More than 1,500womencompleted a questionnaire regarding their sexual activity. While both vulvovaginal atrophy and bladder problems negatively impacted sexual enjoyment and frequency of activity, the fear of experiencing pain during sex was reported as a reason for avoiding or restricting activity more ...
Symptoms may include vaginal dryness, itching, irritation, and/or pain with sexual intercourse (dyspareunia). The vaginal changes also lead to an increased risk of vaginal infections. 5. Urinary symptoms The lining of the urethra (the transport tube leading from the bladder to discharge urine out...
perimenopause is like your engagement–some are short and some are long, very long! And being postmenopausal is like being married, except it's always, definitely forever.) Menopausal symptoms, however, begin and end on a timetable all their own, starting well before the last period and conti...
Symptoms may include vaginal dryness, itching, irritation, and/or pain with sexual intercourse (dyspareunia). The vaginal changes also lead to an increased risk of vaginal infections. 5. Urinary symptoms The lining of the urethra (the transport tube leading from the bladder to discharge urine out...
Vaginal dryness, which may cause pain or discomfort during sexual intercourse. Mood changes, which can make you feel moody, anxious, or more irritable. Bladder issues, such asurinary incontinence(loss of bladder control) andurinary tract infections(UTIs). ...
your waist is less defined than it used to be. It’s normal for our bodies to start to change shape as we reach perimenopause. The question is, how much of a role do hormonal changes and menopause play in weight gain, and are there things we can do to help prevent menopause weight ...
Although the exact nature of the relationship is unclear, evidence suggests heart palpitations, experienced as missed, exaggerated, or irregular heartbeats, are more common in perimenopause and after menopause than in the premenopausal stage.24 Joint and Muscle Pain Some women experience the onset ...
Magnesiumis so important for a range of bodily functions, including the production of energy‚ proteins‚ and DNA. It helps to reduce inflammation, relieve joint pain, muscle cramps, Restless Leg Syndrome, headaches, depression, fatigue, anxiety and supports better sleep. ...
Finding Relief: Load up on foods rich in phytoestrogens and omegas; exercise regularly to relieve stress and maintain a proper weight, and keep a monthly log of your period patterns. Quick pain relief is possible with herbal infusions and warm compresses. Treatment Options: Regulate your menstrua...
apples, fennel, celery, parsley, and alfalfa. Foods and herbs that contain phytoestrogens offer a significant advantage over the use of hormonal estrogen because phytoestrogens have not been associated with the side effects of hormonal estrogen–increased cancer rates, gallbladder disease and blood clot...