In life, the vast majority of women between the ages of 45 and 55 will enter menopause, with irritability and mood swings being common symptoms during this phase.We all know that menopause can have significant adverse effects, so delaying its onset is our primary goal. Below, we'll explore key facts about female menopause!
Physiological Symptoms
Early symptoms include amenorrhea, irregular menstruation, atrophic vaginitis, hot flashes with sweating, and elevated blood pressure;
Frequent Urination and Urgency
Vaginal and vulvar atrophy, dryness, dyspareunia, vulvar itching, bladder and urethral symptoms like frequent urination, urgency, incontinence, pelvic floor relaxation, uterine and vaginal prolapse, along with dry skin, hair, and mucous membranes losing elasticity; cardiovascular issues such as angina, coronary heart disease, increased fracture risk, lower back pain, breast sagging and drooping.
Mental tension
Neurological symptoms: Fatigue, headaches, dizziness, irritability, anxiety, depression, insomnia, difficulty concentrating or emotional detachment, tension or restlessness, mood swings.
Excessive Sensitivity
Forcibly linking unpleasant events in one's surroundings to oneself, jumping to conclusions. Hearing that peers have cancer immediately triggers thoughts of facing the same fate.
Excessive Worrying
At home, when children return late from school, one worries about possible accidents on the way; when someone of the same sex calls home or a spouse returns late, one suspects the presence of a third party.
Hypertension (Blood Pressure Issues)
Elevated blood pressure is a common symptom of menopause in women. Typically, blood pressure fluctuates significantly throughout the day, often dropping to normal levels during sleep. This is frequently accompanied by hot flashes and excessive sweating, with no changes observed in fundus or electrocardiogram examinations.In contrast, hypertension involves persistently elevated blood pressure, with both systolic and diastolic readings exceeding normal levels. It is often accompanied by symptoms like dizziness and palpitations, and can cause varying degrees of damage to organs such as the heart, brain, and kidneys.
Coronary Heart Disease
During menopause, autonomic nervous system dysfunction can disrupt vascular regulation, leading to persistent dull pain in the precordial region that does not respond to sublingual nitroglycerin.In contrast, angina pectoris from coronary heart disease manifests as crushing or suffocating pain in the lower sternum or precordial region, radiating to the left arm. It is relieved by sublingual nitroglycerin and is often triggered by emotional or physical exertion.
Weight gain
Fat accumulation typically occurs in the abdomen, buttocks, breasts, under the neck, and upper limbs. Some patients experience joint pain and osteoporosis, primarily affecting the spine, often leading to lower back pain.
Between ages 45-55, some women may experience menopausal symptoms like hot flashes, excessive sweating, and physical discomfort. However, certain symptoms may indicate other organic diseases and require careful differentiation to avoid delayed treatment.
Esophageal Cancer
Women in menopause often feel a foreign body sensation in the throat—something stuck that cannot be swallowed or expelled—though swallowing remains unaffected and all tests appear normal. Dysphagia in esophageal cancer develops progressively, accompanied by weight loss. Pathological changes can be detected via barium esophagram or esophageal snare biopsy.
Cervical Cancer and Uterine Fibroids
Menopausal syndrome in women often occurs during the premenopausal phase, when menstrual irregularities become common. This period also coincides with the peak incidence age for cervical cancer and uterine fibroids. Therefore, regular gynecological examinations are essential, including cervical smear biopsies and endometrial biopsies when necessary. Individuals experiencing menstrual abnormalities should seek prompt medical evaluation for a definitive diagnosis.