Menopause & Cancer
NATURAL MENOPAUSE
- In US, average age of entering menopause is 51-52 years
- Women can enter menopause between 45-55
- Most common symptom is hot flashes
- Physical changes include hair thinning, weight gain, sleep disturbances and skin changes
- Emotional changes can include depression, anxiety, mood shifts and brain fog
CANCER TREATMENT & MENOPAUSE
- Can trigger earlier menopause
- May intensify symptoms
- May cause abrupt hormonal symptoms and affect sexual health
- Less interest in sex
- May be at risk for heart disease and osteoporosis, depending on type of treatment
Understanding Menopause