All articles tagged with #menopause
Perimenopause and menopause can bring cognitive and emotional symptoms—such as memory lapses, word-finding difficulties, anxiety, and sudden, intense anger—that many doctors don’t routinely discuss, often disrupting daily life and highlighting the need for greater clinician awareness and patient-provider conversation.
A new review links women's reproductive health history to later heart disease risk, highlighting pregnancy complications (preeclampsia, gestational hypertension, premature birth, gestational diabetes), PCOS/PMOS, endometriosis, migraine with aura, and menopause timing as potential risk markers; three French programs show gynecological clinics can help identify undiagnosed cardiovascular risk, suggesting perimenopause and menopause as key windows for heart health screening—though these are risk factors, not guarantees.
Four longevity traps women commonly fall into—prioritizing cardio over strength, assuming normal glucose means metabolic health, ignoring heart disease risk before menopause, and treating chronic stress and poor sleep as minor annoyances—can catch up after menopause. The piece urges building muscle (about 90–120 minutes of strength training weekly), monitoring metabolic health, and prioritizing sleep and stress management to protect health as hormone levels shift.
A 19-year-old from Caernarfon, Enlli Thompson, was diagnosed with stage 3 ovarian cancer after years of misattributed symptoms; she had a hysterectomy that caused immediate menopause and ended her fertility, but she froze seven eggs before chemotherapy and is now navigating menopause while campaigning for awareness and pursuing a career in cancer care.
A Stanford Neurology study analyzing post-mortem and living participants found estrogen-only menopausal hormone therapy is associated with about a 35% lower risk of Alzheimer's pathology and 39% lower odds of dementia, with living users showing better memory and function. The work suggests possible neuroprotective effects of estrogen and potential greater benefit if started near menopause, but as an observational study it cannot prove causation, and randomized trials are needed to confirm brain-health benefits.
A Stanford-led analysis of brain autopsies from about 21,000+ women found that estrogen-only menopause hormone therapy was associated with roughly a 35% lower lifetime risk of Alzheimer's disease compared with non-users, suggesting a modest protective brain effect for some women. The study notes this is associative, not proof of causation, and results do not necessarily apply to estrogen-plus-progestin or topical forms; benefits may be most relevant to women who started therapy near menopause and who had hysterectomies.
Online chatter has highlighted a combo of over-the-counter antihistamines (Allegra) and Pepcid for PMDD and menopausal symptoms, but experts say there isn’t solid evidence that histamine drives these conditions or that blocking it reliably helps. Some individuals might see indirect benefits (e.g., better sleep), while risks like drowsiness and potential nutrient absorption issues exist. Other proven options—SSRIs for PMDD, hormone or non-hormonal therapies for menopause, and lifestyle or behavioral approaches—are usually preferred. More research is needed, and any trial should be discussed with a clinician.
A retrospective analysis across two datasets (21,462 records, including nearly 3,000 brain donors) found that estrogen-only hormone therapy for menopause was associated with fewer memory problems and lower Alzheimer’s biomarkers in brains. The study shows association, not causation, and could be influenced by confounding factors or missing data (e.g., hysterectomy status); more long-term randomized trials are needed to determine any protective effect.
AbCellera’s Phase 2 readout for ABCL635 in postmenopausal women showed a statistically significant, placebo-adjusted reduction of 5.3 daily hot flashes by Week 4 (8.8/day with ABCL635 vs 3.5/day with placebo) and a 1.4-point severity improvement vs 0.3 for placebo, outperforming the two approved small‑molecule rivals. The company reported a favorable safety profile with no liver signal, positioning ABCL635 as a potential best‑in‑class non‑hormonal therapy. Analysts and investors cheered the data, boosting the stock, and AbCellera plans Week 12 readouts and Phase 3 development discussions.
Brain fog is a non-diagnostic symptom that can stem from several overlooked factors, including gut health issues, lingering effects of long Covid, hormonal changes during menopause, sleep apnea, and thyroid problems; treatments range from dietary tweaks to cognitive rehabilitation as researchers continue to seek effective solutions.
Halle Berry shared sultry seaside bedroom photos from her Fiji vacation, prompting fan chatter about a potential return in an Avengers project, while she uses the moment to discuss women’s health and promote her Juicy Like a Peach gel as she balances upcoming film work.
Menopause does more than end periods: with falling estrogen, women face higher risks of heart disease, osteoporosis, diabetes, memory and cognitive changes, and infections; experts urge regular screening, lifestyle management, and, after medical evaluation, hormone therapy to protect long-term health.
The piece argues that autism cannot be captured by a single spectrum or severity line; rather, autism is a constellation of traits and support needs that vary between individuals and across life stages (for example menopause can increase needs). It also notes that DSM-5 levels are vague and argues for moving away from spectrum-based labels like Asperger’s toward recognizing autism’s diverse manifestations.
A CBS News clip explains that some menopausal women are taking testosterone or other hormone therapies to ease symptoms; doctors like Taraneh Shirazian discuss the potential benefits and risks and emphasize the need for careful medical supervision when considering these treatments.
A TODAY expert tip notes that menopause-related weight gain often stems from hormonal shifts and cortisol spikes from high-intensity workouts. To improve weight loss, reduce HIIT-style sessions (like HIIT, spin, and intense cardio) and prioritize restorative movement—such as walking, low‑impact strength training, Pilates, and yoga—and ensure adequate rest and sleep. Building consistent, lower‑stress exercise before menopause can help keep cortisol in check and support fat loss, especially around the abdomen.