Question 1

could you tell me what happens during menopause?

Accepted Answer

Menopause: Many things happen.  Menopause is defined as the cessation of menstrual periods for one year, then menopause begins.  Major hormonal changes occur to bring on menopause and a variety of symptoms can occur.  Metabolic changes occur in the body.

Question 2

is there anything to shrinking during menopause?

Accepted Answer

Not sure: exactly what you are referring to, but spinal degenerative changes can cause the vertebral disc spaces to narrow, and loss of bone density can result in height loss of the vertebral bodies.  Both can contribute to a loss in your overall height.

Question 3

could ovulation occur during menopause?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: Sometimes women seemingly go into menopause, stop having periods and have an elevated fsh (a hormone that goes up after menopause) and then unexpectedly have a few more periods again. Conceivably, they have ovulated again.

Question 4

what causes cramps during menopause?

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Intestinal issues: Menstrual cramps are no longer an issue as the periods have truly stopped in menopause. The only exceptions are the presence of uterine or ovarian growths post menopause that are enlarging which can be easily ruled out by a pelvic GYN MD exam.

Question 5

can migraine be worse during menopause?

Accepted Answer

Migraine and menopau: Yes it can be worse if it is triggered by hormonal changes.

Question 6

can there be any risk of pregnancy during the menopause?

Accepted Answer

Menopause: Menopause is defined as the normal ending of the menstrual cycle after one year without a period. The ovaries stop producing eggs and hormones. So women can no longer conceive after menopause and decreasing hormone levels can cause symptoms of aging, hot flashes, mood changes, skin changes less libido and vaginal dryness. Symptoms can be treated with both traditional and natural approaches.

Question 7

is it normal for women to experience nausea during menopause?

Accepted Answer

Although : It is not common, it is one of the potential symptoms of menopause.

Question 8

how long in between periods during menopause is ok? 3 1/2 years?

Accepted Answer

Hmmmm.: Menopause is defined as 12 months beyond the last menstrual cycle.  If you are bleeding 3 1/2 years after the last cycle you have post menopausal bleeding. This is not another menstrual cycle.  Something else going on and you should be seen to discover the source of the bleeding.

Question 9

i'm wondering why are women so awful in their behavior during pms and menopause?

Accepted Answer

It's hormonal: It is hormonal and it really plays havoc with women's emotions. Fortunately it is usually time limited and passes!

Question 10

is it possible to have constant bleeding during pre menopause or during menopause?

Accepted Answer

Not normal: Constant bleeding means that there's something wrong--your body is trying to tell you something, and you need to see a clinician to figure it out.  Could be fibroids, endometriosis, a hormone imbalance, stds, a cervical or endometrial polyp, or even pregnancy or cancer.  See your doctor.

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