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Menopause

Find out when menopause is likely to start, common symptoms and how to relieve them, as well as possible long-term effects.

Early menopause

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

Post menopause

Trusted information about post menopause including the affects of osteoporosis on menopause and heart disease after menopause can be found on this page.

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.

Menopause treatments

Trusted information about menopause treatments can be found on this page.

Menopause symptoms

Trusted information about menopause symptom can be found on this page.

Menopause medication

Trusted information about menopause medication, including Tibolone (Livial), antidepressants and hormone replacement therapy (HRT), other treatment options and what to ask your doctor.

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, especially hot flushes and night sweats.

Male menopause

Trusted information about male menopause from leading Australian health organisations, including links to content on testosterone deficiency.

Oestrogen

Oestrogen is a female sex hormone with many roles, from controlling puberty to strengthening bones. Having too much or too little can cause medical problems.