Women make up 50% of the global population, and each one of us will experience menopause. Tragically, too many of us embark on this journey without a thorough or even adequate understanding of what our bodies are going through. Menopause signals the end of menstruation, but there's so much more to learn about this journey and its long-term health implications.
We often classify women as 'being in menopause.' However, menopause strictly refers to a stage when a woman has experienced 12 continuous months without a menstrual cycle. This minimalistic definition inadequately illustrates the multi-staged, years-long journey that serves as the end of a woman's fertility and the start of a new chapter in her life.
Here's a thought: menopause is the new puberty - it shows up when it wants to, typically anywhere between 45 and 55. Yet, it can also get a nudge from medical treatments or surgeries. The menopause journey is a triple-feature: perimenopause, menopause, and postmenopause, each starring unique symptoms and timelines.
You know, when most people talk about menopause, they're really hinting at this stage called perimenopause. It's that wild ride when estrogen and progesterone levels decide to play a hormonal rollercoaster. Typically, it sneaks up in the forties, but it can jump the gun or take its sweet time for some women.
As you traverse the journey of perimenopause, your ovaries are starting to slow their tempo. This triggers a ripple effect in your estrogen and progesterone levels, which in turn remodels your menstrual rhythm. It can manifest as irregular periods, more abundant or scanty flows, condensed or protracted cycles, or an occasional no-show. The unpredictable choreography of your body means that ovulation can be a hit-or-miss, and sometimes, it may even encore twice in a cycle.
Changes in your menstrual cycle might be the opening act of perimenopause, but hot flashes and mood swings are also headliners. The symptoms tend to perform in waves and often throw a bigger show before your periods when the estrogen levels take a dip. Just like a symphony of sensations, each woman's experience varies—adding a distinct composition to the perimenopausal concert.
When a woman hits the 12-month mark without a period, she's officially crossed the menopause finish line. If the menstruation race pauses for a few months and then restarts, it's back to the starting blocks on the countdown to menopause.
So, you've officially hit menopause and your periods are a thing of the past. Can you also wave goodbye to symptoms? You might assume things start to level out after 12 months of no bleeding, but sadly it's not always that straightforward. As with everything menopause-related, what comes next is entirely unique to you.
For some women, the body finds its balance amidst these hormonal ebbs, gradually reducing the symptoms until they are completely mitigated. However, for others, the symptoms might linger, often intensifying or even bringing along new ones. No matter the journey, remember, we're right by your side to help you manage your menopause better. At Laboratoires üma, we strive to make your transition smoother and your days brighter.
The postmenopause phase, with its own ups and downs, is a crucial stage that trails after menopause. Generally, most women experience a subsiding of symptoms in this phase. This time represents an opportunity to reclaim control, rediscover personal strength, and revitalize health and well-being.
Say goodbye to the days of battling excruciating periods and concerns over unplanned pregnancies. However, this period post-menopause can also herald new health issues, some that are just a part of life's inevitable march, like osteoporosis and heart diseases. But don't panic; we're right here with you. Armed with scientifically-backed information and resources, we're determined to make this journey as comfortable for you as possible
The positive spin? A world of life is waiting to be lived! But health should never take a backseat. Whether it's about coping with the leftover symptoms of menopause or making lifestyle adjustments: bidding goodbye to smoking, limiting alcohol, ensuring routine exercise, and eating wholesome foods. We're not painting it as a breeze, but there are numerous resources standing by to help you out.
Menopause presents four key symptom categories: physical, cognitive, emotional, and genitourinary (GSM). These may or may not manifest across the menopause stages. Regardless of your personal experience, it's crucial to understand the health impacts of menopause. It empowers you to take proactive steps towards maintaining your wellbeing during this significant phase of life.
Some endure multiple and severe symptoms, while others experience a smooth transition. But one thing is certain: Menopause is not just about hot flashes and doesn't happen overnight. Alongside the potential physical, emotional, and cognitive symptoms, there are also societal and professional implications for menopausal women.
With a strong focus on customer well-being, Laboratoires üma® is proud to share that we're collecting valuable follow-up data from over 1000 women who have embarked on their Harmonie Daily journey, showcasing the positive and life-changing effects on their symptoms.
