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Menopausal symptoms in older women and the effects of treatment with hormone therapy.

Author: BarnabeiVanessa M, CauleyJane A, GradyDeborah, LinFeng, PickarJames H, StefanickMarcia L, StovallDale W, StuenkelCynthia A

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Overview

Symptoms associated with menopause are common in elderly women. Postmenopausal hormone therapy reduces hot flashes, trouble sleeping, and vaginal dryness, but at standard doses in elderly women is associated with vaginal discharge, genital irritation, uterine bleeding, and breast symptoms.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
OBJECTIVE: In some women, hot flashes and other symptoms attributed to menopause persist for many years after the cessation of menses. The frequency and severity of such symptoms and response to hormone therapy in older women have not been well documented. METHODS: We used data from the Heart and E...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://doi.org/10.1016/s0029-7844(02)02369-4

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Menopausal Symptoms in Older Women: Impact and Treatment

Menopausal symptoms can persist for years after the cessation of menses in some women. This study examines the frequency and severity of menopausal symptoms and the effectiveness of hormone therapy in older women. The researchers analyzed data from the Heart and Estrogen/Progestin Replacement Study, a large clinical trial involving women with coronary disease.

The study found that menopausal symptoms were common among older women, even those who had been postmenopausal for many years. Hormone therapy was effective in reducing hot flashes, vaginal dryness, and trouble sleeping but was also associated with increased vaginal discharge, genital irritation, uterine bleeding, and breast symptoms.

Menopause: Navigating the Shifting Sands of Health

This study sheds light on the prevalence and impact of menopausal symptoms in older women. While hormone therapy can provide relief from some symptoms, it's important to weigh the potential benefits against the risks. This information can help women and their healthcare providers make informed decisions about treatment options.

Dr. Camel's Conclusion

This study reminds us that the desert of aging can present its own unique challenges. Menopausal symptoms can persist for many years, and hormone therapy can provide relief but also comes with potential side effects. It's crucial for women and their healthcare providers to discuss these factors openly and make informed decisions about the best course of treatment.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2003-01-10
  2. Date Revised 2021-01-21
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

12468165

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

10.1016/s0029-7844(02)02369-4

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