Postmenopause and Chronic Disease Prevention

“For postmenopausal women, the WHI randomized clinical
trials do not support menopausal hormone therapy to
prevent cardiovascular disease or other chronic diseases”.1

Umbrella

What may the Postmenopause and Chronic Disease Prevention Umbrella include?

Depending on the Source (DotS) this Umbrella may include:

  • After/Beyond Menopause, Postmenopause Chronic Conditions/Diseases/Illnesses Prevention
  • After/Beyond Menopause, Postmenopause Healthy Living

Chronic Diseases

What are chronic diseases?

DotS the definition of chronic diseases may vary. In Chronic Disease: About Chronic Diseases – Chronic Diseases In America: Definition the (United States) Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) definition is:

“Chronic diseases are defined broadly as conditions that last 1 year or more and require ongoing medical attention or limit activities of daily living or both”.2

Chronic Diseases Cause

What may cause chronic diseases?

In In Chronic Disease: About Chronic Disease – Chronic Diseases In America the CDC explain:

“Many preventable chronic diseases are caused by a short list of risk behaviors: smoking, poor nutrition, physical inactivity, and excessive alcohol use”.3

Chronic Diseases Prevention

How may chronic diseases be prevented?

In Chronic Disease: Preventing Chronic Diseases: What You Can Do Now – Prevention Steps and Strategies the CDC elaborate on:

  • “Quit smoking…
  • Eat healthy…
  • Get regular physical activity…
  • Limit alcohol…
  • Get screened…
  • Take care of your teeth…
  • Get enough sleep…
  • Know your family history…”.4

Hormone Therapy Prevention

Is hormone therapy recommended for the prevention of chronic disease?

In The Women’s Health Initiative Randomized Trials and Clinical Practice: A Review – Abstract: Conclusions and Relevance, published 01 May 2024, the authors note:

“For postmenopausal women, the WHI randomized clinical trials do not support menopausal hormone therapy to prevent cardiovascular disease or other chronic diseases”.5

What is the WHI?

WHI can be an abbreviation for the (United States) Women’s Health Initiative.

Health Care Provider

What if I would like help with postmenopause chronic disease prevention?

If you would like help with postmenopause chronic disease prevention, it may be in your best interest to choose to talk to your health care provider about this. The International Menopause Society remind us:

“The menopause transition should be used as an opportunity to visit your healthcare professional for a check-up, assess potential risks and proactively start to manage later life. Obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis and osteoarthritis, cognitive decline and dementia, depression, and cancer are the key diseases to address”.6

Health Topics A-Z

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  1. 5 Ways To Get the Most of Your Time At the Doctor’s Office
  2. About Heart Disease In Women
  3. Postmenopause and Chronic Disease PreventionAre You Up To Date on Your Preventive Care?
  4. Askearlymenopause.org [Ask EM]
  5. BMS TV: Coronary Heart Disease (CHD)
  6. BMS TV: Osteoporosis
  7. BMS TV: Sleep
  8. BMS TV: Urogenital Atrophy
  9. Bioidentical Hormones: Are They Safer?
  10. #BoneMatters Q&A: Nutrition
  11. Build Better Bones.org [International Osteoporosis Foundation]
  12. CAMS Menopause Hour: The Clinical Management and Risk of Postmenopausal Osteoporosis [Council of Affiliated Menopause Societies]
  13. Cancer
  14. Chronic Disease
  15. Chronic Disease: Are You Up To Date on Your Preventive Care?
  16. Chronic Disease: Preventing Chronic Diseases: What You Can Do Now
  17. Deciding About Hormone Therapy Use
  18. Diabetes
  19. Exercise In Menopause
  20. FAQs: Heart Health for Women
  21. FAQs: Managing High Blood Pressure
  22. Find A Menopause Practitioner [United States and Other]
  23. Find An AMS Doctor [Australasian Menopause Society i.e. Australia and New Zealand]
  24. Find Your Nearest BMS Menopause Specialist [British Menopause Society]
  25. Get A Bone Density Test
  26. Get the Facts on Exercise and Chronic Disease
  27. Guidance on Menopausal Hormone Therapy
  28. HRT & Menopause Extra
  29. Health After Menopause
  30. Healthy Living By Age: Healthy Living In Your 50s
  31. Healthy Living By Age: Healthy Living In Your 60s
  32. Healthy Living By Age: Healthy Living In Your 70s
  33. Heart Disease: About Women and Heart Disease
  34. Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) With Dr Nicky Peel & Prof. David Armstrong
  35. Hormone Therapy In Postmenopausal Persons: Primary Prevention of Chronic Conditions
  36. Hormone Therapy: Is It Right for You?
  37. How Menopause Impacts Your Health
  38. How To Prevent Cancer: 6 Ways To Lower Your Risk
  39. How To Prevent Osteoporosis After Menopause
  40. Individually Modifiable Risk Factors To Ameliorate Cognitive Aging: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
  41. Joint Position Statement By the British Menopause Society, Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists and Society for Endocrinology on Best Practice Recommendations for the Care of Women Experiencing the Menopause
  42. Later Years (Around 50 Years and Over): Menopause and Post Menopause Health [Other Languages and Formats]
  43. Later Years (Around 50 Years and Over): Menopause and Post Menopause Health – After the Menopause [Other Languages and Formats]
  44. Life’s Essential 8
  45. Maintaining Health and Preventing Disease After the Menopause
  46. Mayo Clinic Minute: Can the MIND Diet Improve Brain Health? [+ Video Courtesy: Mayo Clinic News Network]
  47. Mayo Clinic Minute: Relationship Between Food, Disease Stronger Than You May Think [+ Video Courtesy: Mayo Clinic News Network]
  48. Mayo Clinic Minute: What Is Heart Disease? [+ Video]
  49. Mayo Clinic Minute: What Women Should Know About Osteoporosis Risk [+ Video Courtesy Mayo Clinic News Network]
  50. Mayo Clinic Q&A Podcast: Tips for Living Younger, Longer By Preventing Disease [+ Video Courtesy: Mayo Clinic News Network]
  51. Menopause
  52. Menopause
  53. Menopause Map: Downloadable Resources – Stages of Menopause: Postmenopause
  54. Menopause Preparedness Toolkit Video Series: Common Conditions Associated with Menopause and Midlife
  55. Menopause and Heart Disease
  56. Menopause and Long-Term Health In Vulnerable Populations
  57. Menopause and Your Health
  58. Menopause and Your Heart
  59. Menopause: Understanding the Changes and Finding Relief | Dr Susan Davis | The Proof Podcast EP 256
  60. National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion [United States]
  61. National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health: How Safe Is This Product or Practice?
  62. National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health: Know the Science: How Medications and Supplements Can Interact
  63. Natural Therapies
  64. Navigating Menopause: Expert Insights and Solutions | Dr Susan Davis | The Proof Podcast EP 245
  65. Numbers You Should Know for Your Heart: What To Ask Your Doctor
  66. Osteoporosis Treatment: A-Z of Osteoporosis Treatments
  67. Pathtogoodbonehealth.org [Your Path to Good Bone Health, Bone Health & Osteoporosis Foundation, United States]
  68. Postmenopausal Osteoporosis
  69. Postmenopause
  70. Questions To Ask Your GP About Menopause
  71. Read My Lips
  72. Sarcopenia
  73. Staying Healthy During and After Menopause
  74. “Stronger Than Sarcopenia” Live Event: Understanding High Blood Pressure and Sarcopenia Among Older Americans
  75. Stronger Than Sticks and Stones: Promoting Women’s Bone Health Through Preventive Care
  76. Successful Aging: Tips for Keeping Your Body and Mind Sharp
  77. The Mediterranean Diet and Menopausal Health: An EMAS Position Statement
  78. The Menopause: After the Menopause
  79. The Truth About Menopause Supplements | Dr Sarah Berry
  80. The Women’s Health Initiative Randomized Trials and Clinical Practice
  81. The Women’s Health Initiative Trials: Clinical Messages
  82. Tip Sheet: What To Know About Post-Menopause Health Risks
  83. Using Natural Therapies In the Menopause Transition – Webinar
  84. Vaginal Dryness
  85. Vaginal Dryness After Menopause: How To Treat It?
  86. Video Series-2023: Menopause and Heart Disease
  87. Video Series-2023: Premature and Early Menopause
  88. Video Series-2024: Preparing for Your Menopause Health Care Visit
  89. Videos & Podcasts: Videos – Interviews: Cardiovascular Disease In Women
  90. Videos & Podcasts: Videos – Interviews: Vulvar Diseases, Overview for Aging Women [June 2024]
  91. Videos and Podcasts: Videos – Interviews: Heart Disease, Risk Factors of Developing Heart Disease, and Can I Take Hormones?
  92. Videos and Podcasts: Videos – Interviews: How To Protect Your Brain Health At Menopause and Beyond
  93. Videos and Podcasts: Videos – Interviews: Menopause and Diabetes
  94. Videos and Podcasts: Videos – Interviews: Prevention of Chronic Diseases In Women: Where Does MHT Fit In?
  95. Webinars: Previous – Approach To Bone Health In the Perimenopause and Postmenopause?
  96. Webinars: Previous – Cardiovascular Disease
  97. Webinars: Previous – Skin and Connective Tissue Ageing at the Time of the Menopause
  98. World Menopause Day [18 October 2023]
    Postmenopause and Chronic Disease
  99. Postmenopause and Chronic Disease PreventionWorld Menopause Day [18 October 2023]
  100. World Menopause Day: Patient Information Leaflet – Cardiovascular Disease: What Women Need To Know [Multiply Languages]

Sources

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You may find the Sources quoted at:

Sources

  1. Manson, J.A. E., et al. The Women’s Health Initiative Randomized Trials and Clinical Practice: A Review – Abstract: Conclusions and Relevance. 01 May 2024 https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/article-abstract/2818206 Accessed: 25 June 2024
  2. Chronic Disease: About Chronic Diseases – Chronic Diseases In America: Definition. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention https://www.cdc.gov/chronic-disease/prevention/ Accessed: 25 June 2024
  3. Chronic Disease: About Chronic Diseases – Chronic Diseases In America. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention https://www.cdc.gov/chronic-disease/prevention/ Accessed: 25 June 2024
  4. Chronic Disease: Preventing Chronic Diseases: What You Can Do Now – Prevention Steps and Strategies. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention https://www.cdc.gov/chronic-disease/prevention/ Accessed: 25 June 2024
  5. Manson, J.A. E., et al. The Women’s Health Initiative Randomized Trials and Clinical Practice: A Review – Abstract: Conclusions and Relevance. 01 May 2024 https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/article-abstract/2818206 Accessed: 25 June 2024
  6. Maintaining Health and Preventing Disease After the Menopause: Top 10 Prevention Tips for Chronic Diseases In Later Life. 2014:2. International Menopause Society https://www.imsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/wmd-2014-leaflet-english.pdf Accessed: 25 June 2024
Topic Last Updated: 11 August 2024 – Topic Last Reviewed: 25 June 2024

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Restless Legs Syndrome

“Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS) is a neurological disorder
characterised by unpleasant sensations in the legs
and the compelling need to move the legs…”.1

Umbrella

What may the Restless Legs Syndrome Umbrella include?

Depending on the Source (DotS) this Umbrella may include:

  • Ekbom/’s Syndrome
  • Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS)
  • Restless Legs Syndrome/Willis-Ekbom Disease (RLS/WED)
  • Willis-Ekbom Disease

Definition

What is restless legs syndrome (RLS)?

DotS the definition of RLS may vary. The (United States) National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke’s (NINDS) definition is:

“Restless legs syndrome (RLS)—also known as Willis-Ekbom Disease, primary RLS, and idiopathic RLS—is a neurological disorder that causes unpleasant or uncomfortable sensations in your legs and an irresistible urge to move them. Symptoms commonly occur in the late afternoon or evening hours and are often most intense at night when you are resting. RLS can severely disrupt your sleep, making it difficult to fall asleep or return to sleep after waking up. Moving the legs or walking typically relieves the discomfort but the sensations often recur once the movement stops”.2

In Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS): Overview – What Is Restless Legs Syndrome? the (United States) Cleveland Clinic’s definition is:

Restless Legs Syndrome“Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is a brain, nerve and sleep condition that causes a strong, nearly irresistible urge to move your legs that’s at least partially relieved by movement. Symptoms are more common when your body is at rest in the evening. It usually occurs in addition to uncomfortable sensations in your legs like throbbing or aching. The urge to constantly move can interfere with your ability to relax or fall asleep.

You may hear your healthcare provider call RLS restless leg syndrome or Willis-Ekbom disease”.3

Signs and Symptoms

What are common signs and symptoms of RLS?

In Restless Legs Syndrome: What Is Restless Legs Syndrome? Common Signs and Symptoms of RLS the NINDS explain:

“If you have RLS, you may feel an irresistible urge to move, which is accompanied by uncomfortable sensations in your lower limbs that are unlike normal sensations experienced by someone without the disorder. The sensations in your legs may feel like aching, throbbing, pulling, itching, crawling, or creeping. These sensations less commonly affect the arms, and rarely the chest or head. Although the sensations can occur on just one side of your body, they most often affect both sides”.4

Common or Not

How common is RLS?

