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  • Women's Health
  • Endocrinology
  • Reproductive Medicine

Background:

  • Menopause signifies a critical life transition for women, presenting opportunities for proactive health promotion.
  • Women experience diverse symptoms and concerns during this phase.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review essential assessment components for perimenopausal and menopausal women.
  • To discuss the benefits and risks associated with hormonal and non-hormonal treatments.
  • To aid clinicians in the effective management of menopausal women.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of menopausal assessment and treatment options.
  • Analysis of benefits and risks of menopausal hormone therapy (MHT).
  • Exploration of non-hormonal and complementary therapies.

Main Results:

  • Menopausal hormone therapy (MHT) is a viable option for most symptomatic women.
  • Balanced information on MHT benefits and risks is crucial for informed decision-making.
  • Non-hormonal and complementary options exist for women with contraindications or preferences against hormones.

Conclusions:

  • Appropriate management of menopausal women requires thorough assessment and discussion of treatment options.
  • Informed patient choice regarding MHT is paramount.
  • The landscape of non-hormonal menopausal treatments is evolving, with new options anticipated.