Menopause is a natural stage of life, but every woman experiences it differently. For some women, symptoms may be mild and manageable, while for others, the physical and emotional changes associated with perimenopause and menopause can significantly affect everyday life, relationships, work, sleep, and overall wellbeing.
At Aurora Women’s Health Unit at Mubadala Health Dubai, our menopause services are designed to provide women with personalized support throughout this transition. Our multidisciplinary approach looks beyond individual symptoms to consider your overall health, lifestyle, and long-term wellbeing.
Whether you are beginning to notice changes that may be associated with perimenopause, experiencing troublesome menopause symptoms, or looking for guidance on staying healthy after menopause, our experienced team can help you understand your options and make informed decisions about your care.
Menopause occurs when a woman has stopped having menstrual periods as a result of declining ovarian function. It is a natural part of aging and is typically confirmed after 12 consecutive months without a menstrual period when there is no other medical explanation.
Before menopause, many women experience perimenopause, the transitional stage during which hormone levels begin to fluctuate. Perimenopause can start several years before a woman's final menstrual period, and symptoms may change in frequency or intensity over time.
Some women may also experience early menopause, which occurs before the age of 45, or premature menopause, before the age of 40. In these circumstances, medical assessment can be particularly important because of the potential implications for long-term health.
Changes in hormone levels during perimenopause and menopause can affect many different areas of the body. This means menopause may involve much more than changes to your menstrual cycle.
Symptoms can vary considerably from one woman to another and may include:
You may experience only a few symptoms or several at the same time. Symptoms can also evolve throughout perimenopause and menopause, which is why an individualized assessment can be helpful.
Menopause is not only about managing immediate symptoms. The hormonal changes that occur around menopause can also influence health later in life.
Bone Health
Estrogen plays an important role in maintaining bone strength. As estrogen levels decline, women may experience accelerated loss of bone density, increasing the risk of osteoporosis and fractures later in life.
Your doctor can assess your individual risk and advise on appropriate measures to support bone health, which may include lifestyle changes, nutrition, exercise, further investigations, or treatment when appropriate.
Cardiovascular Health
The risk of cardiovascular disease increases as women age, and changes that occur around menopause may affect factors such as cholesterol, blood pressure, weight, and metabolism.
Taking a proactive approach to cardiovascular health during midlife can therefore be an important part of menopause care.
Metabolic Health and Weight
Changes in hormones, muscle mass, sleep, activity levels, and metabolism can make maintaining a healthy weight more challenging for some women during midlife.
Rather than focusing on weight alone, our approach considers nutrition, physical activity, metabolic health, sleep, and other factors that contribute to long-term wellbeing.
Mental and Emotional Wellbeing
Hormonal changes, disrupted sleep, life circumstances, and the physical effects of menopause can all influence emotional wellbeing.
Some women experience changes in mood, increased anxiety, irritability, difficulty concentrating, or reduced confidence. Discussing these symptoms with your healthcare provider can help identify the support that is right for you.
For many women, menopause can be identified based on age, symptoms, and changes in the menstrual cycle. Laboratory testing is not always required.
However, your doctor may recommend further assessment depending on your age, medical history, symptoms, medications, menstrual pattern, or other health considerations.
At Aurora Women’s Health Unit, your consultation may include a review of:
This comprehensive approach helps us distinguish menopause-related symptoms from other health conditions and develop a care plan tailored to your needs.
There is no single approach to managing menopause that is right for every woman. Treatment depends on your symptoms, medical history, personal preferences, risk factors, and individual health needs.
Our menopause services include:
Hormone replacement therapy, commonly known as HRT, may be an appropriate treatment option for some women experiencing menopause symptoms.
HRT works by replacing hormones that decline around menopause and can help manage symptoms such as hot flashes and night sweats. However, treatment needs to be considered individually.
Your doctor will discuss the potential benefits and risks based on factors including your age, symptoms, medical history, family history, and personal preferences.
The aim is to help you understand the available options so that you and your healthcare provider can make an informed decision together.
Medical treatment is only one part of menopause care. Healthy lifestyle habits can play an important role in managing symptoms and protecting long-term health.
Depending on your individual needs, your care team may discuss:
Menopause can affect multiple aspects of health, which is why care may sometimes benefit from more than one area of medical expertise.
At Aurora Women’s Health Unit, women can access coordinated support across women's health, family medicine, nutrition, mental health, rheumatology, radiology, and other specialties when appropriate.
This integrated approach allows us to look at the whole picture rather than treating individual symptoms in isolation.
You do not need to wait until your symptoms become severe to ask for help.
Consider speaking to your healthcare provider if menopause or perimenopause symptoms are affecting your sleep, work, relationships, emotional wellbeing, or quality of life.
You should also seek medical advice if you are experiencing symptoms at an unusually young age, have concerns about your bone or cardiovascular health, are unsure whether your symptoms are related to menopause, or would like to discuss whether HRT or another management approach may be suitable for you.
Menopause is an important opportunity to review your health and think proactively about the years ahead.
In addition to addressing current symptoms, our team can help you consider areas such as bone strength, cardiovascular health, metabolic wellbeing, mental health, nutrition, physical activity, and appropriate preventive screening.
Our goal is not simply to help you manage menopause, but to support your health and quality of life as you move through midlife and beyond.
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Perimenopause is the transitional period leading up to menopause, when hormone levels fluctuate and menstrual cycles may become irregular. Menopause is reached after 12 consecutive months without a menstrual period when there is no other medical cause.
The timing of natural menopause varies between women. Some women begin experiencing perimenopause symptoms several years before their final menstrual period. If you develop possible menopause symptoms before the age of 45, it is advisable to discuss them with a healthcare professional.
Changes in your menstrual cycle combined with symptoms such as hot flashes, night sweats, sleep problems, mood changes, or vaginal dryness may indicate perimenopause. However, other conditions can cause similar symptoms, so a medical assessment may be appropriate.
There is no fixed timeline. Symptoms differ considerably between women and can change over time. Some women experience symptoms for a relatively short period, while others may experience them for several years.
Yes. Declining estrogen levels can contribute to loss of bone density, which can increase the risk of osteoporosis and fractures. Your healthcare provider can assess your risk and recommend appropriate steps to protect your bone health.
You can seek support whenever symptoms begin affecting your wellbeing or quality of life. You should also speak to a healthcare professional if symptoms occur at a younger age than expected, you have unexplained symptoms, or you have concerns about your long-term bone, cardiovascular, or metabolic health.
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