What is the Difference Between Menopause and Postmenopause?

Written by Theodore Shackleford - January 20, 2023

Menopause and postmenopause are two distinct life stages for women. Menopause marks the end of a woman's reproductive years, while postmenopause follows menopause, when any lingering symptoms have subsided and hormone production has leveled out.

Menopause occurs naturally when a woman has not had a menstrual cycle for 12 months in a row. This can happen at any age between 40-60 years old, but it typically occurs around age 50. During this time, estrogen levels decline in the body, resulting in physical and emotional side effects such as hot flashes, night sweats, insomnia and mood changes. Doctors will usually diagnose menopause after 12 months have gone by without menstruation.

Postmenopause typically follows menopause, once any lingering symptoms have dissipated and hormone production has returned to normal levels. When in postmenopause, women often experience an increased risk of certain medical conditions due to changing hormonal levels in addition to aging. These include heart disease, osteomylitis (weakening of bones) and incontinence.

There are several treatments available to help ease the transition into postmenopulse:

• Hormone replacement therapy (HRT). HRT is used to supplement declining estrogen levels during menopuase which helps reduce some of its common symptoms such as hot flashes or night sweats.
• *Non-hormonal medications such as SSRIs or SNRIs can be used to help with depression or anxiety that may come with postmenopausal transition. Exercise regimens can also be helpful for women during their transition into postmenopausal stages of life.

At Testosterone treatment Clinic , we understand the unique needs of women transitioning through menopuse and into postmeneopausal stages of life. Our experienced clinicians provide compassionate care tailored to each individual’s needs; whether it is hormone replacement therapy or other treatments options such as medication management or lifestyle modification strategies – we provide you with everything you need for your journey through menapouse & beyond!

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