Menopause refers to the completion or end of menstrual cycles in women. It can happen when a woman reaches the age of 40 or 50. It is a natural process. But in some cases, menstrual cycles can also stop by any injury or through surgeries. If a woman does not have her menstrual period for almost a year, then it is said to be menopause for her.

Symptoms of menopause

The symptoms of menopause may differ from one woman to another depending on their body type. But some common symptoms may include:

⦁ Heavier or lighter periods

⦁ If you are experiencing heavier or lighter periods than that of your normal menstrual cycles, it is a sign that you may have begun menopause.

⦁ Vasomotor symptoms

Vasomotor symptoms include:

–Flushing

-Hot flashes

-Night sweats

-Weight Gain : Some women may gain weight when they develop menopause in them. They may not be aware of it but can get it checked and diagnosed by their gynecologist.

-Insomnia and Depression: Insomnia and depression may interrelate with each other. A woman having menopause can develop depression stages and that can in turn lead to sleepless nights for her.

-Skin dryness: Skin dryness or dryness in the mouth or eyes can also be experienced during menopause by women.

-Urinary tract infections: A woman going through menopause can develop urinary tract infections (UTIs).In this, a woman suffers from frequent urination.

-Increased hair growth: A woman may also develop hair growth on some parts of her body during her menopause. Hair growth on the face, neck and upper back is a common issue during menopause.

When to consult a gynecologist for menopause?

The are some situations when you should consult a gynecologist for your menopause symptoms:

-You shall consult if you are experiencing disabling or disturbing menopause symptoms.

-If you are 45 years old or younger and started experiencing menopause symptoms.

If you come across a woman who is going through this phase or you are the one who is going through it, you can reach out to Dr. Shweta wazir who will assist you to diagnose your problem and have a better understanding of it.