Post on 23-Dec-2015
Menopause: What women want
Kathy Abernethy MClinSci RN
Menopause Clinical and Research Unit, Northwick Park Hospital, Harrow
www.themenopausecourse.com
What women don’t want
•“Quick fix”•To be fobbed off•To be patronised•To be stereotyped
What women want…
•To know if it’s menopause•?blood tests•History/assessment
•To understand what is happening•What’s normal?•How long will it last?
What women want…
•To be taken seriously•Discussion about symptoms•Treatment options•Self help•Side effects/risks/benefits
What women want..
• Choices• Lifestyle measures• HRT• Non hormonal medication• Therapeutic approach
• Signposting
Signposting
• Weightwatchers/Slimming Club/Gym• www.menopausematters.co.uk• www.womens-health-concern.org.uk• www.daisynetwork.org.uk• Specialist Clinic/Gynaecologist/Other
practitioners
What women need
• Realistic expectations• Realistic goals• Improved future health
The Young?
Summary
•To feel normal
•To be able to work and socialise as usual
•To make positive changes for future health