Does your body go back to normal after menopause?

In postmenopause, symptoms of menopause may have eased or stopped entirely, but some women continue to have symptoms for longer. The change in your body's hormones however is a sign to keep looking after your health and wellbeing, and be mindful to listen to your body.

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Postmenopause is the time after menopause, when a woman hasn't experienced a period for over a year. Postmenopause, you will no longer have periods but some women do continue to experience symptoms of menopause.

Postmenopause health

In postmenopause, symptoms of menopause may have eased or stopped entirely, but some women continue to have symptoms for longer. The change in your body’s hormones however is a sign to keep looking after your health and wellbeing, and be mindful to listen to your body. There can be an increased risk of some health conditions postmenopause, such as cardiovascular (heart) disease, osteoporosis (weak bones) and urinary tract infections (UTI's). So it is important to have a healthy diet and lifestyle, and to go for your regular cancer screenings such as cervical (smear test) and breast.

Cardiovascular disease

Your risk of cardiovascular disease increases when you have lower levels of oestrogen in your body, as a result of the menopause. This can cause the coronary arteries to narrow and increases your risk of developing coronary heart disease or stroke. The British Heart Foundation (BHF) offer support for women who experience problems with their heart health and who are going through the menopause. It's also important to exercise regularly, to eat a balanced diet and maintain a healthy weight.

Further information about the signs and symptoms of cardiovascular disease

Osteoporosis

Women who have been through menopause are at an increased risk of developing weak bones that may break more easily (osteoporosis) as a result of the lower level of oestrogen in the body.

You can reduce your chances of developing osteoporosis by:

taking HRT – HRT can help to prevent your bones getting weaker, and is more effective the longer it is taken

exercising regularly – including weight-bearing and resistance exercises

weight-bearing and resistance exercises eating a healthy diet that includes plenty of fruit, vegetables and sources of calcium, such as low-fat milk and yoghurt

stopping smoking and cutting down on alcohol

taking calcium and/or vitamin D supplements – if you're concerned about this you can discuss this with your GP You can find out more about exercising safely and choosing the right activity and movement for you if you have osteoporosis by visiting the Royal Osteoporosis Society website.

Urinary tract infections (UTIs)

Urinary tract infections (UTI's) can be common for women going through menopause. With lower levels of oestrogen in your body, your bladder and vaginal tissue may change, causing a range of symptoms and increased risk of urinary infections.

You can prevent UTI's occurring by:

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Your abdominal muscles (abs) sit between your ribcage and your pelvis. Along with your back muscles, they help form the part of your body called the core. The core helps you stay balanced and keeps your spine protected. Most common physical activities — such as walking or running — rely on a strong core. Many people neglect to exercise their abdominal muscles. Doing so can lead to health problems such as bad posture and weakness. Therefore, it’s important to exercise your abs to make sure they stay strong. Some of the most common ab exercises target your lower abdominal muscles. This is one area where fat is stored in the body. Body fat is needed to some extent, to help you stay warm and equipped with enough energy-burning material. However, too much body fat is not good. Lower abdominal exercises focus on tightening and strengthening the abdominal area. If worked enough, they can also help you harden to form defined muscles called a six-pack. It’s important to start any new exercise program slowly. If you feel sharp pain while doing any exercise, stop and talk to a doctor before continuing.

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