Menopause is a natural life stage, but the journey through perimenopause and beyond can bring a wide range of physical and emotional changes. You don’t have to go through it alone. This page provides with information and resources to help you understand your symptoms, explore treatment options, and connect with others who understand.
What is the Menopause?
- Menopause is the natural end of a woman’s reproductive years
- This is marked by permanent stopping of menstrual periods due to a decline in hormones from the ovaries
- This typically occurs between the ages 45 – 55, although this can happen earlier due to factors such premature ovarian insufficiency (POI), surgery or cancer treatment.
- Perimenopause is the time leading up to the menopause
- During perimenopause you will start to experience irregular periods, as well as a range of symptoms including hot flushes, sleep disturbance and mood swings.
- A woman is considered to have reached menopause after 12 consecutive months without a period
How we can support you through your menopause…
- Diagnose perimenopause: Confirm you are perimenopausal based on symptoms often without a blood test if you are over 45
- Help with symptom management: Discuss specific symptoms and potential self-help strategies
- Provide appropriate treatments including Hormonal Replacement Therapy (HRT)
- Provide referrals if required to specialist support and advanced treatment options
- Develop personalised care plans tailored to your needs
- Mental health support: Discuss mental health symptoms and refer to talking therapies including CBT
- Support your lifestyle and wellbeing: Advise on lifestyle changes that help with the symptoms of sleep disturbance, mood swings and low energy