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What happens during the menopause?

The menopause occurs when a woman permanently stops having her period. Around this time hormone levels of oestrogen and progesterone decrease and can cause menopausal symptoms such as changes to periods, hot flushes, night sweats, mood changes and vaginal dryness.  

Menopausal symptoms can begin months or years before the final period and symptoms can persist for years afterwards.

What is the menopause age?

For most women, the menopause begins between the ages of 45 and 55. The mean age of the natural menopause in the UK is 51. If the menopause begins before the age of 45, it is classed as early menopause.

What are the side effects of HRT?

Side effects can differ between different HRT medicines but some common side effects of HRT include:

• Breast pain or tenderness
• Headaches
• Vaginal bleeding
• Nausea
• Stomach pain

HRT can have rare, serious side effects such as increasing the risk of certain cancers. Further information can be found here.

Do you gain weight on HRT?

Research has shown that women can gain weight during the menopause. However, the manufacturers of some HRT products do list weight gain as a side effect of treatment. This can be a common side effect of some products and an uncommon side effect of others.

How long does it take for hormone therapy to work?

The full effects of HRT can take up to three months to show but some women may notice benefits within a few weeks of starting therapy.

How does a woman feel during menopause? 

The menopause can be accompanied by symptoms that affect a woman’s quality of life. The physical symptoms like hot flushes and night sweats can cause psychological distress. Other symptoms can occur such as low mood, anxiety, and irritability. The menopause matters website offers information and support for women affected by the menopause.

What is the best HRT to take?

The type of HRT a patient should take depends on a number of factors, and the best HRT for one patient may not be the best for another patient. You should have a discussion with your doctor to decide whether HRT is suitable for you and which type of HRT is best to take. 

How long do HRT side effects last?

Some of the common side effects of HRT like nausea, headaches and breast pain should improve within the first 3 months of treatment. If these side effects are severe or persist after 3 months you should stop HRT and discuss with your doctor.

Before taking any medication, it is important to read the Patient Information Leaflet. You can find information leaflets for your medicines by typing them into the search bar at medicines.org, or by contacting us.