Sexuality in Menopause

Contraception during menopause How long should I use contraception during menopause? As a rule of thumb, you should continue to use contraception for one to two years after your last menstrual period. This means that contraception is no longer an issue in postmenopause at the earliest. It is best to talk to your gynecologist. Incidentally, … Sexuality in Menopause

Hair loss during menopause

Hair loss during menopause: Causes Suddenly severe hair loss? For women in and after menopause, thin hair is more the rule than the exception. Depending on the study, slightly more than half of women over the age of 50 are affected by hair loss, and from the age of 60 it is even up to … Hair loss during menopause

Hot Flashes: Causes in Women and Men

Brief overview Description: Partly severe heat episodes due to dilating blood vessels and increased blood flow, common during menopause, often accompanied by pressure in the head, discomfort, palpitations, sweating. Causes: In women, often during menopause, less often in men due to declining testosterone levels; diabetes, hyperthyroidism, allergies or tumors; medications; certain foods/drinks (strong spices, hot … Hot Flashes: Causes in Women and Men

Menopause: Symptoms

Menopause: These symptoms are typical Cycle disorders Impairments of the menstrual cycle due to hormonal changes often become apparent long before the last menstrual period (menopause). Symptoms are irregular, conspicuously heavy or prolonged bleeding as well as bleeding between periods. Headaches & Co. Hot flashes and sweating In up to two-thirds of all women, hot … Menopause: Symptoms