Menopause What You Need to Know

Women and their doctors are divided about how to approach menopause. Some feel it is a natural event which should normally not need treatment. Others believe that some of the consequences of falling oestrogen levels, such as hot flushes and osteoporosis, require treatment. The aim of this bookis to provide unbiased and non-promotional information about menopause and its management, including women with special needs such as those with early menopause. It is designed to help patients to understand what happens during menopause, the various treatment options and alternative therapiesavailable to help them deal with these symptoms, as well as advice on staying healthy through this often troublesome phase and beyond. The Menopause: What You Need to Know is based on the British Menopause Society Handbook written by experts for doctors and nurses. All of those involved inhealthcare provision to women will find this an excellent book for recommending to their patients.Rees, Margaret is the author of 'Menopause What You Need to Know', published 2006 under ISBN 9781853156724 and ISBN 1853156728.