Menopause Symptoms And Treatment Methods

A woman’s life consists of different seasons, each harboring its own beauties and challenges. Menopause is one of the most important transition points between these seasons. Usually perceived as a “loss” or a “sign of aging,” this process is actually the body’s search for a new balance. With Prof. Dr. Fisun Vural’s clinical approach, we evaluate the menopause process not as a medical crisis, but as a period where the quality of life can be brought to its peak with correct management.

What is Menopause? How Does the Process Work?

Menopause refers to the permanent cessation of the menstrual cycle and is medically diagnosed when a woman has not had a period for 12 consecutive months. However, this is not an instantaneous event, but a change consisting of three main stages spread over years:

Perimenopause (Pre-Menopause): The stage where menstrual irregularities and first symptoms appear, usually starting in the mid-40s.

Menopause: The point where ovarian activities completely end and the 12-month period without menstruation is completed.

Postmenopause (After Menopause): The lifelong period where health risks that hormonal deficiency may create (osteoporosis, heart health) are managed.

Symptoms of Menopause: What is Your Body Telling You?

Hormonal changes differ in every woman. The most common symptoms that affect the comfort of life are:

Vasomotor Symptoms: Hot flashes, night sweats, and palpitations.

Psychological Changes: Mood swings, sleep disorders, and difficulty concentrating.

Physical Changes: Skin dryness, thinning hair, and metabolic slowing.

Urogenital Problems: Vaginal dryness, recurrent infections, and low libido.

Strategic Health Management During Menopause

The decrease in estrogen hormone means the weakening of the body’s general protective shield. It is possible to prevent future health risks with the right strategies applied during this period:

01. Bone Health and Osteoporosis

Estrogen loss reduces bone density. We minimize fracture risks with bone densitometry follow-up and Vitamin D/Calcium support.

02. Cardiovascular Health

In these stages where cardiovascular risks increase, cholesterol and blood pressure monitoring are vital.

03. Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)

Hormone therapy planned with personalized doses improves both quality of life and protects organ health.

04. Nutrition and Lifestyle

We support the process with Mediterranean-style nutrition, pelvic floor exercises (Kegel), and activities aimed at preserving muscle mass.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

01. At what age does menopause start?

The average age is between 47-49. Occurrence before age 40 is defined as 'Early Menopause' and requires a special treatment process.

02. Does hormone therapy (HRT) cause cancer?

In modern medicine, it has been observed that controlled HRT performed with the correct dose in the appropriate patient does not significantly increase the risk of breast cancer; on the contrary, it reduces the risk of bone fractures.

03. Are low libido and dryness inevitable in menopause?

Never. Comfort in sexual life can be maintained with local cream treatments, laser vaginal rejuvenation, and systemic support.

04. Is weight gain inevitable in menopause?

Although the metabolic rate slows down, weight control can be achieved with a personalized nutrition plan and exercises aimed at protecting muscle mass.

Why Prof. Dr. Fisun Vural?

Menopause is the period of wisdom in a woman's life where she matures not only physically but also spiritually. Prof. Dr. Fisun Vural is by your side so that you can face this process not with fear but with awareness, thanks to her academic knowledge and years of clinical experience. All processes, from bone density to hormone levels, are followed with a holistic perspective with comprehensive check-up programs implemented in our clinic. We are here for you to live at the peak of health and peace.

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Menopause Symptoms and Treatment Methods