What does the body lessen in as we reach menopause?

Aldo

I'm feeling so cranky nowadays. what should I be taking for menopause?



Geralyn

Fortunately or unfortunately, depending on how you look at it, the menopause transition doesn't happen overnight. The decrease in estrogen and other reproductive hormones can go on for two to eight years. It all depends on the individual woman and how her body works. Some women are fortunate enough to pass through this time in their lives relatively symptom free, while others have a hard time with hot flashes, fatigue, and very often depression. The important thing regardless of how you are handling all of the changes is to seek and get the help and support you need. From the beginning of perimenopause through the process's completion, take care of yourself and try an all natural product like Hot Flash Freedom to limit the stress of the common symptoms.



Chanelle

you may think I'm a pervert, which is probably true to some degree lol, but it really is important for you to keep sexually active because post menopausal women who abstain from sex have much high instances of vaginal atrophy. Sex keeps the vaginal walls thick and healthy and if you don't have a partner you're encouraged to at least practice penetrative masturbation such as with a diIdo or vibrator. A man would be better though, preferably a much younger man with lots of stamina lol.



Barbra

See your doctor, physician's assistant or nurse practitioner. He/she will help you with hormone replacement therapy and discuss the entire process with you. It is especially important for you to be on a program, in order to prevent osteoporosis, night sweats, hot flashes, mood swings and even weight gain or loss. The sooner you seek help, the sooner you will begin to feel better. If you have the opportunity to see the play "Menopause", please, do! It will make you laugh (laughter really is the best medicine!) and it will show you that you are not alone in this.



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How do you cope with a wife who is going through all the phases of menopause?

Graham

This question is mainly for husbands.



Carmelita

I am a woman who put my poor husband and kids through Hell. Make sure she does not go on Hormone replacement therapy very controversial and studies have shown it causes cancer. My husband went to The Vitamin Shop and got me natural progesterone by source Naturals. It is a cream that she applies on her wrist or chest twice a day 1/2 teaspoon. I put it on that night when he came home and the next morning I was smiling again. Believe me I was suicidal, crying all of the time and very very angry. Here is the link..read the reviews first. See if there is The Vitamin Shoppe where you live. http://www. vitacost. com/Source-Naturals-…



Ardis

DUCK!!!!



Jacqueline

valium



Edie

Alcohol



Pearl

I am a woman sorry, but i think you should just support her, take her out, buy her flowers treat her while shes down. if ses snappy towards u then still buy her nice gifts but let her be, leave her on her own for a while, maybe do the housework cook her a special meal, do thinks u think is going to take her mind off the menopause oh and buy her a book and dvds so she cn just curl up and cry with some chocolates :)



Tamara

There are hormone treatments she could take to make the effects easier. Other than that try to be accomidating and helpful to her. Sympathize with her although there's not much you can do. Remind her how much you love her. Good luck!



Ruthanne

6 pack of beer....



Elton

Keep her on her meds, go to doctors visits with her, ask questions and try to understand the biology of what she's going through. In the meantime: Be supportive of her and try to let her moods slide off you like water off a ducks back. It will pass, it's only a temporary situation.



Denita

Yes Honeywhatever u say Honeyremember in some states she could kill you & get off since she's not emotional stable.



Arthur

I'm not a husband, but I can vouch for my husband. I am very moody and whenever I'm in my moods, my husband knows to keep his distance by going to another room or leaving for a few hours. I am not going through menopause, but I do know the symptoms. Whenever you know that your wife is in her moods, just distance yourself by going to the garage, or take off for a few hours. What you could do is take up a hobby and keep your mind focused on that whenever she is moody. Also, show your wife that you understand and whatever she needs, you will be there no matter what. If she screams at you for no reason, don't take it personal, just walk away. What you don't want to do is cause an argument because it's bad enough what she is going through. Show her lots of love. Bring her home flowers once in a while. Show that just because she has menopause, it doesn't change anything. I hope this advice works and I wish you luck.



Araceli

Is she taking hormone replacement? My mom is doing that and said it made a HUGE difference in almost completely getting rid of the symptoms. She might want to look into it.



Jessi

My husband is a lucky guy because I sailed thru menopause with no mood swings, irritability, etc.....he has said so many times when hearing other husbands complain about it...the only problem was the night sweats & hot flashes...it would wake him up because he said the heat I would throw off during one was like an oven and I was very uncomfortable for him to snuggle next to (we are both snugglers)...so when a flash would wake me up, I would move away from him until it was over.....For a while he would suddenly grab the tops of my ears....turns out my ears turn bright red just before a 'power surge' lol and he was just confirming it! lol...and here I thought he had an ear fetish going on.....All I can say is with patience and a sense of humor....but she should NOT use it as an excuse for bad behavior no matter how uncomfortable she gets...if it gets that bad she needs to get herself to the doctor's for some kind of relief...good luck.



