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  • Menopause is a universal physiological transition for women.
  • Women with physical, sensory, and intellectual/developmental disabilities experience menopause.
  • Management and experience of menopause can be impacted by disability-related factors.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review menopause physiology, screening, treatment, and experiences in women with disabilities.
  • To identify challenges and potential solutions for menopause management in this population.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review synthesizing existing research on menopause in women with disabilities.
  • Analysis of physiological aspects, screening protocols, treatment options, and lived experiences.

Main Results:

  • Limited clinical trials exist for menopause treatments specifically in women with disabilities.
  • Substantial literature documents the varied menopause experiences within this group.
  • Extrapolation of evidence suggests benefits of aggressive, evidence-based symptom management.

Conclusions:

  • Menopause is a significant health event for women with disabilities.
  • Addressing cognitive, communication, mobility, and medical barriers is crucial for effective management.
  • Evidence supports proactive and individualized treatment for burdensome menopause symptoms.