Best Doctors for Menopause in Indore

Types/Stages of Menopause

Menopause is a gradual biological transition that can be categorised into three stages:

• Perimenopause: This phase typically starts several years before menopause, when the ovaries gradually produce less oestrogen until the ovaries stop releasing eggs.

• Menopause: This is the stage when a woman has not experienced menstrual periods for a consecutive period of one year and represents the end of the reproductive years.

• Postmenopause: These are the years after menopause when the troublesome hormonal symptoms gradually decrease.

Symptoms of Menopause

Menopausal symptoms vary widely among women but commonly include:

• Irregular periods

• Hot flashes and night sweats

• Sleep disturbances such as insomnia or waking up frequently during the night

• Mood swings and tiredness

• Vaginal dryness and itching

• Decreased libido

Tests to Diagnose Menopause

At Apollo Hospitals in Indore, the doctors for midlife transition follow a series of tests to diagnose menopause accurately:

• Blood test: Elevated levels of Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) and decreased oestrogen (estradiol) are characteristic of menopause.

• Thyroid function test: This test helps determine if symptoms such as fatigue or weight changes are related to thyroid dysfunction.

• Lipid profile: This test assesses cholesterol levels in the blood, helping to evaluate cardiovascular risks that can increase during and after menopause.

• Bone density test (DEXA scan): This test measures bone mineral density and helps assess the risk of osteoporosis.

Treatment or Surgery Options for Menopause at Apollo Hospitals, Indore

The skilled doctors for perimenopause at Apollo Hospitals in Indore believe in a comprehensive approach when it comes to managing menopause. The treatment options include:

• Hormone therapy: This involves the use of oestrogen alone or combined with progesterone (in women who still have a uterus) to alleviate menopausal symptoms.

• Vaginal oestrogen: Applied directly to the vagina via creams, tablets, or rings, this treatment helps relieve vaginal dryness or other menopausal urinary symptoms.

• Low-dose antidepressants: Certain antidepressants, such as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) or selective norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs), may be prescribed to reduce hot flashes.

• Osteoporosis treatment: Our experienced doctors for climacteric treatment may recommend medications like bisphosphonates, denosumab, or hormone therapies to increase bone density and strength.