Overview

Menopause will affect all female patients, and has been prominent in the national conversation in recent years. There is no shortage of online advice, making it hard for patients to navigate this phase of life. We will discuss hormonal management strategies for perimenopause and menopause, empowering you to advise patients appropriately and with confidence.

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Learning Objectives

  • Define perimenopause and menopause, including typical hormone changes and common symptoms
  • Review two hormonal management strategies for perimenopause: hormonal contraception (including pills, patches, and rings) and menopausal hormone therapy
  • Review evidence for hormone therapy in the treatment of common menopausal symptoms
  • Define premature menopause & understand how recommendations differ for this population