If you are affected by perimenopause symptoms, the information in this article will give you an overview of treatment options and relieve any anxiety you may feel about getting diagnosed.
Blood pressure medicines
As the name implies blood pressure medicines help with the treatment of high blood pressure and may also help hot flashes.
Alternative therapies
Acupuncture, among other therapies, has shown promising results in the treatment of many of the symptoms of perimenopause with fewer to no side-effects. Other medical non-hormone therapies provide some relief but may have light to serious side effects. They are usually helpful in the temporary treatment of lighter symptoms.
Anti-depressants
Some classes of anti-depressants have been found to not only improve mood, concentration and memory, they have also proved effective in reducing hot flashes.
Treating Tiredness and Loss of Energy
According to research, 25% of all women suffer form clinically significant daytime sleepiness. In Get Rid Of Tiredness & Sleep Less, Peter Novak explains how to beat that tired feeling without the need for stimulants (coffeine etc. which in perimenopause increase hot flashes.)
Other treatments
Over the counter treatments exist which can work effectively on some perimenopause symptoms. Vaginal dryness for instance can be relieved with vaginal moisturizers or, if dryness is a problem specifically during intercourse, vaginal lubricants.
Finally, the big ones:Hormone treatments. As the medical profession has acquired more experience with these and women have become more wary, it is important to take risks associated with these treatments with caution. See also
Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)
Hormone therapy aims to compensate the body's insuffiencies in estrogens, progesterone and other hormones and it is successful in the treatment of vasomotor symptoms (e.g. hot flashes) and skeletal symptoms such as osteoporosis, joint pain and muscle pain.
Estrogen Replacement Therapy (ERT)
Estrogen-only replacement is preferred in some cases, such has women who have had a hysterectomy.
Risks associated with hormone therapies
All hormone replacement therapies carry some health risks. High blood pressure, blood clots and increased risks of breast and uterine cancers are only some of them. The decision to go on HRT or ERT must be considered carefully.
The treatment of menopause and perimenopause symptoms is a field of research which is evolving constantly. Only by staying informed can you make decisions that suit you and will improve your quality of life.
*Please DO NOT self-diagnose. If you think you are affected, discuss your symptoms with a qualified health professional.*
Blood pressure medicines
As the name implies blood pressure medicines help with the treatment of high blood pressure and may also help hot flashes.
Alternative therapies
Acupuncture, among other therapies, has shown promising results in the treatment of many of the symptoms of perimenopause with fewer to no side-effects. Other medical non-hormone therapies provide some relief but may have light to serious side effects. They are usually helpful in the temporary treatment of lighter symptoms.
Anti-depressants
Some classes of anti-depressants have been found to not only improve mood, concentration and memory, they have also proved effective in reducing hot flashes.
Treating Tiredness and Loss of Energy
According to research, 25% of all women suffer form clinically significant daytime sleepiness. In Get Rid Of Tiredness & Sleep Less, Peter Novak explains how to beat that tired feeling without the need for stimulants (coffeine etc. which in perimenopause increase hot flashes.)
Other treatments
Over the counter treatments exist which can work effectively on some perimenopause symptoms. Vaginal dryness for instance can be relieved with vaginal moisturizers or, if dryness is a problem specifically during intercourse, vaginal lubricants.
Finally, the big ones:Hormone treatments. As the medical profession has acquired more experience with these and women have become more wary, it is important to take risks associated with these treatments with caution. See also
Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)
Hormone therapy aims to compensate the body's insuffiencies in estrogens, progesterone and other hormones and it is successful in the treatment of vasomotor symptoms (e.g. hot flashes) and skeletal symptoms such as osteoporosis, joint pain and muscle pain.
Estrogen Replacement Therapy (ERT)
Estrogen-only replacement is preferred in some cases, such has women who have had a hysterectomy.
Risks associated with hormone therapies
All hormone replacement therapies carry some health risks. High blood pressure, blood clots and increased risks of breast and uterine cancers are only some of them. The decision to go on HRT or ERT must be considered carefully.
The treatment of menopause and perimenopause symptoms is a field of research which is evolving constantly. Only by staying informed can you make decisions that suit you and will improve your quality of life.
*Please DO NOT self-diagnose. If you think you are affected, discuss your symptoms with a qualified health professional.*
