The climacteric is the period of transition in which the woman goes from the reproductive phase to the non-reproductive phase. This change occurs due to a decrease in the hormones produced by the ovaries leading to the end of the woman's reproductive phase and occurs around the age of 50.
Early climacteric occurs when these symptoms appear around the age of 40 and 45 years.
Climacteric Symptoms
- sudden heat waves
- lack of sexual desire
- irregular menstruation, wake up often at night
- insomnia, sweating, tingling, irritability
- tiredness, anxiety, easy crying, dizziness, palpitations
- forgetfulness, sadness, headache, lack of concentration
- vaginal dryness, pain in intercourse
- urinary tract infection, joint pain
- stress urinary incontinence
- muscle pain, osteoporosis, tooth loss
- cardiovascular diseases
These symptoms begin before the last menstruation and can last up to 3 years after this occurrence.
For the diagnosis of climacteric it is necessary to observe the signs and symptoms that the woman presents and can be carried out the hormonal dosage to confirm it.
Treatment for climacteric
The treatment for climacteric can be done with hormone replacement, but it is only indicated if the typical symptoms of this phase greatly discomfort the woman or her family. A great form of natural treatment for climacteric is to adopt a diet rich in soy and poor in fats and to start some type of physical activity because it will release endorphins promoting well being and will decrease the risk of cardiovascular and bone diseases.
