Sooner or later in the life of every woman comes menopause. The symptoms of menopause in women after 45 years are diverse, they all cause a lot of inconvenience. However, there are various drugs that significantly alleviate the condition.
Why women's "autumn" is coming
The nature of the female body is such that when a certain age is reached, the reproductive system undergoes changes: the level of female hormones decreases, menstruation comes less and less, the functionality of the ovaries fades. Since all organs in the body are interconnected, menopause also affects their work (take, for example, the cardiovascular, endocrine, nervous systems). Changes also occur in the musculoskeletal system - the bone tissue becomes significantly thinner, the risk of fractures increases. Many people are interested in the question: "At what age should menopause be expected?" As a rule, the functionality of the ovaries fades around 45 years. But cases of both early menopause (36-40 years old) and rather late ones (after 52 years old) are not uncommon.
Factors that affectmenopause
First of all, it is worth noting that the time of menopause (more precisely, its onset) is not affected by factors such as age at the first menstruation, the number of children, sexual activity. However, there are a number of points, the presence of which can accelerate the process of the onset of the female "autumn". The hereditary factor has a very significant influence. If a mother or grandmother has menopause ahead of schedule, then, most likely, her daughter will also face a similar situation. Accelerate menopause (at 40 years old or earlier) can be poor social conditions, the presence of certain diseases. Untreated genital tract infections increase the chances of menopause. The psychological factor is also important. Constant stress can take away a few years of female youth.
Early onset of menopause. Causes and consequences
If menopause symptoms appear in women after 45 years, then this is considered a physiological norm. However, menopause can occur before the age of 40. This situation is the reason for the immediate appeal to a specialist. The following causes of early menopause are possible: X-chromosome defect, Shereshevsky-Turner syndrome, other genetic disorders. Often, problems with the thyroid gland, excess weight, chemotherapy, and exhaustion of the body affect the extinction of the functionality of the ovaries. This situation is quite dangerous for he alth. A woman after menopause, which came at an early age, runs the risk of acquiring hormonal diseases, metabolic disorders. The risk of developing cancer is also high. Well,of course, rapid skin aging, the appearance of age spots, weight gain cannot be avoided.
Stages of menopause
The period during which the functionality of the ovaries gradually fades away (up to their complete cessation) is called premenopause. It can last several years (up to 10). As a rule, at this time, menstrual bleeding can be both heavy and rather scarce. In addition, the irregularity of the cycle is characteristic. Due to fluctuations in estrogen levels, discomfort in the chest is possible. After a year has passed since the last menstruation, we can talk about the onset of menopause. The next stage is postmenopause (until the end of life). During this period, the production of sex hormones stops completely, the skin and mammary glands change.
The main symptoms of menopause in women after 45 years. Hot flashes, sweating
Almost every woman experiences hot flashes during menopause. So called a sudden sensation of heat in the chest, head. This also results in increased sweating. The tide lasts up to 1 minute. This is the most common symptom that characterizes menopause. Reviews of women say that with hot flashes, weakness occurs, thoughts slow down, consciousness seems to be clouded. The frequency of such manifestations is individual. In some women, hot flashes are observed quite rarely, while others suffer more - they have up to 60 times a day. This symptom can also affect sleep. As a result, in the morning the woman looks tired, not rested, she is irritated. The tides have a negative effect and do notcardiovascular system. The cause of this symptom is the reaction of the pituitary gland to a decrease in the amount of estrogen. The production of luteinizing hormone increases, which causes a sharp increase in body temperature. Almost always, hot flashes are accompanied by excessive sweating. Moreover, it can reach such proportions that you simply need to change clothes. Beads of sweat just run down your face. At night, this state may not stop, but only intensify.
Headache, lack of air as symptoms of menopause
Along with hot flashes, there are also such symptoms of menopause in women after 45 years as headaches. These unpleasant phenomena have an explanation. So, a headache can be a consequence of both tension in the muscles of the neck, head, and the result of an unstable psychological and emotional state. There are also sharp attacks (it hurts in the temples, forehead). They are similar to migraine symptoms. Often headaches are provoked by certain medications. Many women complain of dizziness, lack of air. Sometimes this condition is accompanied by ringing in the ears, nausea and even vomiting.
Surges in blood pressure, muscle spasms
The period of menopause is often accompanied by an increase in blood pressure. At the same time, the head begins to hurt, the heart rhythm is disturbed, tachycardia appears. If the pressure exceeds 200 mm Hg. st., you should immediately seek help. Ignoring the problem can result in a hypertensive crisis and even a heart attack.myocardium. Another symptom of menopause is numbness of the limbs, fingers, muscle and joint pain. Against the background of hormonal changes, diseases such as osteoporosis, osteoarthritis can develop. Muscle tone weakens, ligaments lose their elasticity. These factors provoke the development of pain in the back. Many women say that during menopause they constantly feel like they have a lump in their throat. This symptom is especially annoying at night. However, these feelings go away on their own within a year. It would not be superfluous to contact an endocrinologist to rule out problems with the thyroid gland.
