The arrival of Menopause Symptoms can significantly affect your quality of life and be a confusing and negative new experience.
Many women contact us at the Australian Menopause Centre to understand more about what are some of the common menopause symptoms that they may experience with the arrival of menopause?
Hot flushes and irregular periods are two of the most common menopause signs that women will experience. Others such as night sweats, low libido and vaginal dryness are also very common among women going through menopause, and you can learn more about their prevalence, guides on how to seek support and the options available for menopause treatments prescribed by the experienced professionals at the Australian Menopause Centre through the links on this page. The treatments options through the Australian Menopause Centre can relieve your menopause symptoms and allow you to carry on with your daily routine.
Menopause Signs Facts
- All woman will experience the symptoms or other physical changes related to menopause
- The average age of menopause occurs at 51 years, but it can happen earlier
- Hormonal changes are what causes menopausal symptoms
- Symptoms can often last from 5 to 10 years
These symptoms can negatively impact a women’s ability to go about her daily routine. Which is why the practice of self-care is necessary, in particular, for women as they age.
Self-care is the practice of actions that preserve or improve one’s own health. This relates to our mental, emotional, and physical health. Women are often known to take care of others before themselves which is why when arrives, women are unprepared to give themselves proper self-care. More severe symptoms like insomnia and depression require particular attention and cannot be ignored.
Differences Between One Woman To Another
It is important to remember that no two women are the same and that they will experience different menopause symptoms during the stages of menopause.
Menopause symptoms are caused by a hormonal imbalance during the ages of 40 and 50. No two women are the same, and they will experience menopause symptoms during the stages of menopause at different times and with different intensity.
The 30 menopause symptoms listed below are some of the more frequently occurring symptoms that a menopausal woman may feel at one point or another when they begin experiencing menopause. If you are beginning to experience any of the symptoms listed below, contact the Australian Menopause Centre for a free no-obligation phone consultation with one of our experienced doctors to discuss further your current condition and options for you to proceed move forward.
Signs and Symptoms of Menopause
Allergies
Although a more obscure menopausal symptom, occurrences or exacerbations of allergies during menopause can occur. However it is not entirely known what the direct link […]
Anxiety
What do we mean when we say, ‘menopause anxiety’? This term refers to the increased tendency for women experiencing menopause, peri-menopause or post-menopause to suffer […]
Bloating
What does the term ‘menopause bloating’ refer to? When we speak about menopause bloating, we’re referring to the very common (and uncomfortable!) symptom of bloating […]
Breast Pain & Tenderness
Breast pain during menopause refers to the discomfort and pain which women may experience throughout the different menopausal stages. Peri-menopause—the stage preceding menopause, in which […]
Burning Tongue
What does the term ‘burning tongue’ refer to? Burning tongue menopause refers to a very, very painful symptom characterised by a burning sensation in your […]
Depression
Depression and menopause have a variety of common symptoms, which can make differentiating between them challenging. But ‘menopause depression’, refers to the common and very […]
Digestive Problems
Our digestive system is integral to the body and contributes to our overall health. By having a healthy digestive system, we can be assured that […]
Dizziness
Though not as common as other menopause symptoms, occurrences of dizziness can affect some women during menopause. At this point, researcher are not completely certain […]
Fatigue
The Arrival of Menopause Fatigue can be Persistent and Severe, Significantly Affecting your Quality of Life Hormone levels can rise and fall in variable ways […]
Hair Loss
Overview Menopause is a time in a woman’s life where many changes occur. These changes are mainly hormonal and can, in turn, influence our physical […]
Heart Palpitations
Skipped Heartbeats or a Racing Heart are Often Common Symptoms of Perimenopause or Menopause. These heart palpitations symptoms will often only last a few seconds […]
Hormonal Headaches
Overview There is a strong link between migraines and the female sexual hormones – oestrogen and progesterone. Both perimenopause and menopause result from a change in hormone […]
Hot Flushes (or Hot Flashes)
Overview During menopause the majority of women will experience both emotional and physical symptoms. The most common symptom that women complain about are hot flushes […]
Incontinence
Decreased levels of Oestrogen during menopause can cause a thinning of the urethra lining leading to menopause incontinence. Pelvic muscles may weaken with aging, specifically […]
Irregular Periods
Perimenopause, the time immediately preceding menopause, is a period of transition during which women can experience symptoms related to hormonal changes such as irregular periods. […]
Irritability
Irritability is a symptom affecting more than half of women in peri – menopause and menopause. Changes in hormone levels are believed to be the […]
Itchy Skin