Coretta

encourage her to take a good multi vitamin and to eat well. be kind to her and truly listen to her. really. it is also nice to put a weekend treat on the calendar to look forward to, like a romantic weekend away. women sometimes do not feel as attractive as they once did and this is reassuring. hormone replacement therapy is still a factor for some, but has been implicated in breast cancer, because in the past few years since hrt has been prescribed less because of this suspected link, breast cancer cases have gone down, according to my reading. however, suzanne somers has written a newer book about her experience with hrt.



Luetta

Ear plugs and Jack Daniels.



Alicia

i am not a husband any more, but i have gone through menopause. No, not me myself, but with a wife and few girlfriends. The whole thing about eating well, taking vitamins, etc. may work, but you have to be VERY careful how to suggest it. Think about it! How would you approach a menopausal women to tell her that there is something wrong with her and she should take vitamins? Frankly, I never had the guts or anything lower to say that. A wife's menopause is a time for humility for men, but also a chance to remember that you took a vow "for better or for worse", and bro, this is the worst! But it too will pass, and someday if you are humble, supportive, and affectionate when she wants affection, things will return to normal..or even better.



Minda

Hi Birdie, It's zilog32 here! Answer is simple.1. Tell her things like you understand that a womans work is never done - that's why we pay them less!2. Tell her that the white dress she is wearing matches the kitchen appliances.3. Tell her she's lovely - on oven temperature 220 degs for 2 hours.4. Divorce. The list is endless. Ha ha ha. Bet I get some stick for this!!!



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How many hot flashes a day are normal for women entering menopause?

Boyd

I am writing because I have the link to a site that may help you find even more information. The link is at: http://forums. obgyn. net/womens-health



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What should a woman eat during the menopause period?

Bridgett

i know they need vitamin D but wat should they eat and wat else does the body need?



Avery

Difficulty: ModerateInstructionsThings You'll Need:Bottled Water Calcium Supplement Fiber Supplements Step 1Watch your caloric intake: A 55-year-old woman needs only 1700 calories/day. Understand that if you eat more than you need, these excess calories will end up as fat. Step 2Get enough calcium. A woman going through menopause needs 1000 mg of calcium a day, as does a post-menopausal woman on hormone replacement therapy. Those not on HRT need 1500 mg. of calcium/day. Step 3Talk to your doctor about taking a daily calcium supplement tablet, since it's difficult to get all the calcium you need through food. Step 4Eat a diet rich in fruits and vegetables, which contain an abundance of vitamins B6, B12, folic acid and certain antioxidants, which can help women through menopause and ease the aging process. Step 5Choose foods high in phytoestrogens - yams, eggs, soy products, potatoes, oats, tomatos, eggplant, apples, pomegranates, dates and cherries. Intestinal bacteria can transform these foods into sexual hormones your body can use to offset menopausal-related hormonal depletions. Step 6Let complex carbohydrates account for 60-80% of your daily calories. Such foods include whole grain breads and cereals, pasta and rice. Step 7Avoid excessive amounts of salt to reduce bloating associated with hormonal changes. Step 8Consume plenty of fiber to insure regular bowels movement. A daily regular movement is integral for a feeling of well-being. Step 9Drink 8-12 glasses of water a day. Good hydration keeps the body in homeostasis. For Reference :-http://www. ehow. com/how_12655_eat-during…



Adrianne

Menopause brings uncomfortable and sometimes bad effects on a woman’s body. Not one can stop menopausal period because it’s a natural part of ageing. In short, it is the end of a woman’s monthly menstrual periods. Others have a smooth sail into menopause, while others are distressed with severe symptoms. That is why good diet is in need during menopausal period. It will help in managing the symptoms but also ensures health, happiness and productivity. Here are the recommended foods during menopause:1. Whole grains and pulses2. Fruits and vegetables 3. Low - fat dairy4. Nuts and seedsWomen should limit their intake during menopause:1. Sugar2. Salt3. Trans fats4. AlcoholNutrients should be included during the diet:1. Calcium2. Magnesium3. Manganese4. Copper5. Vitamins B6, B12, E and K6. Essential fats 7. Bioflavonoids. There are also foods that will worsen the different symptoms, so avoid these foods:1. Caffeine (coffee, tea, chocolate, colas)2. Alcohol3. Spicy Foods



Floy

Fresh food is an important part of a good menopausal diet. Fresh fruits and vegetables are vital to any healthy diet and there are many healthy properties to incorporating them into your diet while you are in menopause. You can also add sliced fruit to cereal (most people use bananas, strawberries or raspberries, but you should try some slices of apply too). Carrot sticks and dried apricots are great foods to snack on throughout the day or to take with lunch. Finish your day with a banana before bedtime.



