Over 80% of women experience menopause symptoms, with vasomotor issues like hot flashes, night sweats, and palpitations being the most common. However, menopause can impact various organ systems in unexpected ways. 

Menopause is often associated with well-known vasomotor symptoms (VMS) like hot flashes and night sweats, but it encompasses a much wider range of issues.

Vasomotor symptoms (VMS), commonly known as hot flashes and night sweats, are the most frequent symptoms experienced during the menopause transition.

When we think of menopause symptoms, hot flashes and night sweats often dominate the conversation. Yet, the impact on brain health during this transition is equally crucial.

“For many years, women were just told it’s part of aging. Deal with it. And it was sort of a shroud of secrecy, what happens in perimenopause and menopause.” Menopause specialist, Patricia Handler from Northwestern Medicine, reviews common symptoms and explains why women don’t have to suffer in silence.

A good night’s sleep can have a big impact on your overall health, but can feel elusive during the menopause transition. Dr. Nishath Ali from the Menopause Center at the Texas Children’s Pavilion for Women shares tips for improving sleep during perimenopause and menopause.

Common symptoms during perimenopause and menopause include hot flashes and night sweats, but skin and hair changes can also occur during this time. According to research, about half of all women experience some degree of menopause-related hair loss or thinning, and up to 64% of women who visit menopause clinics report skin problems.

Could your mood swings be a symptom of the menopause transition? Dr. Karen Horst from the Menopause Center at the Texas Children’s Pavilion for Women explains potential causes of mood-related issues and when it may be time to seek a professional.

“Brain fog, forgetfulness, not being able to speak as spontaneously. There are very commonly reported symptoms in perimenopause.” Menopause expert, Dr. Nishath Ali from the Texas Children’s Pavilion for Women, talks about why theses cognitive issues may occur and shares advice that may help.

Some of our audience has mentioned the itching or tingling sensation on the skin (known as formication) associated with perimenopause and menopause. So, we asked an expert for advice. Dr. Nishath Ali from the Menopause Center at the Texas Children’s Pavilion for Women talked to us about the skin issues associated with hormonal changes.

Sleep. It’s important for our health, but many of us don’t get enough of it. According to experts, a minimum of seven hours of uninterrupted sleep a night is recommended. If you’re like me, you may fall asleep readily but have trouble staying asleep….

Why do symptoms occur during menopause and how can you manage the myriad of symptoms you may be experience? Menopause Dr. Nishath Ali from the Menopause Center at the Texas Children’s Pavilion for Women shares expert advice.

One of the first and most common signs of perimenopause is irregular periods. Learn what causes irregular periods during perimenopause and how to manage these changes.

I sweat. A lot. As a kid, I got made fun of for it. Girls aren’t supposed to sweat like boys. We perspire. Over the years, I’ve become more comfortable in my own skin, and I realize that sweating is a natural process that helps my body cool down when it’s too hot.

I still distinctly recall my first hot flash.

While bone loss and osteoporosis is directly linked to menopause, newer studies indicate that bone mineral density begins to decrease in perimenopause.

Perimenopausal rage is defined as a sudden rush of anger or irritation. One moment you could be feeling untroubled, and the next you’re bursting with anger. This could be related to low estrogen levels.