Menopause

A woman's body goes through several changes during menopause. Some of the more common symptoms of menopause occur when estrogen levels start to drop. Women may experience:

• Hot flashes
• Night sweats
• Rapid mood swings ranging from depression to euphoria
• Decreased libido and sex drive
• Increased frequency or sudden urge to urinate
• Vaginal dryness that can cause pain during intercourse
• Increased bone loss that can lead to osteoporosis
• Higher risk of heart disease (because the levels of LDL "bad" cholesterol in the blood may rise).