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Student Health Service > Medical Services > Women's Health > Menopause
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The time in a woman’s life after her last menstrual period is called the menopause. For most women this occurs around age 50. Some women experience menopause sooner and others later than age 50. Some women experience symptoms during the 5 to 10 years prior to menopause (the peri-menopause) that can cause them to seek the advice of their health care provider. Some of these symptoms might include night sweats, hot flashes, trouble sleeping, irregular or changing menstrual patterns, mood changes, vaginal dryness, and breast changes. There are some things you can do to remain as healthy as possible during and after menopause. Eating a healthy diet that includes 1200 to 1500 mg of calcium per day, avoiding all tobacco, minimizing alcohol use, getting regular exercise and sleeping 8 hours per day can do much to promote optimal health in the menopausal woman. Annual women’s health exams, breast exams and mammograms screen for early disease and allow an opportunity to discuss a woman’s individual health concerns. If you have any concerns or questions about menopause or the peri-menopause, your Student Health women’s health care provider is available to help you. Please call for an appointment to discuss your concerns.
The following links provide more information about specific menopausal topics:
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