What are the physical changes during menopause?
Hot flashes signify the beginning of the perimenopausal period. This can occur one to five years before the cessation of the menstrual period. This is characterized by feeling hot along with perspiring profusely. The woman may also experience increase in the intensity of PMS symptoms. Night sweats and sleeplessness may also occur. What are the expected emotional changes? Due to the hormonal changes that occur during menopause and the uncomfortable changes in her body, the woman may feel irritable during her menopause. She may also experience depression due to the physical changes in her body. Her self-esteem may be affected because of the changes in her looks. These emotional changes may be aggravated by factors involving the people around her and her surroundings. How can a woman deal with menopause? How can the other members of her family help? Some of the changes that occur during menopause may require the treatment using medications. Hormone replacement therapy can help relieve the
