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Black Women’s Health

“Black women have higher rates of many illnesses, such as hypertension, breast cancer at young ages, diabetes, stroke, and lupus”. Read more

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Periods and Heavy Bleeding

“Heavy menstrual bleeding affects about one in five women and is a common problem in the 30-50-year-old age group”. Read more

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Hysterectomy

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Gynecologic Cancers

“The five types of gynecologic cancers are
ovarian, endometrial/uterine, cervical,
vulvar and vaginal cancer”. Read more

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Periods and Menopause

“…about 90% of women experience 4 to 8 years of menstrual-cycle changes before their periods finally stop at menopause. Most women report irregular periods”.1

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What may the Periods and Menopause Umbrella include?

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

  • Menstrual Cycle Changes/Symptoms
  • Menstrual Periods Changes/Symptoms
  • Monthly Period Changes/Symptoms
  • Period Changes/Symptoms

First Sign of Menopause Periods and Menopause

How can most women tell if they are approaching menopause?

According to the (United Kingdom) NHS:

“The first sign of the menopause is usually a change in the normal pattern of your periods”.2

Changes

Do periods simply stop or not?

Not usually. In Menopause FAQs: Menopause Symptoms – Q. I am bleeding more often and with heavier periods than I used to. I’m 45 years old. What’s wrong with me? the North American Menopause Society (NAMS) elaborate on:

“A. Probably nothing. As a woman reaches perimenopause, changes in menstrual flow and frequency are common. A few women simply stop menstruating one day and never have another period. But about 90% of women experience 4 to 8 years of menstrual-cycle changes before their periods finally stop at menopause. Most women report irregular periods. These are caused by erratic production of hormones by the ovaries and less frequent ovulation”.3

In Menopause: Symptoms – Changes To Your Periods the NHS explain:

Periods and Menopause

“You may start having either unusually light or heavy periods.

The frequency of your periods may also be affected. You may have them every 2 or 3 weeks, or you may not have them for months at a time.

Eventually, you’ll stop having periods altogether”.4

Pregnant or Not

Is it possible to become pregnant when skipping periods?

Yes. In Menopause: Symptoms & Causes – Symptoms the (United States) Mayo Clinic explain:

“Skipping periods during perimenopause is common and expected. Often, menstrual periods will skip a month and return, or skip several months and then start monthly cycles again for a few months. Periods also tend to happen on shorter cycles, so they are closer together. Despite irregular periods, pregnancy is possible. If you’ve skipped a period but aren’t sure you’ve started the menopausal transition, consider a pregnancy test”.5

Postmenopausal Bleeding

Is postmenopausal bleeding or bleeding after menopause, normal?

No. In Health After Menopause: Postmenopausal Bleeding the (Australian) Jean Hailes for Women’s Health (JH):

“It is important to note that bleeding after menopause is not normal and should be investigated. Postmenopausal bleeding is bleeding that occurs more than 12 months after your final period (the menopause). It can be bleeding like a period, spotting or staining”.6

Menstrual Calendar

Where may I find a menstrual calendar to keep a record of my periods?

In MenoNotes the North American Menopause Society (NAMS) include:


Menstrual Calendar

  1. Menstrual Calendar
  2. Menstrual Calendar: Calendario Menstrual [Spanish]
  3. Menstrual Calendar: Calendrier Menstruel [French]

Health Care Provider

What if my periods are changing?

If your periods are changing, it may be in your best interest to choose to ask your health care provider about this.

In Menopause FAQs: Menopause Symptoms – Q. I am bleeding more often and with heavier periods than I used to. I’m 45 years old. What’s wrong with me? the NAMS explain:

“A. …But, it should not be assumed that any abnormal bleeding is simply a part of normal menopause. Most of the time it is, but abnormal uterine bleeding can be a sign of other problems such as fibroids, polyps, infections, and even cancer. It’s always best to be evaluated by a healthcare provider if the bleeding is very heavy or prolonged”.7

In Menstrual Calendar the NAMS also note:

“Call your health care provider if you experience:

  • Periods that are much heavier than usual
  • Spotting or bleeding between periods
  • Periods that last longer than 10 days
  • Bleeding after sex
  • Frequent periods (fewer than 21 days between periods)
  • Any bleeding after menopause”.8

In Menopause, Perimenopause, and Postmenopause: Living With – How Do I Know If Changes In My Periods Are Normal Perimenopausal Symptoms or Something To Be Concerned About? the (United States) Cleveland Clinic explain:

“Irregular periods are common and normal during perimenopause (the menopause transition). But other conditions can cause abnormalities in menstrual bleeding. If any of the following situations apply to you, see a doctor to rule out other causes.