In Restless Legs Syndrome: What Is Restless Legs Syndrome? the NINDS explain:

“It is estimated that up to seven to 10 percent of the U.S. population may have RLS, which can begin at any age. It occurs in both males and females, although females are more likely to have it. Many individuals who are severely affected are middle-aged or older, and the symptoms typically become more frequent and last longer with age”.5

Menopause and RLS

Is there an association between menopause and RLS?

On page two in Menopause and Insomnia: Causes – Restless Legs Syndrome the (British) Women’s Health Concern explain:

“One study of RLS patients found 69 per cent of post-menopausal women perceived their symptoms as worse than before menopause. However, it is not clear whether restless leg syndrome contributes to sleep disturbance, or if women who are not sleeping well are more aware of the problem”.6

Restless Legs SyndromeLook for A Pattern

How may I Look for A Pattern with RLS?

In RLS Monitor the (United Kingdom) RLS-UK elaborate on:

“During a medical consultation there is limited time available and it can be hard to accurately look back and relay when our symptoms were at their worst. With this in mind, ‘My RLS Monitor’ has been developed, a seven-day tracker for symptoms to allow you to report your symptoms more comprehensively to your doctor and allow both you and your medical practitioner to spot patterns and/or to help compare these symptoms with previous monitoring and to help keep a track on medication”.7

Restless Legs Syndrome

In Symptoms & Diagnosis: RLS Symptom Diary the (United States) Restless Legs Syndrome Foundation elaborate on:

“The RLS Symptom Diary is a convenient tool to record information on your daily symptoms such as when they occur, how long they last and possible triggers such as nicotine, alcohol or caffeine”.8

Treatment

How is RLS treated?

In Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS): Management and Treatment – How Is Restless Legs Syndrome Treated? the Cleveland Clinic explain:

“Treatment for RLS may include taking medications or changing your routine at home to help relieve your symptoms. Some people may reduce their symptoms if they work with their healthcare provider to manage other underlying health conditions. You and your healthcare provider will discuss the treatment options that might be best for you, as well as any side effects to look out for”.9

Health Care Provider

What if I thinks I have RLS?

If you think you have RLS, it may be in your best interest to choose to talk to your health care provider about this. Together you can discuss your options and if required, agree on who may be the most appropriate health care provider to help you.

In Restless Legs Syndrome: Symptoms & Causes – Overview: When To See A Doctor the (United States) Mayo Clinic encourage us to seek help:

“Talk with your healthcare professional if you have symptoms of restless legs syndrome. RLS can interfere with your sleep, cause daytime drowsiness and affect your quality of life”.10

Health Topics A-Z

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  2. Are You Missing This Simple Treatment for Restless Legs?
  3. Association of Premenopausal Bilateral Oophorectomy With Restless Legs Syndrome
  4. Brain Foundation + Migraine & Headache Australia
  5. Depression and RLS
  6. Frequently Asked Questions
  7. Frequently Asked Questions
  8. Helpful Links
  9. Hot Flashes: What Can I Do? [+ Video: What Are the Signs and Symptoms of Menopause?]
  10. How To Find Relief for Hot Flashes At Night
  11. Lifestyle
  12. Living With RLS
  13. Managing Augmentation
  14. Medications
  15. Menopause Map: Downloadable Resources – My Personal Path Print Tools: Symptom Tracker
  16. Menopause Mindfulness: A Personal Toolkit for Menopause Preparedness
  17. Menopause Patient Information [Videos] 2. Talking To Your GP About Menopause
  18. Menopause Patient Information [Videos] 5. Lifestyle Advice In Menopause & Perimenopause
  19. Menopause Preparedness Toolkit Video Series: Common Conditions Associated With Menopause and Midlife
  20. Menopause Preparedness Toolkit Video Series: Lifestyle Tips for Menopause
  21. Menopause Preparedness Toolkit Video Series: Mindfulness & Wellbeing During the Menopause Transition
  22. Menopause Preparedness Toolkit: A Woman’s Empowerment Guide
  23. Menopause and Insomnia
  24. National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health: Herbs At A Glance
  25. National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health: How Safe Is This Product or Practice?
  26. National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health: Relaxation Techniques: What You Need To Know
  27. National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke [United States]
  28. Restless Legs SyndromePLMD [Periodic Limb Movement Disorder]
  29. RLS Monitor
  30. Restless Legs Syndrome
  31. Restless Legs Syndrome
  32. Restless Legs Syndrome
  33. Restless Legs Syndrome
  34. Restless Legs Syndrome
  35. Restless Legs Syndrome: Self-Care Strategies for Mild RLS
  36. Rls-uk.org [Restless Legs Syndrome-UK [United Kingdom]
  37. Rls.org [Restless Legs Syndrome Foundation, United States]
  38. Ropinirole HCL – Uses, Side Effects and More
  39. Symptoms & Diagnosis
  40. Symptoms & Diagnosis: RLS Symptom Diary
  41. Symptoms & Diagnosis: What Is Augmentation? [+ Video: RLS and Augmentation]
  42. The Best Home Remedies for Restless Legs Syndrome
  43. Tips To Help Manage Menopause Symptoms
  44. Understanding RLS
  45. Understanding RLS
  46. What Is Restless Legs Syndrome and Why Does It Matter? – BBC REEL

Sources

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You may find the Sources quoted at:

Sources

  1. Restless Legs Syndrome: Description. Brain Foundation and Headache Australia https://brainfoundation.org.au/disorders/restless-legs-syndrome/ Accessed: 25 June 2024
  2. Restless Legs Syndrome: What Is Restless Legs Syndrome? National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke https://www.ninds.nih.gov/health-information/disorders/restless-legs-syndrome Accessed: 25 June 2024
  3. Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS): Overview – What Is Restless Legs Syndrome? Cleveland Clinic. 11 September 2023 https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/9497-restless-legs-syndrome Accessed: 25 June 2024
  4. Restless Legs Syndrome: What Is Restless Legs Syndrome? Common Signs and Symptoms of RLS? National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke https://www.ninds.nih.gov/health-information/disorders/restless-legs-syndrome Accessed: 25 June 2024
  5. Restless Legs Syndrome: What Is Restless Legs Syndrome? National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke https://www.ninds.nih.gov/disorders/patient-caregiver-education/fact-sheets/restless-legs-syndrome-fact-sheet Accessed: 25 June 2024
  6. Menopause and Insomnia: Causes – Restless Legs Syndrome. Publication Date: September 2021:2. Women’s Health Concern https://www.womens-health-concern.org/help-and-advice/factsheets/menopause-and-insomnia/ Accessed: 25 June 2024
  7. RLS Monitor. RLS-UK https://www.rls-uk.org/rls-monitor Accessed: 25 June 2024
  8. Symptoms & Diagnosis: RLS Symptom Diary. National Restless Legs Syndrome Foundation https://www.rls.org/understanding-rls/symptoms-diagnosis Accessed: 25 June 2024
  9. Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS): Management and Treatment – How Is RLS Treated? Cleveland Clinic. 11 September 2023 https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/9497-restless-legs-syndrome Accessed: 25 June 2024
  10. Restless Legs Syndrome: Symptoms & Causes – Overview: When To See A Doctor. Mayo Clinic. 26 January 2024 https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/restless-legs-syndrome/symptoms-causes/syc-20377168 Accessed: 25 June 2024
Topic Last Updated: 12 September 2024 – Topic Last Reviewed: 25 June 2024

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Hormone Therapy and Heart Disease

“Women who initiate hormone therapy aged older than
60 years or more than 10 or 20 years from menopause
onset are at higher absolute risks of CHD, VTE, and…”.1

Umbrella

What may the Hormone Therapy and Heart Disease Umbrella include?

Depending on the Source (DotS) this Umbrella may include:

  • Cardiovascular Disease
  • Coronary Heart Disease
  • Heart Disease
  • Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)
  • Hormone Therapy (HT)
  • Ischemic Heart Disease
  • Menopausal Hormone Therapy (MHT)

Cardiovascular Diseases

What are cardiovascular diseases (CVDs)?

DotS the definition of CVDs may vary. The World Health Organization’s definition is:

“Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are the leading cause of death globally, taking an estimated 17.9 million lives each year. CVDs are a group of disorders of the heart and blood vessels and include coronary heart disease, cerebrovascular disease, rheumatic heart disease and other conditions. More than four out of five CVD deaths are due to heart attacks and strokes, and one third of these deaths occur prematurely in people under 70 years of age”.2

Type

Hormone Therapy and Heart DiseaseHormone Therapy and heart Disease What can it be important to be clear about with hormone therapy (HT) and heart disease risk information?

It can be important to be clear about the type of HT and whether heart disease risk information is about – Estrogen Plus Progestogen HT or Estrogen-Alone HT.

Younger Than Age 60 or Not

What can it also be important to be clear about with HT and heart disease risk information?

It can also be important to be clear about whether HT and heart disease risk information is about women “younger than age 60 years or within 10 years of menopause” or not.

Younger Than Age 60

For women younger than age 60 or within 10 years of menopause, what is the association between HT and heart disease risk?

On page one in Deciding About Hormone Therapy Use: Potential Risks, published July 2022, the North American Menopause Society (NAMS) explain:

“Some studies suggest that HT might be good for your heart if you start before age 60 or within 10 years of menopause”.3

On page two in the Joint Position Statement By the British Menopause Society, Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists and Society for Endocrinology on Best Practice Recommendations for the Care of Women Experiencing the Menopause, first published online 10 June 2022, one of the recommendations is:

  • “Evidence from Cochrane database analysis suggests that HRT started before the age of 60 or within 10 years of the menopause may result in reduction in atherosclerosis progression, coronary heart disease and may lower cardiovascular and all-cause mortality”.4

After Age 60

For women after age 60 or further than 10 years from menopause, what is the association between HT and heart disease risk?

On page one in Deciding About Hormone Therapy Use: Potential Risks the NAMS also note:

“However, if you start HT further from menopause or after age 60, HT might slightly increase your risk of heart disease. Although there are risks associated with taking HT, they are not common, and most go away after you stop treatment”.5

On page 780 in The 2022 Hormone Therapy Position Statement of The North American Menopause Society: Cardiovascular Disease and All-Cause Mortality – Key Points published July 2022 and “endorsed by more than 20 well-respected international organizations”, one of the key points is:

“Women who initiate hormone therapy aged older than 60 years or more than 10 or 20 years from menopause onset are at higher absolute risks of CHD, VTE, and stroke than women initiating hormone therapy in early menopause. (Level I)”.6

What is Level I?

In this context “Level I: Based on good and consistent scientific evidence”.

What is CHD?

CHD can be an abbreviation for Coronary Heart Disease.

What is VTE?

VTE can be an abbreviation for Venous Thromboembolism.

Health Care Provider

If I choose to use HT what are my risks of heart disease?

Different women who choose to use HT can have different risks of heart disease. It may therefore be in your best interest to also choose to talk to your health care provider about this. In Hormone Therapy: Is It Right for You? The Bottom Line: Hormone Therapy Isn’t All Good or All Bad the (United States) Mayo Clinic explain:

“To determine if hormone therapy is a good treatment option for you, talk to your doctor about your individual symptoms and health risks. Be sure to keep the conversation going throughout your menopausal years.

As researchers learn more about hormone therapy and other menopausal treatments, recommendations may change. If you continue to have bothersome menopausal symptoms, review treatment options with your doctor on a regular basis”.7

