CSN-CommunityPost-Treatment of Menopause

Menopause is not a health issue but a natural transformation. But, it can include unwanted mental and physical changes. The one who has concerning these changes should see medical advice. A doctor may advise one or more of the following are:-

 Hormone therapy 

Hormone therapy treatment helps balance the body hormone levels by giving supplemental estrogen and a synthetic version of the progesterone hormone. It comes in various forms, including topical creams and skin patches. It can help decrease the occurrence of hot flashes and other symptoms. But, using it may enhance the risk of developing some diseases and health issues.

A woman should not use hormone therapy if they have risk factors of personal health problems or have a family history of these problems:

• heart disease
• blood clots
• high levels of triglycerides in the blood
• gallbladder disease
• liver disease
• stroke
• breast cancer

It is crucial to consider the risks and possibilities of hormone therapy with a physician before deciding to use it.

 Other treatments are:-

A person may notice that the below treatments can also help relieve symptoms:

• low-dose of antidepressants for hot flashes, even among people who do not have depression
• prescription pills, rings, and creams for vaginal dryness
• over-the-counter gels and products for vaginal dryness
• low-dose of hormonal birth control pills for hot flashes, vaginal dryness, and mood changes

"Medically reviewed by Carolyn Kay, M.D. — Written by Yvette Brazier on January 28, 2020"