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Menopause medication

Menopausal hormone therapy (MHT) is medication to treat troublesome symptoms of menopause. Find out about types of MHT and their risks.

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Menopause

Find out about menopause, common symptoms, diagnosis, complications, treatment and support.

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Post menopause

Some health conditions and problems are more common after menopause, including osteoporosisand cardiovascular disease.

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How to combat menopausal brain fog

Forgetting more than usual, female and close to age 51? You may be going through menopause. Learn how to deal with brain fog.

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Bleeding after menopause

Bleeding after menopause is usually nothing to worry about, but you should always have it checked out by a doctor. Learn about possible causes and what to do next.

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Early menopause

Menopause that happens earlier than the expected age of around 50 years is called premature or early menopause.

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Hormone replacement therapy (HRT)

Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is the name for a number of hormone therapies that can be used to treat the symptoms of menopause.

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Vaginal dryness

Although it can affect any woman, vaginal dryness is most common in women who have experienced menopause.

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Oestrogen

Oestrogen is a female sex hormone with many roles, including controlling puberty and strengthening bones. But too much or too little can cause medical problems.

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Perimenopause

Perimenopause takes place as your ovaries gradually stop working over a period of years, producing fewer eggs and releasing less of the hormones than usual. Learn more about the treatment options available to manage symptoms of perimenopause.

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