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  1. A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Effects of Menopausal Hormone Therapy on Cardiovascular Diseases
  2. BMS & WHC’s 2020 Recommendations on Hormone Replacement Therapy In Menopausal Women
  3. BMS TV: Bioidentical Hormones
  4. BMS TV: Coronary Heart Disease (CHD)
  5. BMS TV: Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)
  6. BMS TV: Menopause Explained
  7. Bioidentical Hormones: Are They Safer?
  8. Cardiovascular Diseases
  9. Coronary Heart Disease [+ Know the Difference]
  10. Deciding About Hormone Therapy
  11. Deciding About Hormone Therapy Use
  12. Deep Vein Thrombosis
  13. Different Heart Diseases
  14. Find A Menopause Practitioner [United States and Other]
  15. Find An AMS Doctor [Australasian Menopause Society i.e. Australia and New Zealand]
  16. Find Your Nearest BMS Menopause Specialist [British Menopause Society]
  17. From Cardiovascular Protection To Cardiovascular Risk: The Metamorphosis of Menopausal Hormone Therapy
  18. Getting Serious About Heart Health
  19. Goredforwomen.org [Go Red for Women, United States]
  20. Guidance on Menopausal Hormone Therapy
  21. HRT – Types, Doses and Regimens
  22. HRT: Benefits and Risks – What You Should Know
  23. Heart Disease and Stroke In Women
  24. Heart Disease, Family Health History, and Familial Hypercholesterolemia
  25. Heart Disease: It’s Not Just for Men
  26. Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)
  27. Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT): Alternatives To Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)
  28. Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT): Benefits and Risks of Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)
  29. Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT): Types of Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)
  30. Hormone Therapy In Postmenopausal Persons: Primary Prevention of Chronic Conditions
  31. Hormone Therapy: Is It Right for You?
  32. Hot Flashes
  33. Hot Flashes
  34. Hot Flashes: What Can I Do? [+ Video: What Are the Signs and Symptoms of Menopause?]
  35. How To Find Relief for Hot Flashes At Night
  36. Joint Position Statement By the British Menopause Society, Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists and Society for Endocrinology on Best Practice Recommendations for the Care of Women Experiencing the Menopause
  37. Know Your Numbers They Could Just Save Your Life
  38. Later Years (Around 50 Years and Over): Menopause and Post Menopause Health – Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) [+ Video: Is HRT Bad for You?] [Other Languages and Formats]
  39. Later Years (Around 50 Years and Over): Menopause and Post Menopause Health – Treating Menopause Symptoms [+ Video: Does the Menopause Happen Suddenly?] [Other Languages and Formats]
  40. Life’s Essential 8
  41. Listen To Your Heart: Women and Heart Disease
  42. Mayo Clinic Minute: Help With Hot Flashes Due To Menopause [+ Video]
  43. Mayo Clinic Minute: How Lifestyle Changes May Help Manage Menopause Symptoms [+ Video]
  44. Mayo Clinic Minute: What Is Heart Disease? [+ Video Courtesy: Mayo Clinic News Network]
  45. Mayo Clinic Minute: Signs of Coronary Artery Disease, How To Reduce Your Risk [+ Video Courtesy: Mayo Clinic News Network]
  46. Menopausal Hormone Therapy
  47. Menopausal Hormone Therapy and Breast Cancer Risk
  48. Menopausal Hormone Therapy and Venous Thromboembolism
  49. Menopausal Hormone Therapy, Heart Disease and Stroke
  50. Menopause
  51. Menopause
  52. Menopause Patient Information [Videos] 2. Talking To Your GP About Menopause
  53. Menopause Patient Information [Videos] 3. The Risks & Benefits of HRT
  54. Menopause Patient Information [Videos] 4. The Different Types of HRT
  55. Menopause Patient Information [Videos] 5. Lifestyle Advice In Menopause & Perimenopause
  56. Menopause Preparedness Toolkit Video Series: Common Conditions Associated With Menopause and Midlife
  57. Menopause Preparedness Toolkit Video Series: Lifestyle Tips for Menopause
  58. Menopause Preparedness Toolkit Video Series: Treating Vasomotor Symptoms of Menopause
  59. Menopause Symptoms: Mayo Clinic Expert Outlines Hormone and Nonhormonal Therapies
  60. Menopause Treatments: What Works, What Doesn’t
  61. Menopause and Heart Disease
  62. Menopause and Heart Disease
  63. Menopause and Heart Disease: Does HRT Affect Your Risk of Heart and Circulatory Disease?
  64. Menopause and Your Heart
  65. Menopause, Perimenopause, Hormone Therapy and Other Treatments With Madelyn Butler, MD [Podcast]
  66. Menopause: Ensuring A Tranquil Transition
  67. Menopause: Things You Can Do
  68. Menopause: Understanding the Changes and Finding Relief | Dr Susan Davis | The Proof Podcast EP 256
  69. Mymenoplan.org [My Menoplan, United States]
  70. National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health: Cardiovascular Disease
  71. National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health: Chelation for Coronary Heart Disease: What You Need To Know
  72. National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health: Herbs At A Glance
  73. National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health: How Safe Is This Product or Practice?
  74. Navigating Menopause: Expert Insights and Solutions | Dr Susan Davis | The Proof Podcast EP 245
  75. Read My Lips
  76. Rethinking Menopausal Hormone Therapy: For Whom, What, When, and How Long?
  77. The 2023 Practitioner’s Toolkit for Managing Menopause
  78. The Benefits and Risks of Menopause Hormone Therapy for the Cardiovascular System In Postmenopausal Women: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
  79. The Truth About Menopause Supplements | Dr Sarah Berry
  80. The Women’s Health Initiative Randomized Trials and Clinical Practice
  81. Therapy for the Effects of Menopause
  82. Tips To Help Manage Menopause Symptoms
  83. Using Natural Therapies In the Menopause Transition – Webinar
  84. Video Series-2023: Menopause and Heart Disease
  85. Video Series-2023: NAMS 2023 Nonhormone Therapies Position Statement for Bothersome Menopause Symptoms
  86. Video Series-2023: New FDA-Approved Nonhormone Option for the Treatment of Hot Flashes
  87. Video: Leslie Cho, MD, Discusses CV Risks, Benefits of Menopausal Hormone Therapy
  88. Videos & Podcasts: Videos – Interviews: Cardiovascular Disease In Women
  89. Videos and Podcasts: Videos – Interviews: Heart Disease, Risk Factors of Developing Heart Disease, and Can I Take Hormones?
  90. Webinars: Previous – Cardiovascular Disease
  91. Webinars: Previous – Non-Hormonal Pharmacological Interventions For VMS
  92. Webinars: Previous – Non-Pharmacological Interventions For VMS
  93. Webinars: Previous – The Early Menopausal Patient
  94. What Is Cardiovascular Disease?
  95. What Is Cardiovascular Disease?
  96. ‘What’s Normal Has Changed’: Navigating Menopausal Hormone Therapy As CVD Risk Grows
  97. Why Didn’t Anyone Tell Me This? Episode 3: Dr Annice Mukherjee: Your Essential Menopause Toolkit
  98. Women & CVD
  99. World Menopause Day
  100. World Menopause Day: Patient Information Leaflet – Cardiovascular Disease: What Women Need To Know [Multiply Languages]
    Hormone Therapy and Heart Disease

Sources

Where may I find the Sources quoted?

You may find the Sources quoted at:

Sources

  1. The 2022 Hormone Therapy Position Statement of The North American Menopause Society: Cardiovascular Disease and All Cause Mortality – Key Points. 2022: 780 North American Menopause Society https://www.menopause.org/docs/default-source/professional/nams-2022-hormone-therapy-position-statement.pdf Accessed: 24 June 2024
  2. Cardiovascular Diseases. World Health Organization https://www.who.int/health-topics/cardiovascular-diseases#tab=tab_1 Accessed: 24 June 2024
  3. Deciding About Hormone Therapy Use: Potential Risks. 2022:1. North American Menopause Society https://www.menopause.org/docs/default-source/professional/menonote-deciding-about-ht-2022.pdf Accessed: 24 June 2024
  4. Hamoda, H., Mukherjee, A., Morris, E., Baldeweg, S. E., Jayesena, C. N., Briggs, P., Moger, S. Joint Position Statement By the British Menopause Society, Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists and Society for Endocrinology on Best Practice Recommendations for the Care of Women Experiencing the Menopause. First Published 10 June 2022:3-4. https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.1177/20533691221104879 Accessed: 24 June 2024
  5. Deciding About Hormone Therapy Use: Potential Risks. 2022:1. North American Menopause Society https://www.menopause.org/docs/default-source/professional/menonote-deciding-about-ht-2022.pdf Accessed: 24 June 2024
  6. The 2022 Hormone Therapy Position Statement of The North American Menopause Society: Cardiovascular Disease and All Cause Mortality – Key Points. 2022: 780 North American Menopause Society https://www.menopause.org/docs/default-source/professional/nams-2022-hormone-therapy-position-statement.pdf Accessed: 24 June 2024
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Topic Last Updated: 24 June 2024 – Topic Last Reviewed: 24 June 2024

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Family Health History

“Family health history is a record of the diseases
and health conditions in your family.
You and your family members share genes”.1

Umbrella

What may the Family Health History Umbrella include?

Depending on the Source (DotS) this Umbrella may include:

  • Family Health History/Portrait
  • Family History
  • Family History of Disease
  • Family Medical History
  • Family Tree for Health
  • Medical Family History/Tree

Family Health History

What is a family health history?

DotS the definition of a family health history may vary. In Family Health History: About Family Health History – Overview the (United States) Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) definition is:

“Family health history is a record of the diseases and health conditions in your family. You and your family members share genes. You may also have behaviors in common, such as exercise habits and what you like to eat. You may live in the same area and come into contact with similar things in the environment. Family history includes all of these factors, any of which can affect your health”.2

How

How can I collect my family health history?

In Family Health History: About Family Health History – Collect Your Family Health History the CDC elaborate on:

“You may know a lot about your family health history or only a little. To get the complete picture, use family gatherings as a time to talk about health history. If possible, look at death certificates and family medical records. Collect information about your parents, sisters, brothers, half-sisters, half-brothers, children, grandparents, aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews. Include information on major medical conditions, causes of death, age at disease diagnosis, age at death, and ethnic background”.3

My Family Health Portrait

Is there a Family Health Portrait tool or format?

Your Country may have a Family Health Portrait similar to the (United States) Surgeon General’s. In Family Health History: About Family Health History – Collect Your Family Health History the CDC explain:

“Be sure to update the information regularly and share what you’ve learned with your family and with your healthcare provider. You can use the Surgeon General’s web-based tool called “My Family Health Portrait” to keep track of the information”.4

Important or Not

Why is family health history important?

In Family Health History: About Family Health History – Why Family Health History Is Important the CDC explain:

“Most people have a family health history of at least one chronic disease, such as cancer, heart disease, and diabetes. If you have a close family member with a chronic disease, you may be more likely to develop that disease yourself, especially if more than one close relative has (or had) the disease or a family member got the disease at a younger age than usual”.5

Prevention

Is there an association between prevention and family health history?

In Family Health History: About Family Health History – Act on Your Family Health History the CDC note:

“You can’t change your genes, but you can change unhealthy behaviors, such as smoking, not exercising or being active, and poor eating habits. If you have a family health history of disease, you may have the most to gain from lifestyle changes and screening tests. In many cases, healthy habits can reduce your risk for diseases that run in your family. Screening tests, such as blood sugar testing, mammograms, and colorectal cancer screening, help find early signs of disease. Finding disease early can often mean better health in the long run”.6

Act

As a result of my family health history, how can I act?

In Family Health History: About Family Health History – Act on Your Family Health History the CDC elaborate on:

Family Health History
“How To Act on Your Family Health History

  • Did your mother or sister have breast cancer before age 50? Talk with your healthcare provider about whether you should be referred for genetic counseling and testing
  • Does your mom, dad, sister, or brother have diabetes? Ask your healthcare provider how early you should be screened for diabetes
  • Did your mom, dad, brother, or sister get colorectal (colon) cancer before age 50? Talk with your healthcare provider about whether you should start getting colonoscopies earlier or have them done more often”.7

Health Care Provider

Is it important to share my family health history with my health care provider?

It may be in your best interest to choose to share your family health history with your health care provider.

In Family Health History: About Family Health History – Why Family Health History Is Important the CDC explain:

“Collect your family health history information before visiting your healthcare provider and take it with you. Even if you don’t know all of your family health history information, share what you do know. Family health history information, even if incomplete, can help your healthcare provider decide which screening tests you need and when those tests should start”.8

Health Topics A-Z

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In Health Topics A-Z you may find:

Health Topics A-Z

Links

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Links

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  2. Cancer: Alcohol and Cancer
  3. Cancer: Family Health History and Cancer [+ Video: Bring It to the Table: Understanding Your Family’s Cancer Risk]
  4. Chronic Disease
  5. Chronic Disease: Preventing Chronic Diseases: What You Can Do Now
  6. Family Health History
  7. Family Health History
  8. Family Health History: About Family Health History
  9. Family Health History: Family Health History for Adults
  10. Family History
  11. Genes
  12. Genetic Conditions [Topics]
  13. Genetic Disorders
  14. Genetic Testing
  15. Genetic Testing
  16. Genetic Testing and Family Relationships
  17. Genetic Testing for Breast Cancer
  18. Genetics
  19. Genetics, Disease Prevention and Treatment FAQ
  20. Genome.gov [National Genome Research Institute, United States]
  21. Genomics and Your Health
  22. Genomics and Your Health: Precision Health: Predict and Prevent Disease
  23. Heart Disease, Family Health History, and Familial Hypercholesterolemia
  24. Heart Disease, Family Health History, and Familial Hypercholesterolemia: About Family Health History and Heart Disease
  25. Heart Disease, Family Health History, and Familial Hypercholesterolemia: Family Health History and Heart Disease
  26. Help Me Understand Genetics
  27. Hereditary Hemochromatosis
  28. Heredity Breast and Ovarian Cancer
  29. Heredity Breast and Ovarian Cancer: About Hereditary Breast and Ovarian Cancers
  30. Heredity Breast and Ovarian Cancer: Family Health History and Breast and Ovarian Cancers
  31. Heredity Breast and Ovarian Cancer: Family Health History and the BRAC1 and the BRAC2 Genes
  32. Heredity Breast and Ovarian Cancer: Testing for Hereditary Breast and Ovarian Cancer
  33. Heredity Breast and Ovarian Cancer: What Causes Hereditary Breast and Ovarian Cancers
  34. Heredity Colorectal (Colon) Cancer
  35. Heredity Colorectal (Colon) Cancer: About Heredity Colorectal (Colon) Cancer
  36. Heredity Colorectal (Colon) Cancer: About Lynch Syndrome
  37. How Menopause Impacts Your Health
  38. Inheriting Genetic Conditions
  39. Menopause Preparedness Toolkit Video Series: Common Conditions Associated With Menopause and Midlife
  40. My Family Health Portrait: A Tool From the Surgeon General
  41. National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities (NCBDDD)
  42. National Human Genome Research Institute [United States]
  43. National DNA Day [April 25, United States]
  44. Pass the Turkey — and Your Family Health Insights — This Thanksgiving
  45. Sickle Cell Disease (SCD)
  46. Sickle Cell Disease (SCD): About Sickle Disease
  47. The Human Genome Project (HGP)
  48. Variants and Health [Genes]
  49. What Is Genetic Ancestry Testing?

