Managing the Menopause

Nicholas Panay, Paula Briggs, Gabor T. Kovacs

From Shelf: The menopause

Covering all forms of management of the menopause in detail, this is a practical and accessible text for clinicians at all levels. Topics include the use of Menopausal Hormone Therapy (MHT) and its risks and benefits, as well as how to manage mood, libido and physical changes.

With up to 60 per cent of women experiencing both physical and emotional symptoms during the menopause, including hot flushes, mood swings and loss of libido, managing these symptoms can be a complex task. Managing the Menopause is a highly practical, evidence-based reference, covering all forms of management in detail. Providing guidance on prescribing, as well as the advantages and disadvantages of various products and therapies, particular emphasis is given to addressing concerns over the long-term complications of Menopausal Hormone Therapy (MHT) use. The book contains new chapters on nutrition, ovarian tissue cryopreservation and migraine in the menopause and previous chapters have been fully updated to inform readers of the latest research. Treatment plans are included in the text, helping clinicians to support their patients quickly and effectively. A comprehensive review of the menopause that is easily understood at all levels, this is an essential guide for clinicians.

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