How to Talk to Your Healthcare Professional and Understand Your Treatment Options

It's important to find the therapy that works best for you. And your healthcare provider can help - with prescription or nonprescription therapies, such as herbal remedies, vitamin supplements, over-the-counter treatments, or even a combination of prescription and nonprescription therapies.

Results from 2006 Menopause at Work survey in menopausal women conducted by Harris Interactive showed that only 16% of respondents felt that herbal supplements were very effective at either relieving or treating menopausal symptoms.

Prescription therapies for natural menopause may involve the use of estrogen, either alone or in combination with a natural or synthetic form of the hormone progesterone (progestin). For a woman with a uterus, estrogen increases her chance of contracting uterine (endometrial) cancer. Adding progestin lowers this risk.

There are many different therapies available to help you cope with the symptoms of menopause. And because every woman's experience is unique, it's important to have a deeper discussion with your healthcare provider about the benefits, risks, and side effects of any therapy you eventually choose. For instance, a woman who has had her uterus removed (hysterectomy) is not at risk for uterine cancer. Estrogen-only therapy may work to relieve her hot flashes and night sweats.

Getting good information about available therapies is the best way to make an informed choice - so you can take charge of the changes and live well with menopause. Your healthcare professional can also provide important information you need to make the best treatment choice for you. For tips on talking with your healthcare professional, please click here.

HERE YOU WILL LEARN...
 
What's Really Going On With Your Body
 
Making Life With Menopause Easier
 
What To Do When Menopausal Symptoms Disrupt Your Life
 
You're Not Alone
 
How To Talk To Your Healthcare Professional And Understand Your Ttreatment Options