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Posted on September 19, 2008 by Trevor Price | Posted under Health and Fitness
Addressing the First Indicators of Menopause
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You don't need a doctor or expensive estrogen treatments to deal with many of the early signs of menopause. In fact, you can handle most of them yourself. For help identifying several of the stages and symptoms of menopause along with advice on how to cope with them, keep reading. Discomfort with Hot Flashes Hot flashes are the most commonly reported symptom of menopause, and they affect approximately 80% of menopausal women. They're often caused by stress, hot environments or even diet. To combat hot flashes, always carry a small fan or even some wet naps with you in your purse. You may also want to invest in sweat wicking undergarments and work on exercising more, which can improve circulation and help control hot flashes. Decreased Memory If you're having trouble focusing or remembering just exactly what it is you're doing at the grocery store, don't worry - it's a common symptom of menopause. Fight this problem by carrying a small notepad with you so you can jot down helpful reminders or list and place them in visible places. Alternatively, try punching in reminders and details into your portable device. That is, of course, if you can remember where you left it. Hair Growth Many menopausal women experience hair growth in unlikely places. To avoid looking in the rear view mirror and spotting a massive chin hair that you can't do anything about it, carry a pair of tweezers with you in case of emergency. Night Sweats Night sweats are a common sign of menopause. To avoid them, keep your bedroom cool and try relaxing in a warm bubble bath just before bed. Your body will switch from warm to cold, and this can also help induce sleep. Another great way to combat night sweats is to invest in a quality pair of sweat-wicking pajamas. Joint and Bone Pains Bone and joint stiffness or pain is a common occurrence in menopausal or post-menopausal women. To protect your bones and your joints, watch your calcium intake and always carry a few calcium candies with you in your purse. Dry and Irritated Eyes One of the most common first signs of menopause is dry or irritated eyes - a problem brought on by hormone fluctuations. To combat this problem, invest in over-the-counter and preservative free artificial tears. About The Author: For great information on recognizing disease symptoms, please visit diseasesymptomtips.com, a popular site to assist you in spotting early warning signs of diseases, such as Alzheimer's symptoms, types of arthritis, and many more! |
Tags: FIRST SIGNS OF MENOPAUSE, HOT FLASHES, HORMONE TREATMENTS, ABNORMAL HAIR GROWTH, NIGHT SWEATS, ESTROGEN
