Menopause usually occurs at age 50 years and over. At this time the body undergoes some biological changes that cause a sharp decline in ovarian function (ovarian) was reduced significantly the production of sex hormones, especially estrogen. The reduced level of estrogen in the body greatly affects the quality of life for women, although symptoms can vary on each woman.

Hormonal changes in this body resulted in the appearance of symptoms such as joint pain & back pain, drying of the vagina, it is difficult to stop urinating, mood disorders & high emotions that cause stress, but it also resulted in decreased levels of estrogen increases the tendency of blood pressure, weight gain & elevated levels of cholesterol. In the long term complaints due to declining estrogen levels can cause osteoporosis, coronary heart disease, Alzheimer’s type dementia, stroke, colon cancer, tooth loss & cataract.

For most women these complaints especially that intersect with everyday life can cause a negative impact on quality of life & self-confidence. For that we need proper handling of menopause in the face. Currently the most effective treatment for treating menopausal symptoms & as well as the prevention of osteoporosis is the estrogen-based therapy that aims to replace the decline in estrogen that occurs at menopause. And for menopausal women who still have a uterus (womb) is then combined with progestogen therapy.

In addition it is important to remember that we as a youth lifestyle greatly affect menopausal symptoms will be felt later. Here are some tips to stay healthy after menopause later, namely:

• Do not smoke (if smokes try to quit)
• Do not drink alcohol
• Frequent exercise regularly
• Eating healthy foods (especially those derived from soybeans as a source of phytoestrogens)
• Exposed to enough sunlight.

Finally we can say that menopause is a natural thing that happens to every woman. His arrival is not scary as long as we can respond with a wise & in case of complaints, go to the doctor to get treatment.