Health Tip: When Menopause Begins
(HealthDay News) -- The onset of menopause signals more than just an end to a woman's menstrual cycle.
The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists lists these changes that commonly affect women during menopause:
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Irregular periods, heavy bleeding or periods that stop.
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Hot flashes.
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Night sweats and difficulty sleeping.
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Vaginal dryness and reduced bladder control.
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Thinning, weakening bones.
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Moodiness, diminished memory and reduced concentration.
Date Last Reviewed:
8/13/2009
Date Last Modified:
8/13/2009