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Sources

  1. Family Health History: About Family Health History – Overview. 15 May 2024. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention https://www.cdc.gov/family-health-history/about/index.html Accessed: 22 June 2024
  2. Family Health History: About Family Health History – Overview. 15 May 2024. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention https://www.cdc.gov/family-health-history/about/index.html Accessed: 22 June 2024
  3. Family Health History: About Family Health History – Collect Your Family Health History. 15 May 2024. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention https://www.cdc.gov/family-health-history/about/index.html Accessed: 22 June 2024
  4. Family Health History: About Family Health History – Collect Your Family Health History. 15 May 2024. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention https://www.cdc.gov/family-health-history/about/index.html Accessed: 22 June 2024
  5. Family Health History: About Family Health History – Why Is Family Health History Important? 15 May 2024. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention https://www.cdc.gov/family-health-history/about/index.html Accessed: 22 June 2024
  6. Family Health History: About Family Health History – Act on Your Family Health History. 15 May 2024. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention https://www.cdc.gov/family-health-history/about/index.html Accessed: 22 June 2024
  7. Family Health History: About Family Health History – Act on Your Family Health History. 15 May 2024. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention https://www.cdc.gov/family-health-history/about/index.html Accessed: 22 June 2024
  8. Family Health History: About Family Health History – Why Is Family Health History Important? 15 May 2024. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention https://www.cdc.gov/family-health-history/about/index.html Accessed: 22 June 2024
Topic Last Updated: 22 June 2024 – Topic Last Reviewed: 22 June 2024

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DHEA

“In women, dehydroepiandrosterone is an important source
of oestrogens in the body – it provides about 75%
of oestrogens before the menopause, and 100%…”.1

Umbrella

What may the DHEA Umbrella include?

Depending on the Source (DotS) this Umbrella may include:

  • Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA)
  • Prasterone
  • Synthetic Versions – Fidelin, Fluasterone, Prastera and Prasterone

Definition

What is dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA)?

DotS the definition of DHEA may vary. In Dehydroepiandrosterone: What Is Dehydroepiandrosterone? the (United States) You and Your Hormones, an education resource from the Society for Endocrinology’s (NCCIH), definition is:

“Dehydroepiandrosterone is a precursor hormone, which means it has little biological effect on its own, but has powerful effects when converted into other hormones such as testosterone and oestradiol”.2

Oestrogen

What is the association between DHEA and oestrogen?

In Dehydroepiandrosterone: What Is Dehydroepiandrosterone? You and Your Hormones explain:

“In women, dehydroepiandrosterone is an important source of oestrogens in the body – it provides about 75% of oestrogens before the menopause, and 100% of oestrogens in the body after menopause”.3

Women

What is the association between DHEA and women?

In Dehydroepiandrosterone: What happens If I Have Too Little Dehydroepiandrosterone? You and Your Hormones note:

“In women, low levels of dehydroepiandrosterone are associated with low libido, reduced bone mineral density and osteoporosis. However, supplementation with commercially available dehydroepiandrosterone is not recommended as there is concern about numerous possible side-effects”.4

Aging

Is there an association between aging and DHEA?

In DHEA: What the Research Says, dated 10 August 2023, the (United States) Mayo Clinic note:

  • “Aging. In theory, taking DHEA supplements to maintain DHEA levels could slow the aging process, possibly improving well-being, cognitive function and body composition. But so far research hasn’t proved this to be true. More studies are needed to better understand whether DHEA supplementation can counteract some of the effects of aging. A small study suggested that taking DHEA supplements might improve skin hydration and firmness, and decrease aging spots in elderly adults”.5

Vaginal Atrophy

How effective is DHEA for the treatment of vaginal atrophy?

In DHEA: What the Research Says the Mayo Clinic note:

  • “Vaginal atrophy. Limited research suggests that DHEA might improve vaginal dryness in postmenopausal women”.6

On page two in Vaginal Dryness: Treatment Options – Other Prescription Therapies the NAMS explain:

  • “Dehydroepiandrasterone (DHEA; Prasterone) is a hormone-containing insert placed in the vagina nightly that reduces vaginal dryness and discomfort with sexual activity”.7

In DHEA: How Effective Is It? the (United States) MedlinePlus note the effectiveness rating is:

“Likely Effective for…

  • Thinning of vaginal tissue (vaginal atrophy). Using vaginal inserts containing DHEA can reduce pain during sex by up to 15% after menopause. A prescription DHEA product is available for this condition”.8

Postmenopausal Sexual Dysfunction

How effective is DHEA for the treatment of postmenopausal sexual dysfunction?

In The 2023 Practitioner’s Toolkit for Managing Menopause: Management – Considerations for All Women At Menopause: Menopausal Hormone Therapy, published online 30 October 2023, the authors explain:

“With respect to androgen therapy, the Global Consensus Position Statement advises the following:

  • Oral DHEA is not effective for the treatment of postmenopausal sexual dysfunction. In addition, systemic DHEA has not been found to be clinically beneficial for the treatment or prevention of any other symptoms or conditions”.9

Dietary Supplement

Is DHEA available as a dietary supplement?

DotC (Depending on the Country) DHEA may be available as a dietary supplement. In DHEA: Overview the Mayo Clinic explain:

DHEA“A synthetic version of DHEA is available as a tablet, capsule, powder, topical cream and gel”.10

Safe or Not

Are DHEA supplements safe?

In DHEA: Safety and Side Effects the Mayo Clinic explain the safety and side effects of DHEA and elaborate on possible medication interactions.

In The Utilization of Dehydroepiandrosterone As A Sexual Hormone Precursor In Premenopausal and Postmenopausal Women: An Overview: 6. Conclusions, published online 29 December 2021, the authors elaborate on:

“By focusing on anti-aging properties of DHEA, it may be appealing to take DHEA during midlife or late life since this hormone is sold over the counter and on the internet. However, DHEA supplements for both premenopausal and postmenopausal women are not advised due to unknown long-term effects. DHEA is a precursor for many androgenic and estrogenic entities, and its metabolic pathways may differ between genders and among ages. The efficacy of DHEA has been studied in inadequate sample sizes, thus yielding inconsistent results in postmenopausal women. Therefore, large-scale randomized, controlled trials, with comparable dosages and adequate treatment durations are warranted to further understand the risks and benefits of DHEA, and draw reliable conclusions”.11

Health Care Provider

What if I choose to use DHEA supplements?

If you choose to use DHEA supplements it may be in your best interest to also choose to talk to your health care provider about this.

Health Topics A-Z

Where may I find Health Topics A-Z related to DHEA?

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Health Topics A-Z

Links

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Links

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  1. Adrenal Hormones: Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA)
  2. Askearlymenopause.org [Ask EM] [+ Video: What Is Early Menopause?]
  3. BMS Statement on Testosterone
  4. BMS TV: Testosterone Explained
  5. BMS TV: Urogenital Atrophy
  6. DHEA
  7. DHEA
  8. DHEA: Safety and Side Effects
  9. Dehydroepiandrosterone
  10. Dehydroepiandrosterone for Women In the Peri- or Postmenopausal Phase
  11. Dietary Supplements
  12. Endometrial Safety of Low-Dose Vaginal Estrogens
  13. Endometrial Safety of Low-Dose Vaginal Estrogens [Video]
  14. FAQs: Your Sexual Health
  15. FDA 101: Dietary Supplements
  16. How Do I Deal With Vaginal Atrophy? — Ask Dr Jean
  17. I Forgot To Ask the Doctor – E9: The Menopause: Can Every Woman That Wants It Have HRT?
  18. Information for Consumers on Using Dietary Supplements
  19. Is It Really ‘FDA Approved?’
  20. Joint Position Statement By the British Menopause Society, Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists and Society for Endocrinology on Best Practice Recommendations for the Care of Women Experiencing the Menopause
  21. Lack of Evidence Supporting DHEA for Improved Overall Health for Women
  22. Later Years (Around 50 Years and Over): Menopause and Post Menopause Health – Signs and Symptoms of Menopause [+ Video: Talking Menopause With Your GP] [Other Languages and Formats]
  23. Later Years (Around 50 Years and Over): Menopause and Post Menopause Health – Sexual Wellbeing, Intimacy and Menopause [+ Video: Menopause Is the End of Your Sex Life] [Other Languages and Formats]
  24. Later Years (Around 50 Years and Over): Menopause and Post Menopause Health – Treating Menopause Symptoms [+ Video: Does the Menopause Happen Suddenly] [Other Languages and Formats]
  25. Libido
  26. Lubricant Alternatives: What To Use and What To Avoid
  27. Mayo Clinic Minute: How Lifestyle Changes May Help Manage Menopause Symptoms [Video]
  28. Mayo Clinic Q and A: Dietary Supplements Useful In Some Situations, But Also Can Be Harmful
  29. Menopause
  30. Menopause
  31. Menopause
  32. Menopause & Herbs
  33. Menopause Map: Downloadable Resources – My Personal Path Print Tools: Questions for Your Health Care Provider
  34. Menopause Patient Information: 2. Talking To Your GP About Menopause
  35. Menopause Patient Information: 5. Lifestyle Advice In Menopause & Perimenopause [Video]
  36. Menopause Preparedness Toolkit Video Series: Common Conditions Associated With Menopause and Midlife
  37. Menopause Preparedness Toolkit Video Series: Lifestyle Tips for Menopause
  38. Menopause Preparedness Toolkit Video Series: What Is Menopause?
  39. Menopause Preparedness Toolkit: A Woman’s Empowerment Guide
  40. Menopause Symptoms: Mayo Clinic Expert Outlines Hormone and Nonhormonal Therapies
  41. Menopause Treatments: What Works, What Doesn’t
  42. Menopause What Are the Symptoms?
  43. Menopause, Perimenopause, Hormone Therapy and Other Treatments With Madelyn Butler, MD [Podcast]
  44. Menopause: Understanding the Changes and Finding Relief | Dr Susan Davis | The Proof Podcast EP 256
  45. Mixing Medications and Dietary Supplements Can Endanger Your Health
  46. National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health: Dietary and Herbal Supplements
  47. National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health: Herbs At A Glance
  48. National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health: How Safe Is This Product or Practice?
  49. National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health: Natural Doesn’t Necessarily Mean Safer, or Better
  50. National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health: Soy
  51. Natural Remedies To Help Manage Perimenopause Symptoms
  52. Natural Therapies & Supplements
  53. Navigating Menopause: Expert Insights and Solutions | Dr Susan Davis | The Proof Podcast EP 245
  54. Office of Dietary Supplements: Dietary Supplement Fact Sheets
  55. Prescribing Testosterone and DHEA: The Role of Androgens In Women
  56. Prosayla Supported By ISSWSH [International Society for the Study of Women’s Sexual Health]
  57. Safety of Natural Therapies
  58. Supplementation of Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) In Pre-and Postmenopausal Women – Position Statement of Expert Panel of Polish Menopause and Andropause Society
  59. Supplements for Menopause Symptoms: Are They Safe?
  60. The 2020 Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause Position Statement of The North American Menopause Society
  61. The Truth About Menopause Supplements | Dr Sarah Berry
  62. The Utilization of Dehydroepiandrosterone As A Sexual Hormone Precursor In Premenopausal and Postmenopausal Women: An Overview
  63. Therapy for the Effects of Menopause
  64. Tips To Help Manage Menopause Symptoms
  65. Urogenital Problems: Vaginal Atrophy: Vaginal Dryness, Soreness and Painful Sex
  66. Using Natural Therapies In the Menopause Transition – Webinar
  67. Vaginal Atrophy
  68. Vaginal Dehydroepiandrosterone Compared To Other Methods of Treating Vaginal and Vulvar Atrophy Associated With Menopause
  69. Vaginal Dryness
  70. Vaginal Dryness
  71. Vaginal Dryness
  72. Vaginal Dryness After Menopause: How To Treat It? I’m postmenopausal and often have vaginal dryness, which makes intercourse painful. Is there anything I can do about it?
  73. Vaginal Dryness Alternative Treatments
  74. Vaginal Dryness: Treatment Options – Other Prescription Therapies – Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA)
  75. Vaginal Dryness: What To Do About It
  76. Vaginal Oestrogen
  77. Video Series-2022: Hormone Therapy: Understanding the Risks and Benefits
  78. Video Series-2022: Discussing Sexual Health Concerns With Your Health Care Professional
  79. Video Series-2023: NAMS 2023 Nonhormone Therapies Position Statement for Bothersome Menopause Symptoms
  80. Video Series-2023: New FDA-Approved Nonhormone Option for the Treatment of Hot Flashes
  81. Video Series-2024: Preparing for Your Menopause Health Care Visit [13 January 2024]
  82. Videos & Podcasts: Videos – Interviews: Preventing Bone Loss At Menopause [March 2024]
  83. Videos and Podcasts: Videos – Interviews: Is Testosterone the Answer To Low Libido?
  84. Videos and Podcasts: Videos – Interviews: What Women Should Know About Menopause and Brain Fog
  85. Webinars: Previous – Non-Hormonal Pharmacological Interventions For VMS
  86. Webinars: Previous – Non-Pharmacological Interventions For VMS
  87. Why Didn’t Anyone Tell Me This? Episode 3: Dr Annice Mukherjee: Your Essential Menopause Toolkit
  88. Wild Yam

