Menopause Resources
Guides and articles to support you with trusted, evidence-based guidance on women’s health, written by Menopause Specialist Doctors.
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Lifestyle medicine in perimenopause and menopause
Lifestyle changes can have a powerful impact on menopause symptoms and long-term health. This guide covers nutrition, movement, sleep, alcohol and mental wellbeing - helping you find realistic, sustainable ways to feel better.
Menopause And Bone Health: What Every Woman Should Know
Bone health is often overlooked in menopause - yet hormonal changes can significantly increase fracture risk over time. This guide explains what’s happening, who may be at higher risk, and the simple, effective steps you can take to protect your long-term bone health.
Menopause and Perimenopause Symptom Checker
A simple menopause symptom checker to help you recognise common signs of perimenopause and menopause, and understand your next steps.
Types of HRT in the UK: Patches, Tablets and Options Explained
A clear, specialist guide to the different types of HRT available in the UK, including patches, tablets and body-identical options, to help you understand your choices.
Hair Changes in Perimenopause and Menopause
A guide to empathy, education, and empowerment in women’s hair health in the perimenopause and menopause.
Migraine in Perimenopause and Menopause: Can HRT Help?
Migraines often worsen during perimenopause due to hormonal changes. We explain why and whether HRT can help.
Menopause After Breast Cancer: Symptoms, Treatment and Support
Menopause after breast cancer requires careful, individualised care. This guide explains why symptoms happen, what treatment options are available, and how specialist menopause support can help.
Early Menopause and Primary Ovarian Insufficiency (POI): Symptoms and Treatment
Early menopause and POI can affect symptoms, fertility and long-term health. We explain causes, treatment and support options.
Understanding Supplement Use During Perimenopause and Menopause
Supplements are widely discussed in menopause, but not all are helpful. We explain what works and how to use them safely.
HRT for Vegans and Vegetarians: Options and What to Know
Can you take HRT if you’re vegan or vegetarian? We explain which options are suitable and what to consider.
Starting HRT: What to Expect and When You’ll Feel Better
Starting HRT can feel uncertain. We explain what to expect, when symptoms improve and how to manage early side effects.
Surgical Menopause: Symptoms, HRT and Long-Term Health
Surgical menopause happens suddenly and can feel very different from natural menopause. Learn about symptoms, long-term health and how HRT can help.
What is Perimenopause? Symptoms and What to Expect
Perimenopause can start earlier than expected. Learn the common symptoms, why they happen and what can help you feel better.
Contraception during Perimenopause and Menopause
Contraception is still needed during perimenopause, even if your periods are irregular. This guide explains how long to use contraception, which methods are suitable after 40, and how they work alongside HRT.
How to Use Oestrogen Patches, Gel, Spray and Tablets for Menopause
Many women ask which type of oestrogen HRT is best, and how to use each option correctly.
How to Use Utrogestan and Gepretix (Micronised Progesterone) as Part of HRT
This article covers what micronised progesterone is, why it is used, how to take it, and what to expect from Utrogestan and Gepretix.
Hormonal Coils (IUS) : A Complete Guide for Perimenopause and Menopause
A clear guide to hormonal coils (IUS) in perimenopause and menopause, including how they work for HRT, heavy periods and contraception, with benefits and risks explained.
Understanding Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause (GSM)
This guide explores Genitourinary syndrome of menopause, a common and often underdiagnosed symptom of perimenopause and menopause. This is often abbreviated to GSM for short.
Testosterone and Menopause : What Women Need to Know
A clear guide to testosterone in menopause, including who may benefit, how it works, treatment options, side effects and what to expect.
Helping Your Partner Through Perimenopause : A Practical Guide for Understanding and Support
This guide is here to help you understand what your partner may be going through and how you can support them in practical, meaningful ways.