menopause Flashcards
1
Q
symptoms of menopause
A
Change in periods
change in length of menstrual cycles
dysfunctional uterine bleeding may occur
Vasomotor symptoms - affects around 80% of women. Usually occur daily and may continue for up to 5 years
hot flushes
night sweats
Urogenital changes - affects around 35% of women
vaginal dryness and atrophy
urinary frequency
Psychological
anxiety and depression may be seen - around 10% of women
short-term memory impairment
Longer term complications
osteoporosis
increased risk of ischaemic heart disease
