| Menopause: Is the complete cessation of menses and the termination of reproductive capacity. The time surrounding menopause is called the climacteric, where most of the symptoms of menopause take place. Menopause is not a disease, it is a natural process in the female lifecycle- however, the symptoms can evoke havoc in womens lives. The climacteric occurs usually as women near the age of forty. They usually start to notice irregular menstrual cycles, hot flashes and emotional changes. In the female body the ovaries are producing less estrogen and progesterone. How do you tell if you actually are starting the climacteric? Your doctor will do a blood test looking for a rise in follicle stimulating and leutinizing hormones from the brain. The purpose of these hormones is to signal the ovaries to ovulate. If the ovaries are tired of ovulating, the brain tries to send a stronger signal and the hormone levels rise. Each woman experiences menopause differently. Do not be ashamed. Talk to others, read books, and learn everything that you can. It will be a better experience for you if you take the time to learn about it and yourself. Many women are given the option of using prescription hormone replacement therapy. Instead, many women use phytohormones, dietary therapy and supplements because of adverse experiences with estrogen - concerned with the side effects, or because they find natural therapies equally effective. Dr. Metcalfe has worked extensively with both case scenarios and recommends that if you are taking estrogen, make sure it is a compounded tri-estrogen, and use the smallest dose that is effective for you. Always start treating your menopause with Natural Solutions first as they are very effective and are void of side effects. Signs and Symptoms:
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