How can I treat symptoms of menopause?

Answer 1

There are many different treatments available; however, it's important to know that the treatment is actually for the symptoms, not menopause itself.

The Mayo Clinic lists several different possible treatments to help relieve the symptoms of Menopause (I've listed the link below). Their list includes various Estrogen treatments, hormone therapy, anti-depressants and other options.

Doing your research is great, but remember that nothing replaces the advice of a doctor.

Answer 2

Unfortunately, no one prepares us for perimenopause or menopause (I call it PM&M for short), but we must change that!

Then educate yourself. Learn about the various symptoms, tests and options available. You can use the internet or pick up some books, ask the sisterhood what their experience have been. Form your own PM&M support group!

Focus on finding a gynecologist who specializes in PM&M. It is helpful to interview a few before you pick one. I went through several doctors before I found one that was right for me. This PM&M is big business. You need a smart doctor to help you make the right decisions.

I am not a scientist or a doctor. I am an ordinary woman who had a really difficult and often depressing time with PM&M. I was not prepared. I struggled.

There is a lot of information out there. I know it can be confusing and overwhelming.

Answer 3

You should learn the symptoms of menopause and what treatment options you have. Hot flashes are a common symptom. Stopping smoking is important because that will make hot flashes worse, as will alcohol and spicy foods. Keep fans available when possible. Exercise and reduce stress if possible. Some women find that they need estrogen therapy. Others manage fine without it.

Answer 4

Menopausal symptoms can be relieved by a variety of means; some healthy, and some not-so-healthy. HRT used to be touted as the cure all, but when the government was hosting a study of its benefits, they found out all kinds of horrific side effects and literally had to halt the study. Nevertheless, Doctors still prescribe it most of the time (ie: Premarin, Prempro, Provera, and other meds made literally from pregnant horse urine).

Nowadays your safest bet is to go with herbal menopause remedies, possibly coupled with bio-identical HRT (which is different than traditional synthetic HRT). There are tons of resources that are out there to educate yourself about it. Good sources are the books "Ageless" by Suzanne Somers and "The Wisdom of Menopause" by Dr. Christiane Northrup. Safe herbal menopause relief products can be researched online too. A full spectrum approach is best (instead of just addressing one symptom, such as "hot flashes.")

Between Bio-Identical HRT and the herbal menopause relief, your transition should be much smoother and you can feel like yourself again!

Answer 5

The best way to help someone suffering through menopause would be keep a stress free environment. If they are suffering through a heat attack, it would be beneficial to provide them with a cool rag or towel.

Answer 6

There are a variety of treatments for menopause. The most common are hormone replacement therapy, involving prescription medications. Others prefer herbal supplements and dietary changes. When a woman is having issues going through menopause it is best to see their gynecologist in order to develop a treatment plan and to ensure there are not other issues going on.

Answer 7

Hi,

Why not try some Herbal dietary supplements?

Answer 8

Try using menopause supplement. You will get relief from menopause symptoms. I used Femestra Menopause supplement and seeing its effectiveness, recommend highly.

Answer 9

There is no treatment to reverse premature menopause. Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) can prevent the common symptoms of menopause and lower the long-term risk of osteoporosis.