Menopause
Menopause does not only occur to women, men can also experience menopause, however, women’s menopausal symptoms are more serious. Menopause generally occurs in women between the ages of 45 and 55, and it is the time that marks the end of menstrual cycles. During the menopause period, women experience some changes both physically and psychologically. And these menopause symptoms include:
Physical symptoms:
- Night sweats and hot flashes
- Joint pain
- Palpitations
- Headache
- Urinary incontinence
- Loss of breast fullness
- Chest stuffiness
Emotional symptoms:
- Mood swings
- Anxiety
- Depressed
These are some of the menopausal symptoms in women, and they are caused by the gradual decrease in female hormone, estrogen secretion. During this period, menopausal women experience irregular periods. During menopause, women are at increased risk of osteoporosis and cardiovascular diseases, so menopausal women should replenish nutrients from balance diets. Menopausal women can try to adjust their mood by participating in more group activities and meeting some new friends, it can help to relieve their emotional symptoms. As for physical symptoms, it is recommended that menopausal women maintain a healthy lifestyle, go to bed early, reduce smoking and alcohol consumption.
