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Alternative and Natural Treatments for Menopause

Alternative or natural medicine may help reduce menopause symptoms. Despite the lack of the scientific foundation of conventional medicine, many people are strong proponents of alternative medicine—and for a variety of reasons.

Confirming Menopause

Most women are aware when menopause is approaching—even without a doctor's diagnosis. This is because menopause has very obvious signs and symptoms, including hot flashes and abnormal menstrual periods.

Menopause Causes

Every woman experiences menopause, but not every woman reaches menopause the same way. In most cases, menopause is a result of the natural aging process, but menopause has other causes. Certain medical procedures and rare ovarian conditions can also trigger it.

Menopause Symptoms

Menopause officially occurs after 12 consecutive missed menstrual periods. But you'll recognize the symptoms long before then. The time before menopause, known as perimenopause, is actually when you'll experience most of the signs and symptoms associated with menopause.

Menopause Overview

Menopause officially occurs a year after a woman's last menstrual period and marks the end of fertility. This can signify any number of things to women—some find it very difficult; others view it as a cause for celebration. But regardless how you feel about reaching menopause, understand that it is not a disease or disorder.

Estrogen Replacement Therapy for Osteoporosis

If you're approaching menopause, your body will likely alert you to the sudden drop in estrogen with physical signs (such as hot flashes) and psychological changes (including mood swings).

An Overview of the Ovaries

Ovaries Essentials