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Menopause Support

Menopause is a natural transition that can bring a wide range of symptoms. Here's an overview of what to expect and how support can help.

Key points

A natural transition, usually late 40s–mid 50s

Symptoms vary widely — some have very few

You don't have to just put up with symptoms

Support and options from your physician

Menopause is a natural stage of life, but that doesn't mean you have to simply put up with difficult symptoms. With understanding and the right support, this transition can be managed far more comfortably.

What's happening

Menopause marks the end of menstrual periods, usually occurring in the late 40s to mid-50s. The years of change leading up to it — perimenopause — are when many symptoms appear, as hormone levels shift. Every person's experience is different.

Common symptoms

These can include hot flushes and night sweats, changes in sleep and mood, irregular periods during the transition, and other changes affecting comfort and wellbeing. Symptoms vary widely in type and intensity, and some people have very few.

How support helps

A conversation with your physician can help you understand what you're experiencing and weigh the options for managing symptoms that bother you — there are more than many people realise. Your overall health and individual situation guide what's appropriate.

At iCollab

Menopause support is part of the women's health care our physicians provide. Book a visit to discuss what you're experiencing and the options available.

Have a concern you'd like looked at?

Book with an iCollab physician, or ask at the walk-in clinic.

If this is a medical emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department. iCollab clinics are not equipped for emergency care.
Questions

Menopause Support — FAQ

At what age does menopause happen?+
It usually occurs in the late 40s to mid-50s, with the transition (perimenopause) beginning earlier. Timing varies from person to person.
Do I have to live with menopause symptoms?+
Not necessarily — there are several approaches to managing bothersome symptoms. A conversation with your physician can help you understand the options for your situation.
When should I see a doctor about menopause?+
Any time symptoms are affecting your comfort, sleep, mood, or daily life, it's worth discussing. Your physician can help you understand and manage what you're experiencing.
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