Obstetrics & gynaecology
Estrogen supplements found to boost the effect of strength training in menopausal women
When the menopause sets in, many women consider initiating hormonal therapy containing the sex hormone estrogen.
Sep 12, 2022
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Obstetrics & gynaecology
Data on cancer risk from hormone therapy 'reassuring,' menopause experts say
A new paper and other recent evidence offer important reassurances about the risk of breast cancer from hormone therapy to treat menopause symptoms, two University of Virginia School of Medicine menopause experts say.
Aug 24, 2022
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Oncology & Cancer
Diet high in n-3-PUFAs linked to lower breast cancer risk
A diet high in n-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) is associated with a reduced risk for breast cancer among women in China, according to a study published online July 26 in Menopause.
Aug 16, 2022
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Medications
More women turning to medical cannabis for relief of menopause symptoms
The legalization of medical cannabis has led to its use in treating a growing number of health problems. A new study suggests that it is becoming more common for women to use medical cannabis for menopause-related symptoms. ...
Aug 3, 2022
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Prasterone shows promise in reducing severity of urinary urge incontinence
Because of a decrease in estrogen, menopause is often accompanied by multiple vaginal and urinary issues. To date, most treatment options focus on vulvar and vaginal atrophy, with fewer options available to treat urinary ...
Jul 27, 2022
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Obstetrics & gynaecology
NAMS updates position statement on menopausal hormone therapy
Hormone therapy remains the most effective treatment for vasomotor symptoms (VMS) and genitourinary syndrome of menopause, according to a position statement issued by the North American Menopause Society (NAMS) and published ...
Jul 20, 2022
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Obstetrics & gynaecology
Temporomandibular disorder-induced pain likely to worsen in late menopause transition
The loss of estrogen during the menopause transition can cause a number of physical changes and health concerns—from thinning hair and atrophied vaginal mucous membranes to hot flashes and increased risk for osteoporosis ...
May 11, 2022
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Obstetrics & gynaecology
Study reveals link between early menopause and history of sexual abuse
A ground-breaking University of Otago, Christchurch, study has found female victims of severe sexual abuse in childhood experience twice the risk of entering the menopause transition by age 40, than women with no such reported ...
Mar 28, 2022
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Obstetrics & gynaecology
Working shifts may delay the onset of menopause
It's no secret that working nontraditional shifts can wreak havoc on lifestyle and sleep habits. Shift work has also been known to have a negative effect on workers' health. A new study suggests it also may delay the onset ...
Mar 22, 2022
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
In pilot study, asynchronous telehealth visits effectively treat overactive bladder
Women who received treatment for overactive bladder (OAB) using asynchronous telehealth visits had significant improvement in their symptoms and high satisfaction with their care, concludes an exploratory pilot study published ...
Mar 9, 2022
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