Ellsworth

Postmenopausal women should consume 1,500 mg of calcium daily to prevent loss of bone mineral density. 400 IU daily dose of Vitamin D would assist in the calcium absorption.



Kirk

Eat fruits. Fruits is always good for the body.



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If i am going through menopause can a pregnancy test show positive even if i039m not pregnant ?

Abbey

I'm pretty sure that I am going through menopause right now and I haven't had a period since January. I don't know if I could get pregnant because I have my tubes tied. If I take a pregnancy test can it come out positive, even if I'm not pregnant?



Alesia

I'm not sure. But getting pregnant after a tubal ligation is not completely unheard of. I had a patient a few days ago who has had hers tied twice, and still gets pregnant, only loses the baby shortly after.



Anika

your body only makes the pregnancy hormone when you are pregnant that is it. you should not get a positive. i am young but started early premenapause and i never got a positive until i actually got pregnant. it is possible if you have your tubes tied. after ten years they can come untied. a friend of mine also got hers done and she got pregnant a few months after they were tied. go see a doctor to give you some meds to help regulate out your body and to help with the menopause symptoms.



Latasha

Yes.



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How is a hysterectomy induced menopause likely to last?

Terina

I had a full hysterectomy a year ago and have been going through an induced menopause ever since, I was just wondering how long it is likely to last as i know it is not as long as a normal menopause. I will not take HRT.



Marquis

Hi. Symptoms of menopause vary from woman to woman. Nobody can tell you how long you will experience the symptoms. Through research i have done ( i had a hysterectomy also ), it can be 1 to 10 years. Some women never have any symptoms at all ( hard to believe, but it's true ). Other women seen to experience symptoms for many years. I took hormones, and i regret it now. I have thyroid disease, and cancer. I believe taking hormones for 15 years caused both conditions. It may help with the symptoms, but it's not worth the risk. If i had it to do all over again, i would not have taken them. Having a hot flash is better then having cancer. Good luck. Hang in there :-)



Diedre

No HRT, but natural remedies for your menopause, that will last a bit of time with some stress, some headacke, anxiety, weightgain etc... but you can try this one: http://menopauseandweight. com it's really intersting to try, they had done very good results. GOD bless...



Deja

It will last the rest of your life as the hormones do not reappear after a few years.



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Would like to hear other peoples experiences of struggling through the menopause?

Darlena

I have started writing a book about struggling through the menopause and would like to hear of others' experiences



Brandee

As I had 'everything removed' except one ovary, my menopause started early, 39! First my eyebrows fell off, honestly and then grew back so feint you can hardly see them. I had a'nervous throat' I felt I was unable to swallow and panicked so much my husband thought I was having a heart attack! The night sweats were so unbearable I could have happily slept in the fridge! We got a superking size bed so I needed a loud hailer to speak to him, true. We still have this bed thank god. I was put on HRT which made me put on about a hundred weight of fat, then my eyebrows fell off again! they didn't like HRT! The nervous throat gradually went away with a liberal ammount of alcohol. My husband never knew what sort of monster he was coming home to. He said I was like a rottweiller with lipstick. I have clung on to my remaining ovary as i feel that it is my only source of sanity. The last time I was subjected to an ugly probe to see how my ovary was it hid. This is perfectly true and they did't stop probing until they found it, a poor shrivelled up litttle peanut cringing in a corner which I was told was the result of taking HRT! No more pills for me!!! I still have the sweats and my temperature goes up and down like a yoyo. My husband says we are like Jack Sprat and his wife[if you've heard of them]. Sorry to have gone on so long but I was also quite suicidal and thought life was not worth living. My Mum sailed through her menopause with only gaining a couple of pounds and no other symptoms at all. Yes it was a struggle and still is but hey that's what all the 'fun' of being a woman is all about. P.S. I am now on Prozac for my troubles!



Coreen

first of all I'd like my wife to say she has it. Every time her mood changes it's like world war 3 over the smallest thing, it's like a different woman in her body, shouting red faced hateful hag! I hate it, mood swings one day happy as can be then with a flick of a switch evil twin is back. she says she hates sex tells me to drop dead and If I ask her to put a skirt on she says **** of with a prostitute if that's what you want! apart from that I love her to bits, shes my wife!



Cecily

I am 50 years old and apart from irregular monthly periods I have no other symptoms, in fact I feel really good as it has taken me till now to start a keep fit programme and my sex life has greatly improved.



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