Overview Hormonal changes in menopause not only can result in hot flushes and night sweats but also can be attributed to problems concerning skin. It is […]
Joint Pain
Menopause and Peri menopause can bring with it joint pain. The changes in hormonal levels which occur during the onset and duration of menopause can […]
Lack of Concentration
Fuzzy thinking or general lack of concentration can be a common symptom of menopause and also in perimenopause. The difficulty of being able to think […]
Low Libido
For many women, menopause can affect their libido, or sex drive, sometimes with an increase in libido, but more often, a decrease. During the onset […]
Memory Loss
For many women going through menopause, memory loss can be the most concerning symptom. They can lead women to believe their minds are receding into […]
Mood Swings
Overview A woman is defined as having entered the menopause stage when they have not had a period for 12 months (1). During the period […]
Muscle Tension
As women approach menopause, many will notice the onset of muscle tension. This is a common menopausal symptom that is a normal part of getting […]
Night Sweats
Overview Night sweats are one of the most common symptoms of menopause, leaving women with disturbed sleep and resulting in exhaustion during the day as […]
Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis is perhaps the most serious symptom of menopause because it can lead to severe health problems such as chronic back pain and broken bones. […]
Panic Disorder
Panic disorder during menopause can become a very debilitating symptom for many women. Sometimes, for apparently no reason at all, a woman’s heart speeds, her […]
Sleep Disorders
Studies show that lack of sleep leads to decreased function in the daytime, including lack of concentration, irritability, and a weaker immune system. For women […]
Tingling Extremities
While not a common symptom of menopause and postmenopause, tingling extremities is an unsettling and unexpected symptom some women experience. This tingling can affect any […]
Fluctuation In Hormone Levels
As you approach menopause, the production of oestrogen and progesterone lessens causing hormone levels to fluctuate causing changes to your menstrual cycle. These changes can result in;
- Cycles becoming longer, shorter or irregular
- Lighter bleeding
- Unpredictable and heavy bleeding
Your ovaries will eventually stop releasing eggs causing your menstruation cycle to stop. It is important to note that contraception to prevent pregnancy should still be maintained until a full year without a natural period when over 50, or for two years for those still under 50.
Long-Term Health Risks
The decrease in female hormones after menopause can often lead to the thinning of bones known as osteoporosis. This can mean an increased risk of fractures or breakage. There can also be an increase in the risk of heart disease, high blood pressure or stroke.
How We Help Relieve Menopause Symptoms
We have developed a five-step menopause treatment program that has treated thousands of women with a more natural treatment plan to improve the quality of their life during their menopausal period. These steps include;
- Step 1: A free no-obligation phone consultation with one of our experienced doctors to discuss your symptoms and to answer any questions that you may have
- Step 2: The creation of an individually tailored treatment plan specifically designed to restore balance in your body
- Step 3: Sending all required treatments anywhere in Australia, providing convenience so you don't have to travel for treatments and you can start immediately
- Step 4: An extensive follow-up program to see how you are tracking with your new program
- Step 5: Further check-ups and making any adjustments as required
Managing Menopause Symptoms
The Australian Menopause Clinic’s five-step menopause treatment program has treated thousands of women with a more natural therapy to improve their quality of life during menopause.
The effects of menopause can be reduced by a healthy diet, regular exercise, good mental health, and reduced stress levels. It is essential that you get a good quality night’s sleep, and to quit smoking if you still are.
During menopause a wide variety of foods, including plenty of fresh vegetables, fruits, cereals, whole grains and an increase in fluids can help to keep your body feeling better. You should also steer clear of dairy and decrease your caffeine and alcohol intake.
Regular exercise of at least 30–45 minutes on most days of the week will help maintain your heart and general health while keeping your bones healthy. It can also contribute to relaxation and overall well being.
Talk With An Experienced Menopause Doctor
If menopause symptoms are beginning to affect your quality of life, help is not far away. Contact our experienced team here at the Australian Menopause Centre, and they will take the time to discuss your symptoms and feelings, and help you with providing the best options for getting you back to feeling fabulous once again.
Our experienced and knowledgeable team will review your medical history and prescribe a treatment program tailored to you that has been proven to help relieve symptoms in women suffering from menopause. You do not have to suffer alone and arming yourself with the right information and treatments is the best way to find peace of mind as well as relief.
Call us today on 1300 883 405 and let one of our experienced general doctors help start you on a new path. We’ve helped over thousands of Australian women relieve their menopause symptoms, and we look forward to helping you with yours too.
