Synonym(s)
Menopause
DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.
Transition phase from full sexual maturity to senility; menopause falls during this period.
EtiopathogenesisThis section has been translated automatically.
Physiological reduction of oestrogens due to loss of cyclic ovarian function.
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ManifestationThis section has been translated automatically.
Usually 40 to 50 years old.
Clinical featuresThis section has been translated automatically.
Premenopause (6 years before the menopause): cycle disorders. Post-menopause (up to 6 years after menopause): Vegetative and psychological disorders: hot flushes, flushing, cold shivers, sweating, dizziness, palpitations, angina, insomnia, anxiety, loss of performance, forgetfulness, listlessness, mood swings, depression, irritability. Rarely continuous bleeding. Alopecia, hirsutism, osteoporosis.
TherapyThis section has been translated automatically.
Estrogen supply in the form of patches, oral therapeutics or injections in cooperation with the gynaecologist.
Phytotherapy internalThis section has been translated automatically.
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Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer