Menopause Symptom

Every women has to go through Menopause at one stage of life. And the symptoms also differs from women to women for Menopause. Below are few of the symptoms of Menopause:

1. Weight gain: A three year study of healthy women nearing menopause found an average gain of five pounds during the three years. Hormonal changes and aging are both possible factors in this weight gain.

2. Aging is caused by the hormonal changes that occur at the time of menopause. Heart disease chances increases after menopause; although it is unclear exactly how much is due to Women who undergo premature menopause or have their ovaries removed surgically at an early age are at an increased risk of heart disease.
3. Hot Flashes: Hot flashes are the most common symptom of menopause. According to a research , hot flashes occur in as many as 75% of premenopausal women. Hot flash symptoms differ from women to women. Commonly, the hot flash is a feeling of warmth that spreads over the body, lasting from around 30 seconds to a few minutes. Flushed (reddened) skin, palpitation (feeling a strong heartbeat), and sweating often accompany hot flashes. Hot flashes often increase skin temperature and pulse, and they can lead to insomnia, or sleeplessness. Hot flashes usually last for 2-3 years, but many women can experience them for up to 5 years. An even smaller percentage may have them for more than 15 years.

4. Urinary inconsistence and burning on urination.

5. Vaginal changes: Because of thes estrogens affects the vaginal lining, per menopausal women may also have pain during intercourse and may note a change in vaginal discharge.

6. Breast changes: Menopause may cause changes in the size & shape of the breasts.

7. Thinning of the skin: The skin starts becoming thinner.

8. Boss line: Rapid bone loss is common during the per menopausal years. Most women reach their peak bone density when aged 25-30 years. After that, bone loss averages 0.13% per year. During per menopause, bone loss accelerates to about a 3% loss per year. Later, it drops off to about a 2% loss per year. No pain is usually associated with bone loss. However, bone loss can cause osteropsises   a condition that increases the risk of bone fractures. These fractures can be intensely painful and can interfere with daily life. They also can increase the risk of deaths.
9. Cholesterol: Cholesterol profiles also change significantly at the time of menopause. Total cholesterol and LDL (“bad”) cholesterol levels increase. Increased LDL Cholesterol is associated with an increased risk of heart disease.