While women generally understand that at a certain age they will go through "the change,"officially known as menopause, some women find themselves dealing with it much earlier than expected.

Early and premature menopause affect up to 5% of women. What is early menopause? Is it the same as premature menopause, or is there a difference? Why do some women reach menopause so early? How can a...

Hot flashes are a common -- and uncomfortable -- symptom of menopause.

More than 80% of menopausal women experience sudden, often debilitating bursts of heat that last several minutes, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. They are the most common symptom of menopause that women note.

Menopause is a natural phase in a woman's life. If you suspect you are experiencing symptoms, you may wonder at what age does menopause start.

Typically, it occurs between 45 and 55 years of age. This article will tell you what you need to know about early and premature menopause.

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Menopause can usher in an array of bothersome symptoms, and finding effective relief becomes a priority for many women. The good news: Medications can help manage these symptoms and improve your overall quality of life.

Read on to learn about the most common menopause medications, how they work and their common side effects. Understanding your options during this transitional phase of lif...

Let's talk about menopause and its impact on your sex life. We all know that this phase of life can bring about some changes, like a lower sex drive and vaginal dryness. But here's the thing: you don't have to suffer through it. In this article, we will break down how menopause affects your sexual experiences, share some medications and self-care tips that can make a real difference, and give y...

Navigating the changes and discomforts of menopause can be a frustrating experience for many women. Daily life can be significantly affected by symptoms ranging from hot flashes and mood swings to sleep disturbances and vaginal dryness.

Treating those symptoms may require a mix of approaches, including medication, lifestyle adjustments and self-care strategies. This article will explore t...

Menopause, a natural stage of a woman's life marking the end of menstruation, can bring many physical and emotional changes that may leave her feeling bewildered and alone. Hot flashes, night sweats and mood swings can disrupt her daily routine and affect her overall well-being.

Sound familiar? Think you might be starting menopause? Here's how to identify the most common menopause symptom...

A new study on using nitroglycerin patches to help women with frequent hot flashes caused by menopause has delivered mixed results.

The benefits of wearing these patches -- long used as chest pain medication -- were modest. They also were short-lived, with any benefits appearing to wear off over time, according to researchers from the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF).

Women who use estrogen to ease menopause symptoms may see their blood pressure rise -- but the way they take the hormone may determine that, a large new study suggests.

The study, of over 100,000 menopausal women on estrogen therapy, found that pills seemed to have a greater effect on blood pressure than estrogen delivered via skin patch, gel or vaginal preparation.

Experts stressed...

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Friday approved the first nonhormonal medication aimed at easing menopause hot flashes.

The new pill, called Veozah (fezolinetant), is from a class of drugs called neurokinin 3 (NK3) receptor antagonists. It targets a specific brain neuron that's thought to be set off balance as estrogen levels naturally decline during menopause.

"It works b...

Menopause symptoms are costly business, with billions spent on treating hot flashes, night sweats and lost sleep, a new study finds.

The research, published Wednesday in the journal Mayo Clinic Proceedings, found that women living with these symptoms nee...