A Woman's Guide to Menopause and Perimenopause
(Part of the Yale University Press Health & Wellness Series)
Recent groundbreaking research has provided abundant new information on menopause and how women should approach it. This book carefully considers all these findings, explains in detail what we now know about menopause and its treatment, and offers sound guidance for women dealing with the physical and emotional health issues surrounding menopause.
Menopause specialist Dr. Mary Jane Minkin, nationally known not only for her expertise but also for her approachability, answers all the questions about menopause that women want--and need--to ask their health care providers. Dr. Minkin presents scientifically grounded information, explained helpfully and in a non-judgmental manner.
Menopause specialist Dr. Mary Jane Minkin, nationally known not only for her expertise but also for her approachability, answers all the questions about menopause that women want--and need--to ask their health care providers. Dr. Minkin presents scientifically grounded information, explained helpfully and in a non-judgmental manner.
Among the topics included in this volume:
- Hormone replacement therapy, its pros and cons
- Controlling the symptoms of PMS
- Treatments for menopause-related hot flashes, insomnia, and depression
- Menopause and sexuality
- Osteoporosis
- Preventing and detecting cancer of the reproductive organs
- Healthy lifestyle choices for menopausal women
- What the Women's Health Initiative study findings really mean
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0300104359
ISBN13:9780300104356
Release Date:November 2004
Publisher:Yale University Press
Length:432 Pages
Weight:1.60 lbs.
Dimensions:1.1" x 7.0" x 9.2"
Related Subjects
General Health Health, Fitness & Dieting Health, Fitness & Dieting Medicine Women's HealthCustomer Reviews
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Fantastic for all minds!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 17 years ago
This book has been extremely helpful in understanding menopause, treatment, assessing risks and benefits and I would highly recommend it to anyone who is looking to understand this phase of life! It is written in a way that is easy to read and answers several questions from a patient standpoint.
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