Learning about menopause:

• What are perimenopause and menopause?
• What causes menopause?
• What are the symptoms of perimenopause, menopause, and postmenopause?
• What kinds of hormone changes are happening during perimenopause and postmenopause?
• Who is affected by menopause?

Being diagnosed:

• When do I need to see my doctor?
• Are there any special exams or tests I should have around the time of menopause?
• Who should I see about menopause?

Getting treatment:

• Do I need treatment?
• What types of treatment are effective for relieving menopause symptoms?
• What is hormone replacement therapy (HRT)?
• What is estrogen replacement therapy (ERT)?
• What do I need to know about the risks and benefits of HRT and ERT?
• Are there non-hormone options for symptom relief?
• Are "bioidentical" hormones different than synthetic hormones?
• What about natural progesterone cream and wild yam?
• Should I use hormone replacement therapy (HRT)?

Ongoing concerns:

• What do I need to know about the Women's Health Initiative research on HRT and ERT risks and benefits?
• What do I need to know about heart disease after menopause?
• What can I do to prevent osteoporosis after menopause?

Living with symptoms of perimenopause and menopause:

• What can I do in my daily life to reduce symptoms of perimenopause?
• How can I manage hot flashes?
• What are meditative breathing exercises?
• What is black cohosh?
• What is soy?
• What is yoga?