Menopause and hormone replacement therapy. Issue 4 (April 2015)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Short, Hannah
• Is Part Of: InnovAiT. Volume 8:Issue 4(2015:Apr.)
• Page Start: 204
• Page End: 212
• Publication Date: 2015-04
• Subjects: Family medicine -- Periodicals; Physicians (General practice) -- Training of -- Great Britain -- Periodicals; 610
• DOI: 10.1177/1755738015571771
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1755-7380

Abstract

A woman born in 1970 can expect to spend one-third of her life post-menopause. The climacteric period can be challenging for both patients and health care providers, with menopausal symptoms and the physical effects of oestrogen deficiency accounting for a significant proportion of primary care consultations. The use of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) remains a controversial topic and misleading information is widespread. Good management of post-reproductive health can have a significant impact on a woman's current and future well-being. This article aims to provide an overview of the physical, psychological and social consequences of menopause, the menopause consultation and the role of HRT in its management.