Menopause & Mature Women's Health

Menopause is a natural stage of life, usually occurring between the ages of 45 and 55, when periods stop permanently. Changes in hormones can bring physical and emotional symptoms and also affect long-term health, including bones and the heart. Good care helps women feel comfortable, informed and in control during and after this transition.

Symptoms and concerns we address

• Hot flushes, night sweats and sleep problems
• Mood changes, anxiety, low mood and difficulty concentrating
• Vaginal dryness and pain during intercourse
• Urinary urgency, leakage and repeated urinary infections
• Pelvic organ prolapse (a feeling of heaviness or a bulge in the vagina)
• Post-menopausal bleeding, which always needs evaluation
• Bone thinning (osteoporosis) and fracture risk
• Weight gain and changes in cholesterol or blood pressure

Treatment and support

After a detailed history and examination, treatment is chosen to suit your symptoms and health. Options may include lifestyle guidance, calcium and vitamin D, non-hormonal medicines, local vaginal treatment and menopausal hormone therapy for suitable women. Pelvic floor exercises, medicines or surgery may be advised for prolapse and incontinence. Screening such as Pap smear, breast examination, bone density and blood tests supports long-term health.

Healthy habits after menopause

• Regular weight-bearing exercise and yoga
• Diet rich in calcium, protein and vegetables
• No smoking and limited alcohol
• Regular health screening

When to see a doctor

Please consult promptly if you have any bleeding after menopause, severe symptoms that affect daily life, or leakage of urine that limits your activities.