  • Your periods are changing to become very heavy, or accompanied by blood clots
  • Your periods last several days longer than usual
  • You spot or bleed after your period
  • You experience spotting after sex
  • Your periods occur closer together”.9

In About the Menstrual Cycle the JH also note:

“When To See Your Doctor

There are many reasons you might need to see your doctor about your periods including:

  • Changes in the pattern of your periods
  • Increasingly heavy periods
  • Long periods of more than eight days
  • Periods that come fewer than three weeks apart
  • Periods coming more than two to three months apart
  • Painful periods that cause you to stay home
  • Bleeding between periods
  • Bleeding after intercourse

Your menstrual cycle is a normal process for your body. Each woman experiences her menstrual cycle differently, most without any difficulties. If there is any change in your cycle that worries you, see your doctor”.10

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  28. Menopause What Are the Symptoms?
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  32. Menopause: Changes In Periods [Video Interview Stories]
  33. Menopause: Overview [Video Interview Stories]
  34. Menopause: Symptoms
  35. Menopause: Symptoms & Causes
  36. Menopause: Symptoms – Changes To Your Periods
  37. Menorrhagia (Heavy Menstrual Bleeding)
  38. Menstrual Calendar
  39. Menstrual Calendar: Calendario Menstrual [Spanish]
  40. Menstrual Calendar: Calendrier Menstruel [French]
  41. Menstrual Cycle
  42. Menstrual Cycle: What’s Normal, What’s Not
  43. Menstrual Cycle: What’s Normal, What’s Not – How Can I Track My Menstrual Cycle?
  44. My Periods Have Changed. Is Menopause Around the Corner?
  45. National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health: How Safe Is This Product or Practice?
  46. National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health: Menopausal Symptoms: In Depth
  47. Perimenopausal Bleeding and Bleeding After Menopause
  48. Perimenopause
  49. Perimenopause or Menopausal Transition
  50. Period Pain & Symptom Diary
  51. Periods
  52. Periods
  53. Periods – Fact Sheet
  54. Periods: Do I Need A Doctor?
  55. Periods: Menstrual Cycle: Animation
  56. Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)
  57. Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)
  58. Symptoms of Menopause
  59. Uterine Bleeding: Abnormal Uterine Bleeding
  60. Uterine Cancer
  61. Uterine/Endometrial Cancer
  62. Vaginal Bleeding
  63. Vaginal Bleeding
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  65. Video Series-2021
  66. Webinars: Managing Menopausal Bleeding
  67. What Are the Signs and Symptoms of Menopause?
  68. What Causes Bleeding Between Periods?
  69. Periods and MenopauseWhat Happens During the Typical 28-Day Menstrual Cycle?
  70. What Is Menopause?
  71. What Is Menopause?
  72. World Menopause Day: World Menopause Day 2017
  73. World Menopause Day: World Menopause Day 2017: A White Paper – Abnormal Uterine Bleeding In Perimenopause [+ Multiply Languages]
  74. World Menopause Day: World Menopause Day 2017: Patient Information Leaflet – Changes Before the Change [+ Multiply Languages]
  75. Yarning About Periods (Menstrual Cycle)
  76. Your Menstrual Cycle and Your Health

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Endometriosis

“Endometriosis affects an estimated 1 in 10 women during their reproductive years (ie. usually between the ages of 15 to 49), which is approximately 176 million women…”.1

Umbrella
What may the Endometriosis Umbrella include?

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

  • Endo
  • Endometriosis

Endometriosis

What is endometriosis?

DotS the definition of endometriosis may vary. The (Australian) Jean Hailes for Women’s Health (JH) definition is:

“Endometriosis, pronounced end-o-me-tree-oh-sis (or just endo), is a progressive, chronic condition where cells similar to those that line the uterus (the endometrium) are found in other parts of the body. It most commonly occurs in the pelvis and can affect a woman’s reproductive organs”.2

The World Endometriosis Society; and the World Endometriosis Research Foundation’s definition is:

“Endometriosis is a condition in which tissue similar to the lining inside the uterus (called “the endometrium”), is found outside the uterus, where it induces a chronic inflammatory reaction that may result in scar tissue. It is primarily found on the pelvic peritoneum, on the ovaries, in the recto-vaginal septum, on the bladder, and bowel. In very rare cases it has been found on the diaphragm and in the lungs”.3

Cause

What causes endometriosis?

