menopause Flashcards
1
Q
Define menopause
A
Greek menos = month
pausos = ending
Occurs between 40-60yrs
Av. age is 51.4yrs
2
Q
State the Physical Vasomotor Symptoms
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Hot flushes Night sweats Vaginal dryness Giddiness Faintness Headaches Insomnia
3
Q
State the most common side effect of menopause
A
Hot flush
4
Q
Pathophysiology in Menopause
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All women affected, have a different experience Hot flush most common side effect Prevalence decreases with age: 60% 50-54yrs 15% 55-59yrs 6% 60-69yrs 3% >70yrs Culture and dietary influences
5
Q
State the psychological symptoms of menopause
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Irritability Poor concentration The poor short term memory Depression Tiredness Anxiety Mood swings
6
Q
Treatment of Menopausal symptoms
A
If menopausal symptoms interfere with quality of life, treat
Non-pharmacological (lifestyle and alternative)- Exercises, diet( avoid spicy food) avoid drinking alcohol and hot drinks
Pharmacological (hormonal and non-hormonal)
