Many women are using cannabis or interested in using it for the management of bothersome and worrisome menopause symptoms, according to a new study.
Andropause - Male menopause - Symptoms - Causes - Diagnosis - Treatment
Andropause or male menopause causing low libido in a man is due to decreasing level of male hormones, like testosterone. Symptoms of andropause are depression, irritability.
Andropause or male menopause causing low libido in a man is due to decreasing level of male hormones, like testosterone. Symptoms of andropause are depression, irritability.
‘Cannabis use for menopause symptom management is most often used in women reporting hot flashes and night sweats. Such use do not differ by age, race or ethnicity, socioeconomic status or mental health conditions.’
In a sample of 232 women aged around 55 to 56 years in Northern California who participated in the Midlife Women Veterans Health Survey, more than half reported bothersome symptoms such as hot flashes and night sweats, insomnia and genitourinary symptoms. Around 27% of those samples reported having used or were currently using cannabis to manage their symptoms. An additional 10% of participants showed an interest in trying cannabis to manage menopause symptoms in the future. In contrast, only 19% reported using hormone therapy.
"These findings suggest that cannabis use to manage menopause symptoms may be relatively common. However, we do not know whether cannabis use is safe or effective for menopause symptom management or whether women are discussing these decisions with their healthcare providers--particularly in the VA, where cannabis is considered an illegal substance under federal guidelines. This information is important for healthcare providers, and more research in this area is needed," says Carolyn Gibson, PhD, MPH, a psychologist and health services researcher at San Francisco VA Health Care System and the lead author of the study.
Dealing with Menopause Symptoms Through Lifestyle Changes
You can deal with menopause symptoms such as hot flashes, weight gain and forgetfulness by making simple lifestyle changes.
You can deal with menopause symptoms such as hot flashes, weight gain and forgetfulness by making simple lifestyle changes.
"This study highlights a somewhat alarming trend and the need for more research relative to the potential risks and benefits of cannabis use for the management of bothersome menopause symptoms," says Dr. Stephanie Faubion, NAMS medical director.
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Perimenopause - Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment
Perimenopause is a transition phase that lasts until menopause. The low estrogen levels during this phase cause irregular periods and early menopause symptoms such as hot flashes. This phase may last from a few months to years.
Perimenopause is a transition phase that lasts until menopause. The low estrogen levels during this phase cause irregular periods and early menopause symptoms such as hot flashes. This phase may last from a few months to years.
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What is Menopause?
Menopause is defined as the state of permanent cessation of menstrual cycles (periods) for 12-months.
Menopause is defined as the state of permanent cessation of menstrual cycles (periods) for 12-months.