Sources

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Sources

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  3. Dehydroepiandrosterone: What Is Dehydroepiandrosterone? Last Reviewed: June 2020. You and Your Hormones https://www.yourhormones.info/hormones/dehydroepiandrosterone/ Accessed: 22 June 2024
  4. Dehydroepiandrosterone: What happens If I Have Too Little Dehydroepiandrosterone? Last Reviewed: June 2020. You and Your Hormones https://www.yourhormones.info/hormones/dehydroepiandrosterone/ Accessed: 22 June 2024
  5. DHEA: What the Research Says. 10 August 2023. Mayo Clinic https://www.mayoclinic.org/drugs-supplements-dhea/art-20364199 Accessed: 22 June 2024
  6. DHEA: What the Research Says. 10 August 2023. Mayo Clinic https://www.mayoclinic.org/drugs-supplements-dhea/art-20364199 Accessed: 22 June 2024
  7. Vaginal Dryness: Treatment Options – Other Prescription Therapies. 2022:2. North American Menopause Society https://www.menopause.org/docs/default-source/for-women/mn-vaginal-dryness.pdf Accessed: 22 June 2024
  8. DHEA: How Effective Is It? Last Reviewed: 24 July 2023. MedlinePlus https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/natural/331.html Accessed: 22 June 2024
  9. Davis, S. R., Taylor, S., Hemachandra, C., Magraith, K., Ebeling, P. R., Jane, F., and Islam, R. M. The 2023 Practitioner’s Toolkit for Managing Menopause: Management – Considerations for All Women At Menopause: Menopausal Hormone Therapy. First Published Online: 30 October 2023 https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/13697137.2023.2258783 Accessed: 22 June 2024
  10. DHEA: Overview. 10 August 2023. Mayo Clinic https://www.mayoclinic.org/drugs-supplements-dhea/art-20364199 Accessed: 22 June 2024
  11. Tang, J., Chen, L-R., and Chen,K-H. The Utilization of Dehydroepiandrosterone As A Sexual Hormone Precursor In Premenopausal and Postmenopausal Women: An Overview: 6. Conclusions. Published Online: 29 December 2021 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8781653/ Accessed: 22 June 2024
Topic Last Updated: 22 June 2024 – Topic Last Reviewed: 22 June 2024

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Menopause After Cancer

“It can be hard to distinguish between
‘normal’ menopausal symptoms and
symptoms caused by the cancer”.1

Umbrella

What may the Menopause After Cancer Umbrella include?

Depending on the Source (DotS) this Umbrella may include:

  • Cancer Treatments
  • Chemo Brain
  • Menopause
  • Menopause Symptoms

Cancers

What cancers may result in  treatments in menopause?

In What Causes Menopause? Menopause Due To Cancer Treatment the (Australian) Jean Hailes for Women’s Health (JH) explain:

“Breast cancer is the most common cancer affecting women; therefore, much of the information and research about cancer and menopause relates to breast cancer. But treatment for other cancers (including childhood cancers, non-hormonal cancers and hormonal cancers) can also result in menopause”.2

Cancer Treatments

Will all cancer treatments cause menopause?

In What Causes Menopause? Menopause Due To Cancer Treatment the JH elaborate on:

Menopause After Cancer“Not all cancer treatments will cause menopause. Depending on the treatment, menopausal symptoms may be temporary or permanent. Other factors may influence permanent menopause, such as your age and the type of chemotherapy undertaken”.3

Menopause Symptoms

With cancer, can it be hard to distinguish what’s-what with menopausal symptoms?

The JH explain:

“It can be hard to distinguish between ‘normal’ menopausal symptoms and symptoms caused by the cancer”.4

Menopause Severe Symptoms

Can menopause symptoms be severe?

According to the JH:

“Menopause can happen because of cancer treatment, such as chemotherapy or radiotherapy. These treatments can cause your ovaries to stop working. The sudden change in hormones, particularly oestrogen and testosterone, may lead to more severe symptoms”.5

Chemo Brain

What is chemo brain?

DotS the definition of chemo brain may vary. The (United States) Mayo Clinic’s definition is:

“Chemo brain is a common term used by cancer survivors to describe thinking and memory problems that can occur during and after cancer treatment. Chemo brain can also be called chemo fog, cancer-related cognitive impairment or cognitive dysfunction”.6

In Chemo Brain: Symptoms & Causes – Overview the Mayo Clinic also note:

“Though chemo brain is a widely used term, the causes of concentration and memory problems aren’t well-understood. It’s likely that there are multiple causes”.7

HRT and Breast Cancer Survivors

Is systemic HRT (Hormone Replacement Therapy) recommended for the treatment of menopause symptoms in those with a history of breast cancer?

On page three in the Joint Position Statement By the British Menopause Society, Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists and Society for Endocrinology on Best Practice Recommendations for the Care of Women Experiencing the Menopause, first published online 10 June 2022, one of the recommendations is:

  • “A history of breast cancer should be considered a contraindication to systemic HRT. The risk of breast cancer recurrence with HRT is higher in women with oestrogen receptor positive cancer, but women with oestrogen receptor negative breast cancer are also considered to have an increased risk of recurrence with HRT. HRT may, in exceptional cases, be offered to women with breast cancer with severe menopausal symptoms if lifestyle modifications and non-hormonal treatment options are not effective. This should be done after discussion with the woman, her menopause specialist and her breast/oncology team”.8

Health Care Provider

What if I would like help with menopause after cancer?

If you would like help with menopause after cancer, it may be in your best interest to choose to talk to your health care provider about this. Together you can discuss your options and if required agree on who may be the most appropriate health care provider to help you.

In What Causes Menopause? Menopause Due To Cancer Treatment: Reactions To Menopause After A Cancer Diagnosis the JH explain:

“If you go through menopause and cancer at the same time, it can be very distressing. It is normal to experience a sense of sadness and loss of control.

It’s important to talk to someone if you feel emotional, anxious or depressed. Your doctor can help with symptom relief and refer you to a psychologist if needed”.9

In Menopausal Symptoms and Cancer Treatment: Taking Time for Yourself and Getting Support the (United Kingdom) Cancer Research UK also note:

“It can be hard to come to terms with your diagnosis at the same time as having menopausal symptoms. It might help to talk to family and friends and share how your symptoms are making you feel with your family and friends.

Try to make some time for yourself. Some people practice breathing or relaxation techniques, or mindfulness. And some people find counselling and support groups helpful”.10

Health Topics A-Z

Where may I find Health Topics A-Z related to Menopause After Cancer?

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Health Topics A-Z

Links

Where may I find Links related to Menopause After Cancer?

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  1. ACOG Explains: Managing Menopause Symptoms [American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists]
  2. About Cancer
  3. About Cancer
  4. Alternative Cancer Treatments: 11 Options To Consider
  5. BMS TV: Bioidentical Hormones
  6. BMS TV: Post Cancer Treatments
  7. BMS TV: Testosterone Explained
  8. BMS TV: Urogenital Atrophy Explained
  9. Bioidentical Hormones: Are They Safer?
  10. Bones Breastcancer.org
  11. Build Better Bones.org [International Osteoporosis Foundation]
  12. Cancer Fatigue: Why It Occurs and How To Cope
  13. Cancer Survivors: Managing Your Emotions After Cancer Treatment
  14. Cancer Treatment – Early Menopause
  15. Cancer and Women
  16. Chemo Brain: Diagnosis & Treatment
  17. Chemotherapy: Cancer and Hair Loss
  18. Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) for Menopausal Symptoms
  19. Deciding About Hormone Therapy Use
  20. Early Menopause Due To Chemotherapy and Radiotherapy
  21. Earlymenopause.org.nz [New Zealand Early Menopause Support Group]
  22. Emotional Wellness In Menopause
  23. Foundation for Women’s Cancer [United States]
  24. HRT: Benefits and Risks
  25. Healthy Living After Cancer
  26. Hormonal Therapy for Breast Cancer
  27. Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT): Vaginal Oestrogen
  28. Hormone Therapy: Is It Right for You?
  29. Hot Flashes: What Can I Do? [+ Video: What Are the Signs and Symptoms of Menopause?]
  30. Hot Flushes, Night Sweats, Brain Fog? Here’s What We Know About Phytoestrogens for Menopausal Symptoms
  31. Later Years (Around 50 Years and Over): Menopause and Post Menopause Health – Early and Premature Menopause [Other Languages and Formats]
  32. Later Years (Around 50 Years and Over): Menopause and Post Menopause Health – Signs and Symptoms of Menopause [+ Video: Talking Menopause With Your GP] [Other Languages and Formats]
  33. Later Years (Around 50 Years and Over): Menopause and Post Menopause Health – Supporting Someone Through the Menopause [+ Video: Men Don’t Need To Know About Menopause] [Other Languages and Formats]
  34. Learning To Cope With Hot Flashes
  35. Looking After Yourself
  36. Lots of Women Try Herbs Like Black Cohosh for Menopausal Symptoms Like Hot Flushes – But Does It Work?
  37. Managing Hot Flashes Naturally
  38. Managing Menopause After Cancer
  39. Managing Menopause After Cancer
  40. Mayo Clinic Minute: Help With Hot Flashes Due To Menopause [+ Video Courtesy: Mayo Clinic News Network]
  41. Mayo Clinic Minute: How Lifestyle Changes May Help Manage Menopause Symptoms
  42. Mayo Clinic Q&A Podcast: Cancer Survivorship Needs Are Unique for Each Survivor [+ Video]
  43. Menopausal Mood Swings, Grieving and Depression
  44. Menopausal Symptoms and Cancer Treatment
  45. Menopause Map: Downloadable Resources – My Personal Path Print Tools: Menopause Medication Tracker
  46. Menopause Map: Downloadable Resources – My Personal Path Print Tools: Questions for Your Health Care Provider
  47. Menopause Map: Downloadable Resources – My Personal Path Print Tools: Relaxation Techniques
  48. Menopause Map: Downloadable Resources – My Personal Path Print Tools: Symptom Tracker
    Menopause After Cancer
  49. Menopause Mindfulness: Understanding the Many Paths To Menopause
  50. Menopause Patient Information [Videos] 2. Talking To Your GP About Menopause
  51. Menopause Preparedness Toolkit Video Series: Common Conditions Associated With Menopause and Midlife
  52. Menopause Preparedness Toolkit Video Series: Lifestyle Tips for Menopause
  53. Menopause Preparedness Toolkit Video Series: Mindfulness & Wellbeing During the Menopause Transition
  54. Menopause Symptoms: Hot Flashes
  55. Menopause Symptoms: Mayo Clinic Expert Outlines Hormone and Nonhormonal Therapies
  56. Menopause Treatments: What Works, What Doesn’t
  57. Menopause and HRT
  58. Menopause and HRT: Fact and Fiction
  59. Menopause and Menopausal Symptoms
  60. Menopause and Natural Therapies
  61. Menopause: Things You Can Do
  62. Menopause: Understanding the Changes and Finding Relief | Dr Susan Davis | The Proof Podcast EP 256
  63. National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health: Herbs At A Glance
  64. National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health: How Safe Is This Product or Practice?
  65. National LGBT Cancer Network
  66. Natural Remedies for Hot Flashes (Without Hormones)
  67. Natural Therapies
  68. Navigating Menopause: Expert Insights and Solutions | Dr Susan Davis | The Proof Podcast EP 245
  69. Navigating Menopause: Honest Answers To All Your Questions [+ Video: What To Expect in Menopause]
  70. Nonhormone Treatments for Hot Flashes and Night Sweats
  71. Pathtogoodbonehealth.org [Your Path To Good Bone Health, Bone Health & Osteoporosis Foundation, United States]
  72. Post-Menopausal Health Concerns
  73. Sex and the Adult Female Women With Cancer
  74. Sexuality & Cancer
  75. Stopping Hormone Replacement Therapy: “Cold Turkey” Menopause
  76. Supporting A Loved One Through Menopause
  77. Symptoms of Menopause
  78. The 2023 Practitioner’s Toolkit for Managing Menopause
  79. The Lancet: Series From the Lancet Journal – Menopause 2024
  80. The Truth About Menopause Supplements | Dr Sarah Berry
  81. The Women’s Health Initiative Randomized Trials and Clinical Practice [01 May 2024]
  82. Tips To Help Manage Menopause Symptoms
  83. Using HRT (Hormone Replacement Therapy)
  84. Using Natural Therapies In the Menopause Transition – Webinar
  85. Vaginal Dryness
  86. Video Series-2023: Changes In Sexual Health After Cancer
  87. Video Series-2023: NAMS 2023 Nonhormone Therapies Position Statement for Bothersome Menopause Symptoms
  88. Video Series-2023: New FDA-Approved Nonhormone Option for the Treatment of Hot Flashes
  89. Video Series-2023: Premature and Early Menopause
  90. Video Series-2024: Preparing for Your Menopause Health Care Visit
  91. Videos & Podcasts: Videos – Interviews: Preventing Bone Loss At Menopause
  92. Videos and Podcasts: Videos – Interviews: How Do I Deal With the Menopause After A Diagnosis of Gynaecological Cancer
  93. Webinars: Previous – Non-Hormonal Pharmacological Interventions For VMS
  94. Webinars: Previous – Non-Pharmacological Interventions For VMS
  95. Webinars: Previous – Sexual Dysfunctions, Update on Gynae Cancers and Management
  96. What Causes Menopause? Menopause Due To Cancer Treatment
  97. Video Resource: Menopause and Health Living – What Is Early Menopause? [Multiple Languages]
  98. Video Resource: Menopause and Health Living – What Is Menopause? [Multiple Languages]
  99. What Is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
  100. Who Gets Hot Flashes and When?

