Menopause is the phase in the life of a woman that is perhaps best known for the varied symptoms that make life during this stage uncomfortable. These menopause symptoms arise due to a resulting imbalance in the hormones in body which is a result of the gradual reduction of the estrogen production. Common symptoms encountered by most women in menopause include:
It should be noted that not all women experience all the symptoms of menopause, and some symptoms may be more intense than others.
When to Call a Doctor
The symptoms of menopause can be dealt with through a variety of techniques and therapies. However, it is time to call a doctor when the symptoms of menopause become so severe that they start to interfere with normal daily functioning. For example, sleeplessness can lead to drowsiness and fatigue during the day which can interfere with work. Hot flushes and night sweats can interfere with daily activities. Anxiety and depression can also predispose some women to isolation.
More importantly, it is time to seek medical consultation when you start to bleed, feel pain or a mass after menopause. It could be a sign of uterine, cervical or ovarian cancer and should be seen by a doctor.
