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  • Home
  • Understanding Menopause
    • Perimenopause
    • Menopause
    • Postmenopause
  • Symptoms
    • Common Symptoms
    • Hot Flash & Night Sweats
    • Cycle Change & Heavy Flow
    • Vaginal Health & Libido
    • Sleep Issues in Menopause
    • Brain Fog & Memory
    • Mood & Emotional Health
    • Fatigue & Low Energy
    • Weight & Metabolism
    • Hair Loss & Skin Aging
    • Joint & Muscle Pain
    • Urinary Health
    • Other Menopausal Symptoms
  • Hormones
    • Hormones and Menopause
    • Estrogen
    • Progesterone
    • Testosterone
    • GnRH, FSH & LH
  • Therapy options
    • Symptom Treatment Options
    • MHT
    • Delivery of MHT
    • Non-Hormonal Therapies
    • Lifestyle Changes
  • In the News
    • Menopause in the News
  • Resources
    • Books Available
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  • About
  • Osteoporosis

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Common Symptoms of Menopause

Hot Flashes and Night Sweats

Hot Flashes and Night Sweats

Hot Flashes and Night Sweats

  • Sudden waves of heat, often with flushing or sweating.
     
  • Can disrupt daily comfort and sleep patterns.


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Cycle Changes and Heavy Flow

Hot Flashes and Night Sweats

Hot Flashes and Night Sweats

  • Menstrual cycles that are shorter, longer, or unpredictable.
     
  • Heavier or lighter bleeding than in the past.

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Vaginal Health & Libido

Hot Flashes and Night Sweats

Vaginal Health & Libido

  • Vaginal dryness or discomfort during intimacy.
     
  • Reduced sexual desire linked to hormonal shifts.


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Sleep Issues

Mood & Emotional health

Vaginal Health & Libido

  • Difficulty falling or staying asleep.
     
  • Waking frequently during the night, often tied to night sweats.

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Brain Fog and Memory

Mood & Emotional health

Mood & Emotional health

  • Difficulty focusing or recalling information.
     
  • Feeling mentally “fuzzy” or less sharp than usual.


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Mood & Emotional health

Mood & Emotional health

Mood & Emotional health

  • Rapid changes in mood, sometimes without clear cause.
     
  • Heightened feelings of stress, worry, or restlessness.


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Fatigue & Low Energy

Hair Loss & Skin Aging

Fatigue & Low Energy

  • Persistent tiredness even after rest.
     
  • Reduced stamina for daily activities.

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Weight & Metabolism

Hair Loss & Skin Aging

Fatigue & Low Energy

  • Increased abdominal weight or overall weight gain.
     
  • Slower metabolism makes weight management harder.

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Hair Loss & Skin Aging

Hair Loss & Skin Aging

Hair Loss & Skin Aging

  • Noticeable hair loss or reduced hair volume.
     
  • Skin becoming drier, thinner, or more prone to wrinkles.

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Joint & Muscle Pain

Joint & Muscle Pain

Hair Loss & Skin Aging

  • Stiffness or pain in the joints.
     
  • Generalized muscle soreness or achiness.



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Urinary Health

Joint & Muscle Pain

Menopause Symptoms

  • Increased urgency or frequency of urination.
     
  • Higher risk of urinary tract infections (UTIs).


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Menopause Symptoms

Joint & Muscle Pain

Menopause Symptoms

  • Less common symptoms such as dizziness, tingling, or dry eyes.
     
  • Symptoms vary widely — every woman’s experience is unique.

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  This website provides general information to help you better understand menopause and related topics, as explored in the Menopause Spotlight books. It is not medical advice and should not replace guidance from a qualified healthcare professional. Always consult your doctor or other healthcare provider with any questions about your health, treatments, or symptoms. 

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