Don’t believe all the menopause myths

Does smoking trigger an early menopause? Will HRT make you gain weight? Will you have a difficult menopause just like your mum did? And, most importantly, which menopause myths are true and which aren’t?

In the Spring 2016 issue of The Menopause Exchange newsletter, advanced nurse practitioner Jan Brockie takes a look at some common menopause myths, including whether the menopause is linked to depression, whether or not HRT is natural and how long hot flushes can last. She gives us the lowdown on whether these are true or not and explains why.

“With so much incorrect information about the menopause available, it’s easy to get confused,” says Norma Goldman, founder and director of The Menopause Exchange. “So it’s essential that women are able to distinguish the true facts from the myths.”

The Menopause Exchange, which was established in 1999, is completely independent and is not sponsored by any companies. It provides impartial, easily understood information to women and healthcare professionals. The Menopause Exchange quarterly newsletter contains articles written by top medical experts, such as gynaecologists, GPs, consultants, specialist menopause nurses, complementary practitioners, pharmacists, dietitians etc.

Other articles in the Spring 2016 newsletter include premature menopause, cognitive behaviour therapy and mindfulness and aches and pains, as well as recent news, Ask the Experts Q&As and details of talks by Norma Goldman.

The Menopause Exchange quarterly newsletter is available via email for free. Sign up on our website,www.menopause-exchange.co.uk.

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