Sources

Where may I find the Sources quoted?

You may find the Sources quoted at:

Sources

  1. What Causes Menopause? Menopause Due To Cancer Treatment: Menopausal Symptoms Related To Cancer Treatment. Last Updated: 19 January 2024 | Last Reviewed: 19 August 2022. Jean Hailes for Women’s Health https://www.jeanhailes.org.au/health-a-z/menopause/causes-of-menopause#menopause-due-to-cancer-treatment Accessed: 21 June 2024
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Caregivers

“Caring for a loved one
strains even the most resilient people. If you’re a caregiver,
take steps to preserve your own health and well-being”.1

Umbrella

What may the Caregivers Umbrella include?

Depending on the Source (DotS) this Umbrella may include:

  • Caregiver
  • Caregiving
  • Carers

Caregiver

Who is a caregiver?

DotS the definition of a caregiver may vary. The Office on Women’s Health, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Womenshealth.gov’s definition is:

“A caregiver is anyone who provides care for another person in need, such as a child, an aging parent, a husband or wife, a relative, friend, or neighbor. A caregiver also may be a paid professional who provides care in the home or at a place that is not the person’s home”.2

The (United Kingdom) Carer’s Week definition is:

“A carer is someone who provides unpaid care and support to a family member or friend who has a disability, illness, mental health condition, addiction, or who needs extra help as they grow older. It isn’t someone who volunteers or is employed to provide support”.3

Informal Caregiver

Who is an informal caregiver?Caregivers

DotS the definition of an informal caregiver may vary. The Womenshealth.gov’s definition is:

“People who are not paid to give care are called informal caregivers or family caregivers”.4

Common or Not

Are there many caregivers?

In the United States according to the Womenshealth.gov:

“Most Americans will be informal caregivers at some point during their lives. A 2012 survey found that 36% of Americans provided unpaid care to another adult with an illness or disability in the past year. That percentage is expected to go up as the proportion of people in the United States who are elderly increases. Also, changes in health care mean family caregivers now provide more home-based medical care. Nearly half of family caregivers in the survey said they give injections or manage medicines daily.

Also, most caregivers are women. And nearly three in five family caregivers have paid jobs in addition to their caregiving”.5

Caregiver Stress

What is caregiver’s stress?

In Caregiver Stress: What Is Caregiver Stress? the Womenshealth.gov elaborate on:

“Caregiver stress is due to the emotional and physical strain of caregiving. Caregivers report much higher levels of stress than people who are not caregivers. Many caregivers are providing help or are “on call” almost all day. Sometimes, this means there is little time for work or other family members or friends. Some caregivers may feel overwhelmed by the amount of care their aging, sick or disabled family member needs”.6

The Mayo Clinic also acknowledge:

“Caring for a loved one strains even the most resilient people. If you’re a caregiver, take steps to preserve your own health and well-being”.7

COVID-19 Stress

Can COVID-19 add more stress to caregiving?

In Women, Caregiving and COVID-19 the (United States) Centers for Disease Control and Prevention note:

“Women who are caregivers have a greater risk for poor physical and mental health, including depression and anxiety. The COVID-19 pandemic can add even more stressors to caregiving”.8

Caregiver Stress Signs

What are caregiver’s stress signs?

In Stress Management: In-Depth – Caregiver Stress: Tips for Taking Care of Yourself – Signs of Caregiver Stress the Mayo Clinic elaborate on:

“As a caregiver, you may be so focused on your loved one that you don’t see how caregiving affects your own health and well-being. The signs of caregiver stress include:

  • Feeling burdened or worried all the time
  • Feeling tired often
  • Sleeping too much or not enough
  • Gaining or losing weight
  • Becoming easily irked or angry
  • Losing interest in activities you used to enjoy
  • Feeling sad
  • Having frequent headaches, or other pains or health problems
  • Misuing alcohol or drugs, including prescription medicines
  • Missing your own medical appointments”.9

Caregiver Stress Management

What are stress management tips for caregivers?

In Stress Management: In-Depth – Caregiver Stress: Tips for Taking Care of Yourself – Strategies for Dealing With Caregiver Stress the Mayo Clinic elaborate on:

“To help manage caregiver stress:

  • Ask for and accept help…
  • Focus on what you can do…
  • Set goals you can reach…
  • Get connected…
  • Join a support group…
  • Seek social support…
  • Take care of your health…
  • See your health care professional…”.10

Unpaid Leave

Is it possible to take unpaid leave to be a caregiver?

DotC (Depending on the Country) taking a break from work may be possible. The Mayo Clinic note:

“Caregivers who work outside the home can feel burdened. If this describes you, think about taking a leave from your job for a time if you can afford to do so.

Employees covered under the federal Family and Medical Leave Act may be able to take up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave a year to care for relatives. Ask your human resources office about choices for unpaid leave”.11

Health Care Provider

What if I would like to find out about help and support for caregivers?

If you would like to find out about help and support for caregivers, it may be in your best interest to choose to talk about this to the health care provider of the person you are caring for or your health care provider.

Your country’s equivalent of a local community health center, national and/or state Departments/Center/Institute of Aging/Alzheimer’s Disease/Dementia/Health/Human Services/Seniors may also provide information about health services, financial assistance, respite care, support groups and other services.

For example, in the United States the Mayo Clinic explain:

“To start, check out the national Eldercare Locator or contact your local Area Agency on Aging to learn about services in your area. Or try your state’s Aging and Disability Resource Center. You can find these resources online or in a telephone directory.

There also are mobile apps and web-based services that give support to caregivers. These services can help build coping skills and teach about caregiving”.12

Health Topics A-Z

Where may I find Health Topics related to Caregivers?

In Health Topics A-Z you may find:

Health Topics A-Z

Links

Where may I find Links related to Caregivers?

Your Country may have Links similar to:

Links

This Links List to third party websites is neither comprehensive nor exhaustive. Inclusion on this Links List does not imply endorsement or recommendation. Non-inclusion on this Links List does not imply non-endorsement or non-recommendation. Third party websites are not under the control of Meno Martha International Menopause Directory. Third party websites may contain explicit medical images and/or sexual references. Please read Meno Martha International Menopause Directory’s Links Policy before proceeding to a Link. Please contact Webmaster if you experience a problem with a Link.

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  1. 10 Tips for Family Caregivers
    Caregivers
  2. 8 Tips for Long-Distant Caregiving
  3. Aging Parents: 8 Warning Signs of Health Problems
  4. Alzheimer’s Caregiver Video Resource Center
  5. Alzheimer’s Disease and Healthy Aging: For Caregivers, Family and Friends
  6. Anxiety
  7. Busy Parents and Caregivers Must Care for Themselves
  8. #CaregiversConnect 2023 NFC Month Campaign
  9. COVID-19 Resources for Families: Caregiving Specific Information
  10. Cancer Caregivers: Caring for Yourself
  11. Caregiver Agencies Near Me and Organizations[United States]
  12. Caregiver Health
  13. Caregiver Stress
  14. Caregiver Video Resource Center
  15. Caregiver.org [Family Caregiver Alliance, United States]
  16. Caregiveraction.org [Caregiver Action Network, National Family Caregivers Association, United States]
  17. Caregivers
  18. Caregivers Guide To Understanding Dementia Behaviours
  19. Caregivers – Multiply Languages
  20. Caregivers: Basics – Aging Parents
  21. Caregivers: In-Depth [Topics]
  22. Caregivers: In-Depth – Alzheimer’s: How To Help A Caregiver
  23. Caregiving
  24. Caregiving [Alzheimer’s and Dementia]
  25. Caregiving.com [CareGiving.com]
  26. Caregiving.org [National Alliance for Caregiving, United States]
  27. Caregiving.org [National Alliance for Caregiving, United States]: General Caregiving [Resources]
  28. Carergateway.com.au [Carer Gateway, Australian Government]
  29. Carergiveraction.org [Caregiver Action Network, United States]
  30. Carersaustralia.com.au [Carers Australia]
  31. Carersuk.org [Carersuk, United Kingdom]
  32. Carer’s Week 10-16 June 2024, United Kingdom: Putting Carers on the Map]
  33. Carer’s Breaks and Respite Care
  34. Caring for Others: Resources To Help You
  35. Comforting and Supporting Caregivers
  36. Couragetocargivers.org
  37. Dementia Guide: Looking After Someone With Dementia
  38. Dementia-Related Pain: What Caregivers Need To Know
  39. Depression In Women: 5 Things You Should Know
  40. Eldercare.gov: Eldercare Locator [United States]
  41. FCA Care Journey: Personal Caregiver Support [Family Caregiver Alliance, United States]
  42. Fact & Tip Sheets
  43. Family Caregiver Toolbox
  44. Family Caregivers [Stroke]
  45. Family Caregiving
  46. Finding Balance: Tips for Managing Caregiving and Self-Care
  47. Foundation for Women’s Cancer [United States]: Caregiving
  48. Get Support If You Are A Caregiver
  49. I Don’t Live By My Family But I’m A Caregiver
  50. I Have A Job And I’m the Caregiver for My Loved One
  51. I Just Realized I’m A Family Caregiver Now
  52. Instructional Care Giver Videos
  53. Internationalcarers.org [International Alliance of Carer Organizations]
  54. Later Years (Around 50 Years and Over): Menopause and Post Menopause Health – Menopause [+ Video: Menopause Myths] [Other Languages and Formats]
  55. Later Years (Around 50 Years and Over): Menopause and Post Menopause Health – Menopause and Your Mental Wellbeing [+ Video: Menopause Only Affects You Physically!] [Other Languages and Formats]
  56. Later Years (Around 50 Years and Over): Menopause and Post Menopause Health – Signs and Symptoms of Menopause [+ Video: Talking Menopause With Your GP] [Other Languages and Formats]
  57. Let’s Talk About Perimenopause
  58. Long Distance Caregiving: Getting Started With Long-Distance Caregiving
  59. Looking After Someone With Dementia
  60. Make Yourself A Priority, Too: Tips for Caregivers
  61. Mastering Midlife Mood Changes With Marlene Freeman, MD
  62. Mayo Clinic Minute: Living Wills and the Holidays
  63. Mayo Clinic Q&A Podcast: Cancer Caregivers Need Care Themselves [+ Video]
  64. Mayo Clinic Q&A Podcast: Well-Being and Hope for Dementia Patients, Caregivers [+ Video]
  65. Menopause Map: Downloadable Resources – My Personal Path Print Tools: Questions for Your Health Care Provider
    Caregivers
  66. Menopause Map: Downloadable Resources – My Personal Path Print Tools: Symptom Tracker
  67. Menopause Preparedness Toolkit Video Series: What Is Menopause?
  68. Menopause and Mental Health
  69. Menopause: Understanding the Changes and Finding Relief | Dr Susan Davis | The Proof Podcast EP 256
  70. Mood and the Menopause
  71. Mourning the Death of A Spouse
  72. National Carers Week [15-21 October 2023, Australia]
  73. National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health: Stress
  74. National Family Caregivers Month [November, United States]
  75. n4a.org [United States National Association of Area Agencies on Aging]
  76. Perimenopause and Menopause Symptom Checklist
  77. Resources By Health Issue or Condition
  78. Resources for Caregivers
  79. Social Care and Support [United Kingdom]
  80. Staying Healthy While You Provide Care for Someone With Cancer
  81. Stress Management: Basics – Stress Basics
  82. Stress Management: In Depth – Caregiver Stress: Tips for Taking Care of Yourself
  83. Support A Loved One At the Doctor: Quick Tips
  84. Support for Caregivers of Cancer Patients
  85. Supporting Caregivers
  86. Take Care of Yourself As A Caregiver
  87. Taking Care of YOU: Self-Care for Family Caregivers
  88. Taking Care of Yourself: Tips for Caregivers
  89. Top Tips To Improve Your Mental Wellbeing
  90. The Risks and Rewards of Caregiving for Loved Ones With Dementia
  91. Tips To Help Manage Menopause Symptoms [Video]
  92. Video Series-2023: New FDA-Approved Nonhormone Option for the Treatment of Hot Flashes
  93. Video Series-2024: Preparing for Your Menopause Health Care Visit
  94. Videos & Podcasts: Videos – Interviews: Metabolic Syndrome in Midlife Women
  95. Webinars: Previous – Approach To Bone Health In the Perimenopause and Postmenopause?
  96. What Is Menopause? [+ Video]
  97. Why Didn’t Anyone Tell Me This? Episode 3: Dr Annice Mukherjee: Your Essential Menopause Toolkit

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  11. Stress Management: In-Depth – Caregiver Stress: Tips for Taking Care of Yourself – The Caregiver Who Works Outside the Home. 09 August 2023. Mayo Clinic https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/stress-management/in-depth/art-20044784 Accessed: 20 June 2024
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some evidence-based menopause news
by menopause societies and international sources.

