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Menopause & Women Health

What is Menopause?

Menopause marks the end of a woman’s menstrual cycles and reproductive years, typically occurring between the ages of 45 and 55.
This natural biological process brings significant hormonal, physical, and emotional changes that can affect a woman’s health both during and after the transition. Here are key points on women’s health during and after menopause.

Why the awareness about menopause is needed?

  • 36% of women in India are Menopausal.
  • Menopause not only affects the woman but the whole family.
  • Menopause affects the social and professional life of the woman.
  • Awareness and treatment about the symptoms can reduce the suffering.
Signs and symptoms of menopause

Signs and symptoms of menopause –

  • Hot Flushes and Night Sweats
  • Aches and muscle pain and weakness
  • Changes in mood – such as low mood or irritability. Anxiety
  • Changes in skin conditions, including dryness or increase in oiliness and onset of adult acne.
  • Difficulty in having sound sleeping – this may make you feel tired and irritable during the day. Also the night sweats disturbs the sleep.
  • Vaginal atrophy and dryness leading to discomfort during sex.
  • Urinary incontinence and constipation and bloating.
  • Feelings of loss of self.

Remedies for hot flushes and night sweats

  • Hydration - drink plenty of water to keep yourself hydrated
  • Meditation – doing meditation regularly reduces the anxiety , depression , mood swings and the frequency of hot flushes
  • Avoid Beverages like Hot Tea, Coffee, Red Wine etc, they may trigger the Hot flushes.
  • Eat food at normal temperature.
  • Lower the Spice level, spicy food often trigger the symptoms
  • Layering of cloths you wear, so that one can remove the one layer if feeling heat.
Weight gain- Avoid excessive weight gain. To control your weight do regular exercises as mentioned below
  • Aerobic exercises (Walking, Running, Swimming, Cycling etc.).
  • Strength Training (Weight lifting, Resistance Band exercises etc).
  • High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT)- Short bursts of intensive exercises
  • Daily activity modification (Climbing stairs, walking etc).
Diet and Nutrition: - Maintain good diet habits
Visiting a gynecologist before conception is invaluable. They provide personalized guidance based on your health history, current health status, and specific needs. Here’s what you can expect during your visit:
  • Regular meal timings.
  • Low glycemic index food
  • High protein intake
  • Eat healthy and non-refined Fat
  • Avoid processed food and sugars.
Mood regulations
Try following things to be in a good mood during the day
  • Yoga.
  • Travelling
  • Time Management
  • Hobby
  • Music.
  • Spa
Mental Hygiene
It is important to be mentally strong during this important stage of your life, to maintain the mental strength you can try following things
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
  • Tender love and Care from family members.
  • Allied training programs to keep yourself busy.
  • Set easy achievable goals and work for it
  • Regular meditation.
  • Social gatherings with friends and other social group.
Sleep Habits
  • Have a consistent sleep schedule.
  • Restful sleep environment like good bed and cover, clean n fresh bedroom, soothing colors etc.
  • Invest in good mattress
  • Reduce the use of mobile phone before sleep ,

If you or someone you know is experiencing menopause, don’t hesitate to seek professional guidance and support. Our team is here to help you navigate this important stage of life with personalized care and effective treatment options. Contact us today to learn more and take the first step towards a healthier, happier you