Tag: Menopause / Postmenopause
Early Menopause Linked to Higher Risk for Metabolic Syndrome
27 percent increased relative risk for metabolic syndrome seen among women with early versus late menopause
Potential Mental Health Advantages Found for Transdermal Versus Oral Hormone Therapy
Postmenopausal women on transdermal HT experienced lower incidence of anxiety and depression compared with those receiving oral HT
Menopause Tied to More Symptoms of Dry Eye Disease
History of autoimmune disease, smoking also tied to increased risk for dry eye disease
New Nonhormonal Drug Approved to Treat Menopause Symptoms
The once-daily pill elinzanetant is expected to be available within weeks
Hormone Tx Linked to Incidence, Risk for Autoimmune Disease Postmenopause
Significant increases in risk were observed for all autoimmune diseases except Graves disease and autoimmune hepatitis
Digestive Health Issues Highly Prevalent in Perimenopausal, Menopausal Women
Only 33 percent received a formal diagnosis of irritable bowel syndrome; most found professional support inadequate
Menopause Not Tied to Worsening Multiple Sclerosis Disability
Authors say increases in disability seen around age 50 years are likely due to other aging processes
Women’s Employment Trajectory Impacted by Menopause
Early natural menopause, surgical menopause both tied to leaving labor market
FDA May Ease Warning on Hormone Therapy for Menopause Symptoms
Experts say the warning has discouraged safe use of treatment for hot flashes, poor sleep and other symptoms
Postmenopausal Women With MS Have More Comorbidities
Higher prevalence of cardiovascular disease, endocrine/metabolic disorders seen in postmenopausal than premenopausal women