How menopause affects the emotional state of a woman
Many people note the fact that excessive anxiety appears during menopause. Mood jumps, memory deteriorates, it is difficult to concentrate. In addition to all this, significant changes occur in the body. All this can not only worsen the mental state, but also provoke the development of depression. It seems to a woman that she is losing her former attractiveness, she is haunted by thoughts of serious illnesses. Insomnia, hot flashes, pain have an extremely negative effect on the body. However, you need to know that modern medicine offers various remedies for menopause. They not only relieve symptoms, but also allow you to return to your normal life.
Herbal preparations for menopause
Medications based on herbal extracts help with the symptoms of menopause. They contain substances that are similarfemale sex hormones (phytoestrogens). Such substances to some extent take on the functions of estrogen. Experts recommend such herbs for menopause: hawthorn, sage, mountain ash, clover. They prepare decoctions and all kinds of tinctures. Sage helps with increased secretion of sweat glands. In addition, this plant strengthens the nervous system. Dry grass is steamed with boiling water and drunk like regular tea. The duration of the course is two weeks, then you should take a break. Another remedy for profuse sweating is an infusion of hyssop. Judging by the reviews, hawthorn will help to cope with hot flashes and high blood pressure. It is taken both in the form of a tincture and a healing tea is prepared. It also includes other herbs (for menopause, collections from some plants are effective): motherwort, chamomile, cudweed. To strengthen sleep, it is recommended to drink a drink from thyme, lemon balm. In pharmacies, you can also purchase special homeopathic preparations that contain extracts from medicinal plants. One of these means is Inoklim. It is based on soy extract. The drug helps to cope with both hot flashes and emotional instability.
The drug "Remens": the effect on the woman's body
With menstrual disorders, some diseases of the reproductive system and during menopause, experts often prescribe Remens. This drug can be in the form of drops, and in tablet form. The main components are racemose cimicifuga, sanguinaria, pilocarpus. Also included insnake venom enters, a secret from the cuttlefish gland. The drug "Remens" (the price of drops is about 650 rubles) has a complex effect. It stabilizes the emotional state, helps to reduce hot flashes, reduces the manifestations of hyperhidrosis. In addition, after taking, metabolic processes improve, there is no increase in fat mass. Another positive property of the drug is the restoration of microcirculation in the pelvic organs. Tablets "Remens" (their price is not so high - from 200 rubles) also have an anti-inflammatory effect on ovarian tissue. The duration of such therapy with menopause is about six months. As a rule, the drug is well tolerated and has no particular contraindications. The only caveat is individual sensitivity to its components.
Hormone Therapy
To date, a special technique has been developed that allows a woman to endure menopause much easier. The so-called hormone replacement therapy can protect against cardiovascular diseases, reduce irritability, nervousness, and improve sleep. Hormones contribute to the preservation of bone tissue, the number of fractures with such therapy is significantly reduced. Another undoubted advantage is the preservation of the youthfulness of the skin, the improvement of the condition of the mucous membranes. Hormones during menopause ("Klimara", "Divina", "Klimen") can continue for some time and menstruation. In America and Europe, such treatment is more common than ours. Modern drugs have a reduced content of sex hormones(can be low-dose and micro-dose), they practically do not contribute to weight gain. However, this therapy also has contraindications. These include diabetes mellitus, the presence of malignant neoplasms, diseases of the liver, kidneys, endometriosis. What are the side effects of hormones? With menopause, women already suffer from unpleasant phenomena. The therapy is designed to eliminate the symptoms, but, according to experts, hormonal drugs can sometimes not only not have the proper effect, but also aggravate the situation: cause headaches, swelling, and provoke problems with the digestive tract. Therefore, the choice of one or another drug must be approached with all responsibility. And of course, purchase the product only after consulting with a specialist.
How to alleviate the symptoms of menopause. Advice from a female doctor
First of all, you should remember that menopause is an inevitable state, so it is best to know in advance those points that will help alleviate the condition. Experts recommend revising your menu. It will not be superfluous to limit the consumption of spicy, s alty foods, to minimize the amount of coffee and alcohol drunk. It is necessary to pay attention to foods rich in calcium, magnesium. These trace elements are found in dairy products, fish, spinach. Herbal infusions can also significantly affect well-being. Women are recommended feasible physical activity, fitness classes. They are not only able to cheer up, but also help to maintain the sameform and avoid excess body fat. It is known that during menopause, the risk of developing various diseases increases, so visits to specialists should be regular. Particular attention should be paid to the pelvic organs and mammary glands. A good mood, he althy sleep are the main factors that ensure a harmonious life for a woman in such a difficult period. If you can’t cope with the approaching depression on your own, you need to ask the doctor to choose drugs that have calming properties.
