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Helena Hachul1, Beatriz Hachul de Campos2, Leandro Lucena2
1Department of Psychobiology, Universidade Federal de Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo, Brazil; Department of Ginecology, Universidade Federal de Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo, Brazil.
Abstract:
Postmenopause is defined retrospectively after 12 consecutive months of amenorrhea. It represents the end of the reproductive period and ovarian failure. A decrease in estrogen leads to several changes in the short and long term. Among the early changes, vasomotor symptoms (hot flashes) are particularly common, occurring in about 70% of women. In addition, there are changes in mood, anxiety, depression, and insomnia. Insomnia occurs in almost 60% of postmenopausal women. Psychosocial aspects may also affect sleep. Proper diagnosis may lead to adequate treatment of sleep disturbances during menopause. Hormonal or other complementary therapies can improve sleep quality.
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