Question:-I am 61 and had all my hot flushes, night sweats and moods years ago, but I don’t think I’ve finished the Menopause yet. I still have a discharge every month; it’s not blood but it can be stained.
Reply:-Any unexplained discharge should be investigated
Seek medical advice

 Question:-I’m 52  and  pre menopausal. I missed my last period and wondered if I can expect one any time or will wait for the next monthly cycle.
Reply:- Keep a note of the last period, menstrual pattens vary between Abrupt ending, Gradual ending, or irregular bleeding, heavier or lighter The gradual ending is more common,  […]

Question:-I am 42 and I have sore and tender breasts. My periods have become lighter but are regular. Could I be peri -menopausal
Reply:- You could be, but check for any other symptoms too.  Breast discomfort  pre, during or after the menopause is partly due to fluctuating hormones, women experience abnormal amounts of sensitivity. […]

Question:-I am aged 51 and I have not had a period for six months, do I still have to use protection when having sex, I was told by a friend that you have to be clear of a period for at least two years.
Reply:- YES………. A form of contraception should be used for […]

Question:-I am 49 years old and haven’t had a period for a year.I thought I had reached menopause as a couple of years ago. I had a blood test which determined that I was starting the menopause.Now I have had some bleeding but the discharge is a dark brown. Is this normal?
Reply:-Seek medical advice […]

Question:-Can you take the black cohosh tablets with epilepsy tablets
Reply:-Always Seek medical advice from your GP/Consultant  to confirm compatibility of medically prescribed drugs and  Natural remedies

Question:-I have not had a period for a year now, and during that time I have gained ten pounds even though I have not been eating any more than usual. I am ready to change my eating habits, but I am getting conflicting information about what, for example, to eat for breakfast. Some friends have […]

Question:-I’m 40 and could swear I’m going through menopause. I have one ovary. I have joint and skin pain. I’m having a lot of head problems like headaches and numbness and tingling. My periods are down to one day a month. I can’t sleep at night and I wake up a lot sweating or am […]

Question:-I recently had a complete hysterectomy. I though I was going through menopause at the time, but now all the symptoms seem a lot worse. My ob-gyn put me on HRT therapy. I would like to know how long this medicine takes to help with the hot flashes and night sweats. I too have […]

Question:-I had a hysterectomy at 42 and within 6 months I have gained a lot of weight around my stomach. I look 9 months pregnant. What diet should I do and what are the best exercises to tone up?
At the moment I am taking HRT Premarin.
Reply: As long as you are fit […]