LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM: A survey found that 80% of women feel “unprepared” to experience perimenopause and menopause. A research survey of 2,069 British women between the ages of 18 and 74, interviewed about their knowledge of menopause, said they were “unprepared” or “anxious” about what to expect and only 17% said they would know how to go come on. symptoms could occur and symptoms on their bodies.
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As for the treatments they would consider, HRT gel or tablets were the most popular, 38% of the survey revealed, followed by skin enhancement treatments to improve hydration and wrinkle injections. And 56% say they are “anxious” about what to expect, rising to 71% among women between the ages of 18 and 39. The study ahead of World Menopause Day, which will take place on October 18, 2022, also revealed that 63% of women who have not yet experienced menopause were unaware that symptoms can occur up to ten years before. their last cycle.
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Menopause is a natural process with treatments that focus on symptomatic relief. dr. Yusra Al-Mukhtar, Harley Street Beauty Consultant, said: “Evidently there is a gap between knowledge and awareness of which marks on the skin and body can be prevented. Awareness must give way to vigorous preventive action ”. the Daily Mail reported.
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The study found that women use skin-enhancing treatments to treat symptoms such as increased sweating (51%), sagging facial contours (38%), increased wrinkles (33%) and acne (32%). This also includes concerns about dark circles, dry, itchy, swollen skin, or dull complexion.
Research included that women facing perimenopause, which is when a woman’s body makes the natural transition to menopause, experienced more anxiety and stress over skin and body problems than menopausal women – 67% compared to 60%.
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A 41-year-old woman who was diagnosed with postmenopause at age 14 and who was undergoing skin treatment with Dr. Yusra said: “I think women don’t understand enough the signs of perimenopause and of menopause on the skin and the effects that hormonal changes can have. If you don’t understand the symptoms, how can you know how to adapt your skincare regimen and better understand the treatments available? ”
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Other remedies for menopause include eating foods rich in calcium and vitamin D, consuming lots of fruits and vegetables, avoiding trigger foods such as caffeine, alcohol, and sugary or spicy foods that cause hot flashes, night sweats, and can cause mood swings. Exercise regularly and eat more foods rich in phytoestrogens which can help balance hormones. Take natural supplements and drink plenty of water regularly.
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