Menopause brings with it various complaints that women can suffer from. It is a completely new process in life. Almost every woman experiences various menopausal complaints. At Women's Healthcare Center in Amsterdam we can help you with various menopausal complaints.
Various complaints during menopause
The most well-known complaint during menopause is hot flashes. Many women are familiar with this. But there are many more complaints. Below is an overview of menopausal complaints and explanations.
Hot flashes
With a hot flash you feel a sudden sensation of heat. This is often accompanied by sweating, increased heart rate, nausea and heavy and tired limbs. The duration of a hot flash can vary from person to person.
Inner turmoil / emotions
The changes in the female body are often accompanied by emotions. During the menopause you may experience inner turmoil. You may experience feelings such as loneliness, crying fits and irritability. Certain events that occur at this age can also contribute to this.
Skin aging
During menopause, the amount of estrogen in the body changes. It is therefore important to continue to nourish the skin. Due to the reduced amount of estrogen, the skin can become slacker and drier. Therefore, protect your skin well.
Body hair
In addition to female hormones, every woman also produces male hormones. During menopause, the hormone balance shifts and fewer female hormones are produced. This can cause hair growth on the upper lip, chin or legs.
Weight
Most women gain weight during menopause. This also has to do with age. The metabolism slows down. Stay aware of your eating pattern and pay sufficient attention to healthy eating.
Dry eyes
Because less estrogen is produced, there is also less tear fluid. This can cause dry and irritated eyes.
Vagina
Things also change in the vagina. The reduced amount of estrogen can cause the vagina and urethra to become sensitive and dry. This can make sex more painful. Hygiene is very important here.
Blood pressure
When menstruation stops, blood pressure can rise. Pay attention to your diet to keep blood pressure at a good level.
Osteoporosis / bone loss
1 in 5 women in menopause will experience osteoporosis. During menopause, you lose bone minerals and bone density and strength decrease. This makes bones more likely to break later in life. Therefore, eat calcium-rich food, exercise regularly and stop smoking.
What can we do for you?
Women's Healthcare Center provides expert care and support for women. Our team of specialisten will do everything they can to help you get the right diagnosis and find the best treatment options.
