After Morag and her healthcare provider have the initial discussion about Morag’s symptoms, her healthcare provider gathers more information to assess if Morag is menopausal and what treatment options may be suitable.
To assess Morag for menopause and what treatments are suitable for her, her healthcare provider gathers information through questions and conducting a few examinations. Her healthcare provider explains that they will get this information today and then bring Morag back to discuss her results.
The aims of screening and evaluating for menopause are to:
- Screen and diagnose menopause-related issues and age-related diseases
- Assess general condition of the individual through clinical examination and basic laboratory tests to understand how the organs are functioning
- Create a treatment plan to manage symptoms that is tailored to the individual’s medical history and personal preferences.
Disclaimer: It is important to note that the use of laboratory tests, including blood and urine, to help diagnose menopause varies based on the individual’s health and symptoms as well as the health care professional’s preference.
- Blood or urine tests can help to measure levels of hormones including: oestradiol, follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), and luteinizing hormone (LH).
During and after the menopause transition it is highly recommended that individuals get regular physical, pelvic, breast, colorectal, and skin exams to monitor their health.
Due to the risks associated with hormone replacement therapy, if it is being considered a treatment option for menopause symptoms, then a few examinations are recommended to be completed. These examinations include:
- Measure blood pressure
- Calculate Body Mass Index (BMI) by measuring height and weight
- Ensuring that smears (cervical cancer screening) and mammograms (breast cancer screening) are up to date
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