In Facts About Endometriosis the World Endometriosis Society; and the World Endometriosis Research Foundation elaborate on:

“There is no known cause of endometriosis but it is highly likely that certain genes predispose women to develop the disease. Thus, women have a higher risk of developing endometriosis if their mother and/or sister(s) are also affected. It is possible that age when the menstrual period starts, other gynaecologic factors, and environmental exposures influence whether a woman is affected. Whereas evidence has been weak with regards to exposure to dioxin (an environmental pollutant) some evidence now supports exacerbation of its symptoms due to PCBs”.4

Common or Not

How common is endometriosis?

According to the World Endometriosis Society; and the World Endometriosis Research Foundation:

“Endometriosis affects an estimated 1 in 10 women during their reproductive years (ie. usually between the ages of 15 to 49), which is approximately 176 million women in the world”.5

In Endometriosis 2011 statistics quoted by the Office on Women’s Health, United States Department of Health and Human Services, Womenshealth.gov are:

“It may affect more than 11% of American women between 15 and 44”.6

In Endometriosis Facts and Figures “the latest facts and figures about endometriosis” quoted by Endometriosis UK (United Kingdom) dated 2009, include:

  • “1 in 10 women of reproductive age in the UK suffer from endometriosis”.7

Diagnosis

How is endometriosis diagnosed?

In Endometriosis Treatment and Support: How Can Endometriosis Be Diagnosed? the (United States) Endometriosis Foundation elaborate on:

“There are a number of diagnostic tools that physicians use that may raise suspicion of endometriosis, but the only definitive method of diagnosis is through minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery and biopsy of affected tissue. If you suspect you have endometriosis, ask your physician about these different diagnostic tools (see below). Don’t be afraid to get a second opinion if you feel that you need more information about endometriosis diagnosis”.8

Look for A PatternEndometriosis

If I think I have endometriosis how may I look for a pattern?

In Endometriosis: Diagnosis – Information Your Doctor Will Need the JH elaborate on:

“If you think you have endometriosis, keeping a diary of your symptoms is a good way to help your doctor or gynaecologist find out what is wrong. Your doctor may ask questions as part of the diagnosis, so having all the information ready will help. The types of questions you might need to answer are listed below.

  • Periods….
  • Period Pain…
  • Other Pain…
  • Other Symptoms…”.9

Management

What may endometriosis management include?

In About Endometriosis: Symptoms of Endometriosis the Endometriosis.org elaborate on:

“For many women, management of this disease may be a long-term process. Therefore, it is important to educate yourself, take the time to find a good doctor, and consider joining a local support group”.10

Menopause

Is there an association between menopause and endometriosis?

In Endometriosis: Does Endometriosis Go Away After Menopause? Womenshealth.gov explain:

Endometriosis After Menopause

“For some women, the painful symptoms of endometriosis improve after menopause. As the body stops making the hormone estrogen, the growths shrink slowly. However, some women who take menopausal hormone therapy may still have symptoms of endometriosis.

If you are having symptoms of endometriosis after menopause, talk to your doctor about treatment options”.11

In Endometriosis: Symptoms & Causes – Symptoms During Menopause the JH explain:

“Usually, endometriosis does go away after menopause. Uncommonly, it can return with the use of menopausal hormone therapy, or MHT (formerly called hormone replacement therapy, or HRT), especially if there is no progestogen component. Even more rarely, it can return for no reason without any hormonal treatment”.12

Health Care Provider

What if I think I have endometriosis?

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

In Endometriosis: Diagnosis the JH elaborate on:

“If you think you have endometriosis, see your health care practitioner who can refer you to a specialist gynaecologist. It is important not to delay seeing your doctor, as early diagnosis and treatment can reduce the severity of the disease.

It is also important to know that many women do not get a correct diagnosis for seven to 10 years because the symptoms can vary between women and can change over time. Diagnosis can also be delayed by period pain often being considered as normal by both the community and health professionals”.13

