The first signs of menopause can leave you thinking you’re going blind, someone has turned up the heat and you’ve completely lost your memory. However, chances are that if you’re a woman between 40 and 58, you’re not going crazy, but simply experiencing the initial stages of menopause.
Most of the first signs of menopause don’t require a doctor or expensive hormonal treatments. In fact, you can deal with many of them on their own. To learn more about these “symptoms” and how they affect you, along with how you can effectively deal with or live with them, keep reading.
Hot Flashes
Hot flashes are a common side effect of menopause, and they can happen anywhere and at any time, though they’re often brought on by stress or even a reaction to spicy foods.
To help keep hot flashes at bay, carry a small portable fan and a few moist towelettes in your purse. Having a bottle of ice-cold water on hand can also help. Try freezing a bottle in the freezer the night before and then bringing it with you in your purse.
Decreased Memory
If you’re having trouble remembering where you set down your cell phone, the name of a friend or where you’re supposed to be Friday at 11:00, then carry a pad of Post-It Notes with you. You can jot down simple reminders to yourself and then stick them where they’re visible at all times.
Alternatively, try punching in reminders and details into your portable device. That is, of course, if you can remember where you left it.
Increased or Abnormal Hair Growth
Due to the sudden increase in male hormones, many menopausal women are forced to deal with hair growth in new places. To keep chin hairs at bay, place a pair of tweezers in your purse. Look for errant hairs while in the car since the sunlight is a great, natural beauty light.
Unexpected Sweating at Night
Night sweats are a nighttime manifestation of hot flashes, causing you to wake up soaking wet and often disturbed or anxious. To fight night sweats, keep your bedroom cool (below 70 degrees) and try relaxing before bed. You may also want to spend the money on a high-quality pair of sweat-wicking pajamas.
Joint and Bone Pains
Menopausal women can suffer from major bone and joint problems if they don’t supplement the amount of calcium they’re intaking. Try carrying calcium chews or calcium candy with you.
Dry and Irritated Eyes
One of the most common first signs of menopause is dry or irritated eyes – a problem brought on by hormone fluctuations. To combat this problem, invest in over-the-counter and preservative free artificial tears.
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