Myths And Facts About Menopause

Myths And Facts About Menopause

Menopause is a biological process in a woman’s life that marks the end of the menstruation cycle.  When a woman attains menopause, she no longer has her monthly periods.  However, this change is accompanied by a number of physical and emotional changes as well.  Menopause naturally begins for a woman in the late 40s to early 50s; however, sometimes due to various reasons, menopause begins early in life.  Though it is a natural biological process, menopause can also be induced as a result of certain medications or surgeries.  However, a lot of myths and facts revolve around this and it is important for every woman to understand these.

Myths and facts about menopause:

Myth – Menopause cannot begin earlier than 40.

It is very well known that most women attain menopause in the late 40s, however, this is not entirely true.

Fact – There are certain instances where menopause can begin in the mid to late 30s due to medical reasons such as premature ovarian failure.

Myth – Menopausal women don’t need the use of contraception. It is obvious that with menopause there is no chance for a woman to conceive and there is no need for a woman to use contraception.

Fact – Even with menopause, the use of contraceptives is suggested until one year after the periods have ceased for women over 50 and two years for women below 50.

Myth – Periods stop instantly.

Some women believe that once in the menopausal age, the periods stop suddenly; however, that is not true.

Fact – It is a gradual process and there is a perimenopausal stage where women experience symptoms that are indicators marking the beginning of menopause.

Myth – Hot flushes are the only symptoms experienced during menopause

The most common belief is that only hot flushes are the symptoms that a woman experiences during menopause.
Fact – A woman experiences a plethora of symptoms such as insomnia, mood swings, weight change, severe headaches, vaginal discomfort, itchy skin, and many more.

Myth – There is no treatment for menopause symptoms.

As stated, most symptoms experienced by a woman in and around the menopause stage are distressing and a common understanding is that no treatment exists and a woman has to suffer through the symptoms.
Fact – There are various treatments available; however, yoga and meditation have been proven as effective and holistic ways to manage menopause symptoms.

Myth Reduction of sexual drive

One of the most common myths is that menopause causes a decrease in sex drive and can impact the relationship.
Fact – Menopause does not cause any changes in libido; however, if a woman experiences any changes, it is due to hormonal imbalance and can be addressed.

The menopause stage just indicates a change in the phase of life of a woman.  However, a woman can still prepare for new possibilities, new challenges in personal and professional life, maintain an active and healthy lifestyle, try out a sport, play a game, go on adventure, travel, and do much more without the fear of symptoms.  The preparedness to manage these symptoms can help a great deal.  Prameya Health caters to the needs of a woman through this phase of life.  We have structured programs designed by our experts to help manage these symptoms and empower women to make the change.

For further details, you can also write to Prameya at info@prameyahealth.com or directly talk to our team at 8041219145  

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