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  8. Consumer Health: Is Prophylactic Oophorectomy Right for You?
  9. Consumer Health: Understanding the Link Between Depression and Pain
  10. Coping Techniques for Endometriosis
  11. Different Types of Period Pain and What They Might Mean
  12. Dysmenorrhea: Painful Periods
  13. Early Menopause: Women’s Experiences – Women’s Profiles
  14. Emotions
  15. Endo Explained: Ask the Experts: Upcoming Episodes Endometriosis Worldwide March
  16. Endo Explained: Ask the Experts: Upcoming Episodes
  17. EndoFound’s LGBTQIA Resource Hub for Endo Patients
  18. Endoactive.org.au [EndoActive Australia & New Zealand]
  19. Endofound.org [Endometriosis Foundation of America]
  20. Endometrial Ablation
  21. Endometriosis
  22. Endometriosis
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  24. Endometriosis
  25. Endometriosis
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  27. Endometriosis
  28. Endometriosis A-Z
  29. Endometriosis Awareness Month 2021 [Cochrane Gynaecology and Fertility Group]
  30. Endometriosis Awareness Month 2021: Events Around the World
  31. Endometriosis Awareness: Empowering Patients
  32. Endometriosis Before and After Menopause
  33. Endometriosis Comprehensive Glossary
  34. Endometriosis FAQs
  35. Endometriosis Glossary
  36. Endometriosis Shared Perspectives: Free Video Series Endometriosis Free Video Series
  37. Endometriosis Shared Perspectives: Free Video Series – Endo Patients Sex and Endo
  38. Endometriosis Shared Perspectives: Free Video Series – Medical Cannabis and Endo
  39. Endometriosis Symptoms
  40. Endometriosis Symptoms: Red Flags or Gray Areas? 5 Things To Know About the Signs of Endometriosis
  41. Endometriosis Toolkit: A Patient Empowerment Guide
  42. SWHR Endo Toolkit Endometriosis Toolkit: A Patient Empowerment Guide – Endometriosis and Menopause
  43. Endometriosis Treatment and Support
  44. Endometriosis and Couples [+ Video]
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  46. Endometriosis – Management After Menopause
  47. Endometriosis – Multilingual Fact Sheets
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  49. Endometriosis.ca [World Endometriosis Society]
  50. Endometriosis.org
  51. Endometriosis: Complications & Risk
  52. Endometriosis: Diagnosis & Management [NICE Guideline [National Institute for Health and Care Excellence]]
  53. Endometriosis: Diagnosis – Information Your Doctor Will Need
  54. Endometriosis: Emotions
  55. Endometriosis: Fertility & Pregnancy
  56. Endometriosis: Further Problems Caused By Endometriosis
  57. Endometriosis: Relationships & Sex
  58. Endometriosis: Risk Factor for Ovarian Cancer?
  59. Endometriosis: Symptoms & Causes – Symptoms During Menopause
  60. Endometriosis: Treatment
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  68. Endowise.org.au [Endo Wise] Endometriosis
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  70. Fatigue Is Common Among Women Who Have Endometriosis
  71. Finding An Endometriosis Specialist
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  73. Getting Diagnosed [Stories]
  74. Glossary
  75. How To Cope With A Complex Condition [Endometriosis]
  76. How To Stay Active When You Have Endo
  77. How You Can Support Women Diagnosed With Endometriosis
  78. Induced Menopause In Women With Endometriosis
  79. Laparoscopy
  80. Lets Talk… Period Hosted By Diana Falzone [EndoTV Health Network] Lets Talk... Period Hosted By Diana Falzone
  81. Managing Endometriosis During the Coronavirus Crisis: FAQs
  82. My Period. What’s Normal?
  83. National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health: How Safe Is This Product or Practice?
  84. National Endometriosis Organisations
  85. Nutrition and Endometriosis
  86. Pelvic Pain: Know the Different Causes and When To Seek Help
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  88. Period Pain & Symptom Diary Endometriosis
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  90. Personal Stories
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  92. Seeking A Doctor: Finding the Right Endometriosis Specialist
  93. Ten Endometriosis Facts
  94. Treating the Pain of Endometriosis
  95. Treatments
  96. Understanding Endometriosis – Booklet
  97. What Is Endometriosis?
  98. What Is Endometriosis?
  99. What You Need To Know About Adenomyosis
  100. World Endometriosis Organisations (WEO)

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Early Menopause

“‘Early menopause’ is when the final menstrual period occurs between 40 and 45 years”. Read more

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Surgical Menopause

“A surgical menopause can be a difficult time for many women. Menopausal symptoms are often severe, and depression and anxiety are more likely”. Read more

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Hormone Therapy and Estrogen Therapy

“If you do not have a uterus,
you can take estrogen alone,
without a progestogen”. Read more

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Induced Menopause

“Induced menopause refers to menstrual periods that stop after surgical removal of the ovaries, chemotherapy or radiation damage to the ovaries, or from…”. Read more

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