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  1. Mental Health Spotlight: What’s the Connection Between Depression and Postmenopausal Osteoporosis? [31 July 2024]
  2. Menopause: The Journal of The Menopause Society – Latest Articles: 30 July 2024 – Original Study
  3. Public Awareness and Provider Counseling Regarding Postmenopausal Bleeding As A Symptom of Endometrial Cancer [30 July 2024]
  4. The Musculoskeletal Syndrome of Menopause [30 July 2024]
  5. The Relation Between Perinatal Depression and Perimenopause [29 July 2024]
  6. The Comparative Study of Serum Estrogen and Lipid Profile In Pre- and Post-Menopausal Women As Atherosclerosis Risk Factors in Pakistan [28 July 2024]
  7. Commonly Used Drug May Extend Women’s Fertility, Claim Researchers – Here’s What You Need To Know About Rapamycin [27 July 2024]
  8. BMS Statement on Testosterone [26 July 2024]
  9. Mayo Clinic Minute: How To Jump-Start Your Workout [26 July 2024] [+ Video Courtesy: Mayo Clinic News Network]
  10. Mayo Clinic Minute: Navigating Nutrition for Heart Health [25 July 2024] [+ Video Courtesy: Mayo Clinic News Network]
  11. What Are Primal Movement Workouts? [24 July 2024]
  12. Mayo Clinic Minute: Why Skipping Breakfast Can Be Bad for Your Heart [23 July 2024] [+ Video Courtesy: Mayo Clinic News Network]
  13. Menopause: The Journal of The Menopause Society – Latest Articles: 23 July 2024 – Original Study
  14. Menopause Relief In the Spotlight Thanks To Monash University-Led Studies [Australia] [22 July 2024]
  15. Custom-Mixed Hormone Therapies Misleading Menopausal Women To Think Personalised Products Are Necessary, Experts Say [20 July 2024]
  16. Body Image and Eating Issues In Midlife: A Narrative Review With Clinical Question Recommendations [19 July 2024]
  17. Science In 5: Episode #122 – Dementia [19 July 2024]
  18. Shake It or Skip It? Here’s Expert Advice on Salt [17 July 2024]
  19. The Women’s Health Initiative Trials: Clinical Messages [17 July 2024]
  20. GIRFT Quick-Look Summary of BMS Guideline on the Management of Unscheduled Bleeding on HRT [16 July 2024]
  21. Webinars: Previous – Skin and Connective Tissue Ageing at the Time of the Menopause [16 July 2024]
  22. Effects of Five Types of Exercise on Vascular Function In Postmenopausal Women: A Network Meta-Analysis and Systematic Review of 32 Randomized Controlled Trials [15 July 2024]
  23. Is it too late to start HRT? [15 July 2024]
  24. The Risk of Depression In the Menopausal Stages: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis [15 July 2024]
  25. The Impact of Physical Activity and Exercise Interventions on Symptoms for Women Experiencing Menopause: Overview of Reviews [13 July 2024]
  26. Breast Cancer Is Increased In Women With Primary Ovarian Insufficiency [12 July 2024]
  27. Can You Prevent Cancer With Lifestyle Changes? [12 July 2024] [+ Video Courtesy: Mayo Clinic News Network]
  28. Exploring Menopause’s Impact on Women’s Brain Health: Lisa Mosconi, PhD [12 July 2024] [Video]
  29. Helping Women Prepare for Menopause [12 July 2024]
  30. New Menopause Information for First Nations Communities [10 July 2024]
  31. The Impact of Exercise on Growth Factors In Postmenopausal Women: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis [10 July 2024]
  32. Hot Flashes, Anxiety and Menopause: What’s the Connection? [09 July 2024]
  33. Menopause: The Journal of The Menopause Society – Latest Articles: 09 July 2024 – Original Study
  34. Sleep Inertia: What It Is and How To Get Rid of It [08 July 2024]
  35. Maximize Memory Function With A Nutrient-Rich Diet [06 July 2024]
  36. Prescribing of Testosterone for Middle-Aged Women ‘Out of Control’ [05 July 2024]
  37. Science In 5: Episode #121 – Hypertension [05 July 2024]
  38. How To Manage Menopausal Insomnia [04 July 2024]
  39. Can You Drink Your Fruit and Vegetables? How Does Juice Compare To the Whole Food? [02 July 2024]
  40. Drugs That Kill “Zombie” Cells May Benefit Some Older Women, But Not All, Mayo Clinic Study Finds [02 July 2024]
  41. Hormones and Brain Health | Dr Louise Newson [02 July 2024]
  42. L reuteri Supplement Use Does Not Improve Postmenopausal Bone Mineral Density [02 July 2024]
  43. Mapping Global Prevalence of Menopausal Symptoms Among Middle-Aged Women: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis [02 July 2024]
  44. Menopause: The Journal of The Menopause Society – Latest Articles: 02 July 2024 – Editorial
  45. Menopause: The Journal of The Menopause Society – Latest Articles: 02 July 2024 – Original Study
  46. Vascular Dysfunction In Females Post-Menopause With Obesity: An Ultrasonic View [02 July 2024]
  47. Mayo Clinic Minute: Tips From A Gynecological Surgeon on Recovery From Surgery [01 July 2024] [+ Video Courtesy: Mayo Clinic News Network]
  48. Maturitas July 2024 Volume 185
  49. Maturitas July 2024 Volume 185: Editorial
  50. Maturitas July 2024 Volume 185: Original Article (s)
  51. Maturitas July 2024 Volume 185: Position Statement (s)
  52. Maturitas July 2024 Volume 185: Review (s)
  53. Maturitas July 2024 Volume 185: Special Issue Section: Diversity of Menopause: How To Prepare Women To Experience the Menopausal Transition; J. M. Kling, P. S. David, T. L. Smith
  54. Maturitas July 2024 Volume 185: Special Issue Section: Economic Austerity and Climate Change: Dual Challenges for the Health of Older People; S. de la Vega, L. Ayalon, M. Grammatikopoulou, R. Nappi, E. Armeni, K. Pillemer, G. Downward
  55. Maturitas July 2024 Volume 185: Special Issue Section: Lifestyle Medicine and Integrative Oncology for Cancer Survivorship; S. Marshall, M. Crichton, I. Lambrinoudaki, L. Isenring
  56. Maturitas July 2024 Volume 185: Special Issue Section: Menopause: Challenging the Medical Paradigm To Reflect Menopausal Women’s Conditions; T. Simoncini, M. Caretto
  57. Maturitas July 2024 Volume 185: Special Issue Section: Research Approaches for Achievement of Healthy Ageing
  58. Menopause: The Journal of The Menopause Society – July 2024 – Volume 31 – Issue 7
  59. Menopause: The Journal of The Menopause Society – July 2024 – Volume 31 – Issue 7: Editorial
  60. Menopause: The Journal of The Menopause Society – July 2024 – Volume 31 – Issue 7: Original Studies
  61. Menopause: The Journal of The Menopause Society – Videos

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  4. Maturitas [European Menopause and Andropause Society]
  5. Menopause, The Journal of The Menopause Society [Formerly The North American Menopause Society]
  6. News Room [Endocrine Society, United States]
  7. News [Australasian Menopause Society]
  8. News [British Menopause Society]
  9. News [International Menopause Society]
  10. News [Jean Hailes for Women’s Health, Australia]
  11. News [Women’s Health Concern, United Kingdom]
  12. Post Reproductive Health Journal [British Menopause Society]
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Hot Flushes Treatment

“There are many ways to treat hot flushes and vaginal
dryness, but no other treatment has been shown to be
as effective as oestrogen replacement therapy”.1

Umbrella

What may the Hot Flushes Treatment Umbrella include?

Depending on the Source (DotS) this Umbrella may include:

  • Complementary and Integrative Health
  • Hormone Replacement Therapy
  • Hormone Therapy
  • Hot Flashes/Flushes Treatment/s
  • NonHormonal Prescriptions
  • Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors

Hormone Therapy

Is hormone therapy (HT) or menopausal hormone therapy (MHT) the most effective treatments for hot flushes?

In The 2023 Practitioner’s Toolkit for Managing Menopause: Management – Menopausal Hormone Therapy, published online 30 October 2023, the authors note:

“The most robust menopause Clinical Practice Guidelines (CPGs) support MHT as the most effective treatment to alleviate VMS”.2

What is VMS?

VMS can be an abbreviation for Vasomotor Symptoms which include hot flushes and night sweats.

In Menopause Management Options: Menopausal Hormone Therapy – How Does MHT Work? the (Australian) Jean Hailes for Women’s Health (JH) elaborate on:

Hot Flushes Treatment
“There are many ways to treat hot flushes and vaginal dryness, but no other treatment has been shown to be as effective as oestrogen replacement therapy”.3

On page one in Deciding About Hormone Therapy Use: Potential Benefits, published July 2022, the North American Menopause Society (NAMS) elaborate on:

“Hormone therapy is one of the most effective treatments available for bothersome hot flashes and night sweats. If hot flashes and night sweats are disrupting your daily activities and sleep, HT may improve sleep and fatigue, mood, ability to concentrate, and overall quality of life. Treatment of bothersome hot flashes and night sweats is the principal reason women use HT”.4

Uterus

Hot Flushes TreatmentWhat HT may women who have a uterus be prescribed for hot flushes treatment?

In Menopause FAQs: Hormone Therapy for Menopause Symptoms – Q. What Is Hormone Therapy? the NAMS note:

“A. …Women who still have a uterus need to take a progestogen in addition to estrogen or the estrogen-SERM combination to protect against uterine cancer”.5

What is another FDA-approved HT women who have a uterus may be prescribed for hot flushes treatment?

In Menopause FAQs: Hot Flashes – Q. Are There Treatments for Hot Flashes? the NAMS explain:

“A. …Another FDA-approved hormone product for women with a uterus combines estrogen with the selective estrogen receptor modulator bazedoxifene instead of a progestogen. Bazedoxifene is an estrogen agonist/antagonist, which means that it works like estrogen in some tissues while inhibiting estrogen activity in others. In this case, it helps to protect the uterus from cancer”.6

No Uterus

Hot Flushes TreatmentWhat HT may women who do not have a uterus be prescribed for hot flushes treatment?

In Menopause FAQs: Hormone Therapy for Menopause Symptoms – Q. What Is Hormone Therapy? the NAMS note:

“A. …Women who have had a hysterectomy (had their uterus removed) can use estrogen alone to control their hot flashes”.7

Hormone Therapy Alternatives

Are HT alternatives available for hot flushes treatment?

In Menopause Management Options: Menopausal Hormone Therapy – Non Hormonal Options: Non-Hormonal Prescription Medication according to the JH:

“Some people can’t use menopausal hormone therapy (MHT), for example, if they’ve had hormone-positive (oestrogen-receptor-positive) breast cancer.

Some people don’t want to take MHT and prefer different treatment options, like non-hormonal prescription medications. These medications take around four weeks to be effective”.8

In Non-Estrogen Treatments for Menopausal Symptoms the European Menopause and Andropause Society explain:

“Non-estrogen-based treatments are for women who do not wish to take estrogen based menopausal hormone therapy (MHT) either through choice or because of concerns about comorbidities such as venous thromboembolism, or a personal or family history of hormone-dependent cancer (e.g. breast cancer)”.9

Hormone Therapy Alternatives Effectivesness

How effective are HT alternatives for hot flushes treatment?

In The 2023 Practitioner’s Toolkit for Managing Menopause: Management – Non-Hormonal Options With Evidence To Support Efficacy the authors elaborate on:

“While women are commonly told to avoid VMS triggers and dress in layers, there is no evidence that such advice is of value with respect to the severity or frequency of VMS. Activities such as yoga, mindfulness, relaxation and exercise have health benefits but have not been shown to be meaningful treatments for VMS. Similarly, nutritional supplements and botanicals have not been found to be more effective than placebo for moderately to severely bothersome VMS in robust clinical trials”.10

Herbs

How effective are herbs for hot flushes treatment?

The JH note:

“The use of herbs in menopause is based on longstanding traditional use, some of which is supported by scientific evidence (e.g. a recent study into the effectiveness of red clover). But more research is needed regarding the effectiveness and safety of some herbal therapies for the management of menopausal symptoms”.11

Black Cohosh

How effective is black cohosh for hot flushes treatment?

In Lots of Women Try Herbs Like Black Cohosh for Menopausal Symptoms Like Hot Flushes – But Does It Work?, published 20 September 2023, the authors note:

“Many women like to try herbal therapies for hot flushes and other menopausal symptoms. While black cohosh is generally considered safe and some women may find it helps them, at the moment there is not enough scientific evidence to show its effects are any better than placebo”.12

Dietary Supplements

How effective are dietary supplements for hot flushes treatment?

On page two in Nonhormone Treatments for Hot Flashes and Night Sweats the NAMS explain:

“There are many dietary supplements available over the counter and advertised as remedies for relief of hot flashes and night sweats. There are limited studies showing that these supplements are effective at relieving VMS, and there is a lack of government regulation ensuring their safety and purity, so none of these are recommended treatments for hot flashes and night sweats.

Despite the lack of evidence supporting their use for VMS, if you plan to use dietary supplements, let your health care professional know so they can ensure they are safe for you, that they don’t interact with any of your medications, and so that they can be appropriately monitored”.13

Antidepressants

What antidepressants can be used for hot flushes treatment?

In Menopause Management Options: Menopausal Hormone Therapy – Non Hormonal Options: Non-Hormonal Prescription Medication – Antidepressants according to the JH:

“Some antidepressants have been shown to relieve hot flushes. For example, venlafaxine, paroxetine, escitalopram and fluoxetine. Side effects may include nausea, dry mouth, hot flushes, sweats and insomnia.

