Managing Your Menopause Type^® Educational Class

Session Two - Your Quality of Life

Other Causes of Symptoms

Hormone deficiencies are a real possibility in menopause. Though a deficiency of all hormones does not occur in every menopause type^®, when there is a deficiency it can cause significant symptoms.

However, many of the symptoms associated with hormone deficiency, or testosterone excess may be due to poor lifestyle choices such as lack of exercise, inadequate rest, stress, smoking, inadequate intake of water, or excessive caffeine or alcohol consumption. Nutrient deficiencies brought on by dieting or lifestyle may also precipitate some of these symptoms. In addition, other hormonal imbalances such as thyroid or adrenal may be to blame for the symptoms.

Consider the following a partial list of other causes of estrogen, progesterone or testosterone deficiencies, or testosterone excess.

Breast & Vaginal Changes

Decreased Lean Tissue

A number of hormone deficiencies

Decreased caloric intake

Infections

Lack of exercise

Weight loss

Low androgens

Vasomotor Instability

(hot flashes, night sweats)

Urinary System Changes

(incontinence, leaking urine)

Other hormone deficiencies

Low androgens

Blood glucose imbalances

Infection / sensitivities & allergies

Food allergies & intolerances

Structural (strain)

Loss Of Energy

Loss of Skin Firmness or Fullness

Adrenal fatigue

Dehydration

Low Thyroid

Inadequate collagen nutrients

Nutritional deficiencies

Low androgens

Facial Hair (hirsutism)

Voice Changing

Agonists

History of smoking

Hereditary hirsutism

Infection

Acne / Oily Skin

Carbohydrate Intolerance

Nutrient deficiency

Stress

Adrenal fatigue

Low Thyroid

Trouble With Memory

Mood Low / Depression

Inadequate sleep

Stress / nutrient deficiency

Depressants / stimulants

Use of depressants (alcohol)

Stress / nutrient deficiencies

Less Motivation

Decreased Libido

Depressants / stimulants

Low androgens

Depressants / stimulants

Stress / nutrient deficiencies

Agitated Mood

Insomnia

Nutrient deficiencies

Depressants / stimulants

Stress

Stress / nutrient deficiencies

Sleep Deprivation

What this means to you

With so many causes for these symptoms, it is all the more important to recognize the Foundational Therapies as mentioned in the previous Menopause Choices page. As noted, foundational therapies such as lifestyle, nutrition, herbs and homeopathy can be started on the first visit to your doctors' office. More advanced therapeutics such as hormone precursors or natural hormones should wait until more objective data such as lab tests are available.

What's Next?

With so many causes of symptoms it is important to begin foundational therapies that are appropriate for your unique needs, based on your menopause type^®. The next slide presents some of the foundational therapies you may consider.

The Managing Your Menopause Type® Educational Class is provided to the public without charge. This information is provide for education purposes only, and is not intended to prescribe treatment. Consult a physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional regarding the applicability of any opinions or recommendations with respect to your symptoms or medical condition.