Menopause

Soy Supplements May Cool Hot Flashes: Study

Analysis of 19 Studies Finds Benefit in Supplements, But Researcher Says Soy Foods Are Better Bet By Kathleen Doheny Reviewed by Louise Chang, MD April 9, 2012 -- Taking soy to relieve hot ...

Menopause ‘Brain Fog’ May Be Real

New Research Finds Differences in Menopausal Memory Problems and Age-Related Memory Loss By Salynn Boyles Reviewed by Laura J. Martin, MD March 16, 2012 -- Along with hot flashes and night sweats, memory proble...

Estrogen-Only HRT Not So Risky in 50s

Lower Estrogen Risk Seen for 50-ish Women With Hysterectomy By Daniel J. DeNoon Reviewed by Laura J. Martin, MD April 5, 2011 – For women with a prior hysterectomy, estrogen-only hormone re...

Future Fertility Fix? Egg-Producing Stem Cells Found in Human Ovaries

Study Suggests Women May Be Able to Make More Eggs as They Age By Brenda Goodman, MAWebMD Health News Reviewed by Laura J. Martin, MD Feb. 26, 2012 -- Scientists say they have found a way to use ovarian stem cells to perhaps one day help inferti...

Breast Cancer Before 50 Linked to More Distress

FRIDAY, Jan. 20 -- Younger women with breast cancer may experience a decrease in their health-related quality of life because of increased mental distress, weight gain and other factors, a new study finds.Decreased physical activity,...

Health Tip: Physical Problems May Cause Insomnia

-- Insomnia is the general term used to mean waking too early, or having difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep.The National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute says many factors can lead to insomnia, including:Headache or arthritis...

Health Tip: Stay Healthy During Menopause

-- As your body adjusts to the many changes of menopause, it's important to take action and maintain good health.The womenshealth.gov website suggests how to help you stay healthy during menopause:Eat a balanced, nutritious diet that...

DHEA May Help Sex, Symptoms after Menopause

Low-Dose DHEA Cuts Menopause Symptoms, Improves Sex Life in Small Study By Daniel J. DeNoonWebMD Health News Reviewed by Laura J. Martin, MD Dec. 20, 2011 -- Low-dose DHEA works as well as hormone replacement therapy (HRT) to ease menopausal s...

Health Tip: Risk Factors for Varicose Veins

-- Varicose veins are swollen, bulging and often painful veins that tend to occur in the legs. Are you more likely than the average person to develop them? The womenshealth.gov website mentions these risk factors:Aging, due to declin...

Want to Lose Weight? Get the 9 Best Diet Tips Ever

Tip No. 1: Drink plenty of water or other calorie-free beverages.Before you tear into that bag of potato chips, drink a glass of water first. People sometimes confuse thirst with hunger, so you can end up eating extra calories when an ice-cold glass ...

Weight Regained in Later Years Has More Fat

Study: If Postmenopausal Women Lose Weight, They're Better Off if They Keep It Off By Rita Rubin Reviewed by Laura J. Martin, MD Dec. 16, 2011 -- As you draw up your New Year’s resolutio...

Tender Breasts From Combo HRT Linked to Higher Cancer Risk

FRIDAY, Nov. 18 -- Women who develop breast tenderness after starting combination estrogen and progestin menopause therapy have a 33 percent higher risk of developing breast cancer than those who don't experience breast tenderness, a...

Ovary-Saving Hysterectomy Linked to Early Menopause

THURSDAY, Nov. 17 --Younger women who have a hysterectomy that spares the ovaries are almost twice as likely to go through early menopause as women who do not have their uteruses removed, according to a new study. "Hysterectomy is a ...

Finding Help (Menopause)

Living Through Menopause: A Menopause Support Group If you're dealing with night sweats, hot flashes, and mood swings, you need comfort and advice for surviving those menopausal years. Find it on this message board from women who know just wha...

Resources (Menopause)

This listing of menopause resources is provided for your reference and is not a complete list of available resources. The information and opinions provided by these organizations are not necessarily those of . ...

Milk and other calcium-rich foods are an important part of a bone-healthy lifestyle that can not only reduce the risk of fractures as you get older, but may also protect against certain cancers. By Carol Sorgen Feature Reviewed by ...

Personal Stories (Menopause)

Inner Beauty: Actress Susan Sarandon's Story Read about how actress Susan Sarandon handled menopause. Inner Beauty: Actress Susan Sarandon's Story Video: Menopause Myths Mary Ann Cl...

Thyroid and Menopause: Confusing the Symptoms (Menopause)

A 48-year old woman came into my office a few months ago. She was complaining of fatigue and a sense of depression. In addition, she was concerned that her weight had begun to "shift" to her middle and her desire for sex had become negligible. Her pe...

8 Causes of Night Sweats: Is it Menopause -- Or Something Else? (Menopause)

Doctors in primary care fields often hear their patients complain of night sweats. Night sweats refer to any excess sweating occurring during the night. However, if your bedroom is unusually hot or you are using too many bedclothes, you may begin to ...

Diet and Menopause: Eating Smart (Menopause)

Some risk factors and symptoms associated with aging and menopause cannot be changed. However, good nutrition can help prevent or reduce certain conditions that may develop during and after menopause. What Are Some Basic Dietary Guidelines for ...

Stress and Menopause: Learning How to Relax (Menopause)

Because stress can make the symptoms of menopause worse, it is important to learn how to relax. How Can I Relax During Menopause? In order to learn how to relax during menopause or any other time, you need to become familiar with your own b...

Menopause, Weight Gain, and Exercise Tips (Menopause)

Menopause and weight gain. Do they always have to go hand in hand? It may seem that way, especially because gaining weight is so common after menopause. In fact, about 30% of women aged 50 to 59 are not just overweight, but obese. Here's what you nee...

Living and Coping (Menopause)

Print out these frequently asked questions and answers about menopause to discuss with your doctor. A Visual Guide to Understanding Perimenopause & Menopause 1. ...

Talking to Your Doctor About Menopause (Menopause)

Knowing how to talk to your doctor or other members of your health care team can help you get the information you need about menopause. Here are some tips for talking with your doctor: Make a list of concerns and questions to t...

Making the Most of Your Doctor's Appointment (Menopause)

Doctors spend on average only a few minutes with each patient they see for routine examinations. (Of course, there is often time out of the exam room that is spent reviewing the chart and records.) The experience can be both confusing and frustrating...

Health Checklist for Women Over 40 (Menopause)

Print out this list to keep track of tests and procedures you need after the age of 40 and take it with you to your next doctor's appointment Breast Cancer Screening ...

How to Sleep Better With Menopause (Menopause)

Many women going through menopause often experience insomnia, an inability to fall asleep or stay asleep at night. This is a normal side effect of menopause and is usually caused by symptoms of menopause, such as hot flashes. I Am Not Sleeping ...

Alternative Treatment for Menopause (Menopause)

Complementary and alternative therapies for menopause are medical treatments that are considered nontraditional. They include dietary and herbal supplements, acupuncture, chiropractic, and massage therapy, biofeedback, homeopathy, and eating certain ...

Menopause Symptom Treatment (Menopause)

Are There Any Treatments for Symptoms of Menopause? There are a number of different treatment options to consider if you're suffering from symptoms of menopause. Lifestyle changes. A healthy diet and regular exercise program will go...

HRT Pros & Cons (Menopause)

What Are the Pros and Cons of Hormone Replacement Therapy? Pros: Prevents bone loss that can lead to osteoporosis. Relieves symptoms of menopause. Lowers risk of colon cancer. Lowers risk of macula...