Menopause symptoms checklist

Low levels of estrogen due to the menopause often cause changes in the vagina and bladder, which can then lead to discomfort and urinary problems.

Vaginal dryness (Vaginal Atrophy – VA) can be helped by using vaginal lubricants and moisturisers, and the underlying estrogen deficiency changes can be cured with vaginal estrogen which is effective and safe.

Some women find it difficult to talk about these changes and are often embarrassed to bring up the subject with their doctor or nurse. Menopause matters has a symptom checklist on the website which can be printed and taken to your appointment.

To see the checklist, click here.