Menopause
Menopause
Menopause is the time when a woman stops having periods and her ovaries stop producing eggs and hormone levels change. It usually happens between age 45 and 55, but sometimes menopause can start earlier and it is important that these women are given good support and advice. Menopause may also happen after hysterectomy, especially where the ovaries are removed and after some cancer treatments.
The menopause is a stage which all women will go through at some time. For some women this is a difficult time as they experience a variety of symptoms. There is lots of information available and support to help women through this. Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) can help to reduce symptoms. Most women are able to use HRT and can contact their GP surgery for advice. There are also other treatments which can help with symptoms. Ayrshire has a specialist menopause clinic and GPs can refer patients who have other health problems or poorly controlled symptoms.
Useful Links:
Menopause – Easy Read | Translations (nhsinform.scot)
Let’s talk about menopause leaflet
Menopause and Menopause Hormone Therapy
Patient Information Leaflet – Vulval Care
Menopause and Menopause Hormone Therapy
Menopause Symptoms Questionnaire
WHC factsheets and other helpful resources – Women’s Health Concern
Menopause Matters, menopausal symptoms, remedies, advice
Charity for Women with POI | The Daisy Network
Gather to eat cake, drink and discuss menopause
Menopause resources for LGBTQIA+ people — Queer / LGBTQIA+ Menopause
Rock My Menopause – Menopause Information
menopausesupport.co.uk – Supporting You Through Change
We are the leading gynae cancers charity – The Eve Appeal
Onboarding Sleep Test – Sleepio
Home | Labia Library by Women’s Health Victoria
Dumfries House offer a holistic free programme for menopause. If you live in Ayrshire this is free and you need to be referred by your GP. Please click here for further information
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