Menopause Flashcards
What is the average age for menopause?
51 y/o
At what age is menopause considered late?
> 54 y/o
When is menopause considered early?
<45 y/o
When is menopause considered premature?
Under the age of 40
List some physical symptoms of menopause:
Hot flushes Night sweats Palpitations Insomnia Joint aches Headaches Vaginal dryness Lowered libido
What % of menopausal women suffer from hot flushes?
60-80%
How long do hot flush episodes usually last?
3-5 minutes
List some psychological symptoms of menopause:
Mood swings Irritability Anxiety Difficulty concentrating Forgetfullness
What are some of the later symptoms of menopause?
Recurrent UTIs Dysuria Incontinence Dry skin and hair Breast atrophy
What is peri-menopausal dysfunctional uterine bleeding?
This is when women going through menopause suffer from irregular periods, intra-menstrual bleeding and even some post-menopausal bleeding.
List some conservative measures for menopause
Healthier diet
Weight loss
Exercise
Reduce caffeine intake
What medications can be given for the menorrhagia?
Mefenamic acid
Tranexamic acid
Progesterone’s
What surgical options are there for managing the menorrhagia?
IUD
Endometrial ablation
Hysterectomy
What are some of the benefits of HRT in menopausal women?
Symptom control Improved quality of life Reduced risk of osteoporotic fracture Reduced risk of bowel cancer Protective against Alzheimer's/Parkinson's ?
List some of the risks associated with HRT in menopausal women:
Increased risk of breast cancer
Risk of gallbladder disease
