Preparing for the Perimenopause and Menopause: No. 1 Sunday Times Bestseller (Penguin Life Expert Series)

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Gudipally P.R., Sharma G.K. (2022), ‘Premenstrual Syndrome’ In: StatPearls. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing In the years before menopause, women may experience skipped and unpredictable menstrual periods. This phase is called the midlife transition, perimenopause, or the change of life. Some women go through the transition faster than others. It lasts between 1 and 10 years. Midlife Transition

I am interested to learn more about menopause and the changes my body will go through and it's so great to have the expertise available. Big kudos for a book that is written by a female doctor who has gone through menopause herself. But what kind of impact can you expect the perimenopause and menopause to have on your PMS or PMDD, and what steps should you take to manage the condition?

Both the National Institute of Health and Care Excellence and the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG) also recommend that cognitive behavioural therapy, is considered. Any information about a treatment or procedure is generic, and does not necessarily describe that treatment or procedure as delivered by Bupa or its associated providers.

Some people start experiencing the perimenopause before they are 40. This can be as a result of medical treatments, such as surgery to remove the ovaries, but sometimes there’s no cause. If you think you’re experiencing the perimenopause before you’re 40 then you must speak to your doctor. What are the signs of the perimenopause? Despite being something that almost every woman will experience at some point in their lives, misdiagnosis, misinformation and stigma are commonplace. In Preparing for Perimenopause and Menopause, Dr Newson will demystify menopause and show why every woman should be perimenopause aware, regardless of their age. A doctor can help determine which medicine might work best. See the Wise Choices box for other ways to outsmart hot flashes. Restless Nights Estrogen plays an important role in preserving your bones. Osteoporosis is a condition where the insides of your bones become less dense and more fragile. This increases your risk for bone fractures. Your healthcare provider may recommend a multivitamin, calcium supplement, extra vitamin D or more weight-bearing exercises.

For the most severe cases, the surgical removal of your womb and your ovaries is an option, but this should only be considered after all other options have been unsuccessful. During midlife, a woman’s menstrual periods grow further and further apart. At some point, they stop completely, and she can no longer get pregnant. You don’t always need to see a healthcare provider for a perimenopause diagnosis. Many people notice and tolerate the changes in their bodies without a formal diagnosis. If you have symptoms that interfere with your daily activities, see a healthcare provider. Have two to three portions of calcium-rich foods in your daily diet, such as cheese and yoghurt. Calcium helps support your bones.Eat a heart healthy diet, with at least five portions of fruit and vegetables a day. Also eat plenty of fibre, and healthy fats from fish, nuts, and seeds. Gabapentin (Neurontin®): This medicine is a seizure medication that also relieves hot flashes for some women. During the perimenopause, your hormone levels change and your ovaries start to produce fewer eggs. Once you haven’t had a period for 12 months or more, you’ve officially reached the menopause.