12 months. The average age of onset is 51 years.
Symptoms
1) Hot flushes – most common symptom, can be accompanied by increased heart rate, dizziness, fatigue and insomnia
2) Atrophic vaginitis – vaginal lining may become thin and dry from lack of estogen
3) Bladder infection – because of breakdown in natural defenses
4) Cold hands and feet
5) Forgetfulness with inability to concentrate
Fact
Cultural view of menopause is directly related to symptoms of menopause, if cultural view is negative, symptoms are common. If menopause is viewed in a positive light, symptoms are less frequent
Investigation
1) Bone density test to evaluate osteoporosis
2) Complete blood count
3) Thyroid function test
Therapeutic approach
1) Phytoestrogen containing food – fennel, celery, parsley, soy, nuts, whole grains, apples
2) Vit-E-*
3) Rice bran
4) Vit-C*
5) Reduce smoking
6) Exercise – women exercising regularly can pass through a natural menopause
7) Avoid extra caffeine and antihistamines
8) Proper hydration
Ayurveda approach
According to ayurveda, it is a VATA and PITTA disorder, which comes due to unhealthy diet and lifestyle. But with ayurvedic treatment and diet regime, it can be controlled very efficiently. So ayurvedic treatment is strongly recommended here.
Contact - Dr. Rahul Saraf at rahsaraf@gmail.com, +919422309088 to discuss your health problem or ayurvedic guidance on the same.
Symptoms
1) Hot flushes – most common symptom, can be accompanied by increased heart rate, dizziness, fatigue and insomnia
2) Atrophic vaginitis – vaginal lining may become thin and dry from lack of estogen
3) Bladder infection – because of breakdown in natural defenses
4) Cold hands and feet
5) Forgetfulness with inability to concentrate
Fact
Cultural view of menopause is directly related to symptoms of menopause, if cultural view is negative, symptoms are common. If menopause is viewed in a positive light, symptoms are less frequent
Investigation
1) Bone density test to evaluate osteoporosis
2) Complete blood count
3) Thyroid function test
Therapeutic approach
1) Phytoestrogen containing food – fennel, celery, parsley, soy, nuts, whole grains, apples
2) Vit-E-*
3) Rice bran
4) Vit-C*
5) Reduce smoking
6) Exercise – women exercising regularly can pass through a natural menopause
7) Avoid extra caffeine and antihistamines
8) Proper hydration
Ayurveda approach
According to ayurveda, it is a VATA and PITTA disorder, which comes due to unhealthy diet and lifestyle. But with ayurvedic treatment and diet regime, it can be controlled very efficiently. So ayurvedic treatment is strongly recommended here.
Contact - Dr. Rahul Saraf at rahsaraf@gmail.com, +919422309088 to discuss your health problem or ayurvedic guidance on the same.
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