Note: Paroxetine and fluoxetine can reduce the effectiveness of some cancer treatment medications”.14

In Hot Flashes: Diagnosis & Treatment – Treatments: Antidepressants the (United States) Mayo Clinic elaborate on:

“A low-dose form of paroxetine (Brisdelle) is the only nonhormone treatment for hot flashes approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Other antidepressants that have been used to treat hot flashes include:

  • Venlafaxine (Effexor XR)
  • Paroxetine (Paxil, Pexeva)
  • Citalopram (Celexa)
  • Escitalopram (Lexapro)”.15

The Mayo Clinic also note:

“These medications aren’t as effective as hormone therapy for severe hot flashes, but they can be helpful to women who can’t use hormones. Possible side effects include nausea, difficulty sleeping or drowsiness, weight gain, dry mouth or sexual dysfunction”.16

Other Medications

What other medications may be used for hot flushes treatment?

In Hot Flashes: Diagnosis & Treatment – Treatments: Other Prescription Medication the Mayo Clinic elaborate on:

“Other medications that might offer relief for some women include:

  • Gabapentin (Neurontin, Gralise, others). Gabapentin is an anti-seizure medication that’s moderately effective in reducing hot flashes. Side effects can include drowsiness, dizziness, water retention in the limbs (edema) and fatigue
  • Pregabalin (Lyrica). Pregabalin is another anti-seizure medication that can be effective in reducing hot flashes. Side effects can include dizziness, drowsiness, difficulty concentrating and weight gain
  • Oxybutynin (Ditropan XL, Oxytrol). Oxybutynin is a pill or patch most often used to treat urinary conditions like overactive bladder. It may also help relieve hot flashes in some women. Side effects can include dry mouth, dry eyes, constipation, nausea and dizziness
  • Clonidine (Catapres, Kapvay, others). Clonidine, a pill or patch typically used to treat high blood pressure, might provide some relief from hot flashes. Side effects include dizziness, drowsiness, dry mouth and constipation
  • Fezolinetant (Veozah). Veozah is a medicine for treating menopause hot flashes. It doesn’t have any hormones. It works by blocking a pathway in the brain that helps to regulate body temperature. You take a pill once a day by mouth. Side effects include belly pain, diarrhea, difficulty sleeping, back pain, hot flushes and elevated liver enzymes. People with liver disease should not take this medicine”.17

Bioidentical Hormones

Are bioidentical hormones or compounded bioidentical hormone replacement therapies recommended for hot flushes treatment?

On page four of the Joint Position Statement By the British Menopause Society, Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists and Society for Endocrinology on Best Practice Recommendations for the Care of Women Experiencing the Menopause one of the recommendations is:

  • “The use of compounded bioidentical hormone replacement therapies is not recommended given the issues related to their purity, potency and safety. The potential benefits of bioidentical hormone therapy can be achieved using conventionally licensed products available through NHS prescribing without having to resort to compounded varieties from specialist pharmacies”.18

Health Care Provider

What if I would like help with my hot flushes treatment?

If you would like help with your hot flushes treatment, it may be in your best interest to choose to talk to your health care provider about this.

On page one of the Joint Position Statement By the British Menopause Society, Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists and Society for Endocrinology on Best Practice Recommendations for the Care of Women Experiencing the Menopause one of the recommendations is:

  • “Women should be advised that implementing or maintaining a healthy lifestyle can improve menopause symptoms. A healthy diet (one low in saturated fat and salt and rich in calcium and vitamin D), stopping smoking, reducing alcohol intake and including regular exercise can be beneficial. Reducing caffeine intake may also improve symptoms”.19

In Hot Flashes: What Can I Do? Treating Menopause Symptoms – What’s Right for Me? the (United States) National Institute on Aging elaborate on:

“Deciding whether and how to treat the symptoms of the menopausal transition can be complicated and personal. Discuss your symptoms, family and medical history, and preferences with your doctor”.20

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  3. Ask Early Menopause [+ Video: What Is Early Menopause?]
  4. BMS & WHC’s 2020 Recommendations on Hormone Replacement Therapy In Menopausal Women
  5. BMS TV: Bioidentical Hormones
  6. BMS TV: HRT and Bleeding
  7. BMS TV: HRT and Breast Cancer: Overall Risks and Benefits
  8. BMS TV: HRT and the Risk of Breast Cancer
  9. BMS TV: Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)
  10. BMS TV: Menopause Explained
  11. Bioidentical Hormone Therapy
  12. Bioidentical Hormones: Are They Safer?
  13. Compounded Bioidentical Hormone Therapy [Video]
  14. Deciding About Hormone Therapy
  15. Deciding About Hormone Therapy Use
  16. Dr Louise Newson: The Truth About the Menopause & HRT
  17. FAQs: Hormone Therapy for Menopause
  18. FDA 101: Dietary Supplements
  19. Find A Menopause Practitioner [United States and Other]
  20. Find An AMS Doctor [Australasian Menopause Society i.e. Australia and New Zealand]
  21. Find Your Nearest BMS Menopause Specialist [British Menopause Society]
  22. Gabapentin for Hot Flashes: What To Know
  23. Guidance on Menopausal Hormone Therapy
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  25. HRT – Types, Doses and Regimens
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  27. Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)
  28. Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT): Alternatives To Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)
  29. Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT): Types of Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)
  30. Hormone Therapy: Is It Right for You?
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  34. Hot Flushes, Night Sweats, Brain Fog? Here’s What We Know About Phytoestrogens for Menopausal Symptoms
  35. How Long Will I Have Hot Flashes and What Causes Them?
  36. I Forgot To Ask the Doctor – E9: The Menopause: Can Every Woman That Wants It Have HRT?
  37. Joint Position Statement By the British Menopause Society, Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists and Society for Endocrinology on Best Practice Recommendations for the Care of Women Experiencing the Menopause
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  39. Later Years (Around 50 Years and Over): Menopause and Post Menopause Health – Signs and Symptoms of Menopause [+ Video: Talking Menopause With Your GP] [Other Languages and Formats]
  40. Lots of Women Try Herbs Like Black Cohosh for Menopausal Symptoms Like Hot Flushes – But Does It Work?
  41. Mayo Clinic Minute: Help With Hot Flashes Due To Menopause [+ Video Courtesy: Mayo Clinic News Network]
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  79. Nonhormone Treatments for Hot Flashes and Night Sweats
  80. Perimenopause and Menopause Symptom Checklist
  81. Physical Activity and Exercise for Hot Flashes: Trigger or Treatment?
  82. The 2023 Practitioner’s Toolkit for Managing Menopause
  83. The Truth About Menopause Supplements | Dr Sarah Berry
  84. The Women’s Health Initiative Randomized Trials and Clinical Practice
  85. Therapy for the Effects of Menopause
  86. Tips To Help Manage Menopause Symptoms
  87. Using Natural Therapies In the Menopause Transition – Webinar
  88. Video Series-2023: NAMS 2023 Nonhormone Therapies Position Statement for Bothersome Menopause Symptoms
  89. Video Series-2023: New FDA-Approved Nonhormone Option for the Treatment of Hot Flashes
  90. Video Series-2024: Preparing for Your Menopause Health Care Visit [13 January 2024]
  91. Videos and Podcasts: Videos – Interviews: A Simple Approach To Menopause: The Menopause Quick Six (www.MQ6.ca)
  92. Webinars: Previous – Clinical Climacteric Conundrums
  93. Webinars: Previous – Non-Hormonal Pharmacological Interventions For VMS
  94. Webinars: Previous – Non-Pharmacological Interventions For VMS
  95. What Are the Most Common Symptoms of Menopause? And Which Can Hormone Therapy Treat?
  96. What Doctors Wish Patients Knew About Menopause
  97. What Everyone Should Know About Menopause Symptoms
  98. What To Eat When You Have Hot Flashes?
  99. Why Didn’t Anyone Tell Me This? Episode 3: Dr Annice Mukherjee: Your Essential Menopause Toolkit

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Mental Illness

“Examples of mental illness include depression,
anxiety disorders, schizophrenia,
eating disorders and addictive behaviors”.1

Umbrella

What may the Mental Illness Umbrella include?

Depending on the Source (DotS) this Umbrella may include:

  • Mental Disorders
  • Mental Health Conditions/Disorders/Problems
  • Mental Ill Health
  • Mental Illness/Illnesses

Definition

What is mental illness?

DotS the definition of mental illness may vary. The (United States) National Alliance on Mental Illness’ (NAMI) definition is:

“A mental illness is a condition that affects a person’s thinking, feeling, behavior or mood”.2

In Mental Health Conditions the NAMI also explain:

“NAMI recognizes that other organizations have drawn distinctions between what diagnoses are considered “mental health conditions” as opposed to “mental illnesses.” We intentionally use the terms “mental health conditions” and “mental illness/es” interchangeably”.3

Types

What are different types of mental illness?

DotS these may vary. The (United States) Mayo Clinic explain:

“Mental illness, also called mental health disorders, refers to a wide range of mental health conditions — disorders that affect your mood, thinking and behavior. Examples of mental illness include depression, anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, eating disorders and addictive behaviors”.4

In Mental Health Conditions the NAMI include:

  • “Anxiety Disorders
  • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder [ADHD]
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Borderline Personality Disorder
  • Depression
  • Dissociative Disorders
  • Eating Disorders
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
  • Posttraumatic Stress Disorder
  • Psychosis
  • Schizoaffective Disorder
  • Schizophrenia”.5

Women

Can mental illness affect women and men differently?

Yes. In Women and Mental Health: Why Is Women’s Mental Health Important? the (United States) National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) elaborate on:

Mental Illness“Some mental disorders are more common in women than men, including depression, anxiety disorders, and eating disorders.

There are also disorders unique to women. For example, some women experience symptoms of depression at times of hormone change, such as:

  • During or after pregnancy (perinatal depression)
  • Around the time of their period (premenstrual dysphoric disorder)
  • During the menopause transition (perimenopausal depression)”.6

In Women and Mental Health: Overview the NIMH also note:

“When it comes to other mental disorders, such as schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, research has not found sex differences in the rates at which they are diagnosed. But certain symptoms may be more common in women, and the course of illness can be affected by a person’s sex. Researchers are beginning to tease apart the various biological and psychosocial factors that may impact mental health”.7

Signs and Symptoms

Can signs and symptoms of mental illness vary?

In Mental Illness: Symptoms & Causes – Symptoms the Mayo Clinic elaborate on:

“Signs and symptoms of mental illness can vary, depending on the disorder, circumstances and other factors. Mental illness symptoms can affect emotions, thoughts and behaviors.

Examples of signs and symptoms include:

  • Feeling sad or down
  • Confused thinking or reduced ability to concentrate
  • Excessive fears or worries, or extreme feelings of guilt
  • Extreme mood changes of highs and lows
  • Withdrawal from friends and activities
  • Significant tiredness, low energy or problems sleeping
  • Detachment from reality (delusions), paranoia or hallucinations
  • Inability to cope with daily problems or stress
  • Trouble understanding and relating to situations and to people
  • Problems with alcohol or drug abuse
  • Major changes in eating habits
  • Sex drive changes
  • Excessive anger, hostility or violence
  • Suicidal thinking

Sometimes symptoms of a mental health disorder appear as physical problems, such as stomach pain, back pain, headaches, or other unexplained aches and pains”.8

Cause

What may cause mental illness?

In Mental Health Conditions the NAMI explain:

“A mental health condition isn’t the result of one event. Research suggests multiple, linking causes. Genetics, environment and lifestyle influence whether someone develops a mental health condition. A stressful job or home life makes some people more susceptible, as do traumatic life events. Biochemical processes and circuits and basic brain structure may play a role, too”.9

Common or Not

How common is mental illness?

In the United States according to the NAMI in Individuals With Mental Illness:

“If you have a mental health condition, you’re not alone. One in 5 American adults experiences some form of mental illness in any given year. And across the population, 1 in every 20 adults is living with a serious mental health condition such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder or long-term recurring major depression”.10

In the United Kingdom according to the Mental Health Foundation (MHF) in About Mental Health Problems:

“Mental health problems are very common. In a single week, at least one in six of us has problems with our mental health, according to the government’s major study of adults in England”.11

Treatment

How may mental illness treated?

The Mayo Clinic explain:

“Your treatment depends on the type of mental illness you have, its severity and what works best for you. In many cases, a combination of treatments works best.

If you have a mild mental illness with well-controlled symptoms, treatment from your primary care provider may be sufficient. However, often a team approach is appropriate to make sure all your psychiatric, medical and social needs are met. This is especially important for severe mental illnesses, such as schizophrenia”.12

Health Care Provider

What if I think I have a mental illness?

If you think you have a mental illness, it may be in your best interest to choose to talk to your health care provider about this.

In Finding A Mental Health Professional the NIMH elaborate on:

“The most important step in treating a mental health condition sometimes feels like a challenging one: finding a mental health professional. A trustworthy and knowledgeable mental health professional will be a valuable ally. It may take a little time and persistence to locate this ally or assemble a team of allies. Following the plan below can increase the chance of finding someone whom you feel comfortable working with.

  • Step 1: Think About Whom You’re Looking For…
  • Step 2: Gather Referrals…
  • Step 3: Make the Call…
  • Step 4: Ask Questions…
  • Step 5: Build A Relationship…”.13

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