Menopause/Climacterium
The transition period brings many changes in the body of women. The ovaries gradually reduce the production of hormones (estrogens and progesterone) until complete cessation.
The gradual shrinking function lasts for several years. The first changes in hormone levels usually occur between 45 and 50 years of life and show only subtle changes. Between 50 and 55 years begins menopause – definitive cessation of the menstrual cycle. Individual progression can vary considerably, and menopause can sometimes begin considerably sooner or later.
Although hormonal changes affect all women, individual experiences and associated problems can vary. Approximately one third do not perceive menopause at all, one-third have mild difficulties and only one-third of women experience changes that severely affect them (hot flushes, increased sweating, insomnia, nervousness, muscle aches, increased fatigue and depressive moods).
The transition period brings many changes in the body of women. The ovaries gradually reduce the production of hormones (estrogens and progesterone) until complete cessation.
The gradual shrinking function lasts for several years. The first changes in hormone levels usually occur between 45 and 50 years of life and show only subtle changes. Between 50 and 55 years begins menopause – definitive cessation of the menstrual cycle. Individual progression can vary considerably, and menopause can sometimes begin considerably sooner or later.
Although hormonal changes affect all women, individual experiences and associated problems can vary. Approximately one third do not perceive menopause at all, one-third have mild difficulties and only one-third of women experience changes that severely affect them (hot flushes, increased sweating, insomnia, nervousness, muscle aches, increased fatigue and depressive moods).
Unfortunately, whether the difficulties occur and for how long they last can’t be determined. There are a number of natural preparations that can help women overcome the menopausal years. However, even nowadays, if support supplements do not help, it is possible to utilize hormone replacement therapy during the menopausal period.
