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PERI-MENOPAUSAL SYMPTOMS
Symptoms can range from mild to severe, with each woman experiencing it differently. Some symptoms will be very bothersome, whilst others are quite manageable. The most common symptoms include hot flushes, mood changes and vaginal dryness.
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1. Vasomotor Symptoms
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• Hot flushes
• Night sweats
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• Palpitations
• Headaches
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2. Atrophic Tissues
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• Vaginal dryness
• Dyspareunia (pain during intercourse)
• Vaginitis (inflammation of the vaginal wall)
• Breast changes
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• Thinning of skin
• Urinary incontinence and burning on urination
• Post-menopausal Bleeding
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3. Psychological
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• Depression
• Lethargy
• Loss of concentration
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• Irritability
• Insomnia
• Decreased libido
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