Understanding menopause
Every MenoHealth guide on Understanding menopause, in one place.
Understanding menopauseHow Long Does Menopause Last?
The complete, evidence-based timeline — and why most women are told it’s shorter than it is
By Karla F. Loken, DO, FACOOG· 22 min read
Understanding menopausePerimenopause Symptoms: The Complete Guide
Perimenopause symptoms span vasomotor, sleep, mood, cognitive, body, sexual, and metabolic categories. A clinician-reviewed complete guide with what helps.
By Karla F. Loken, DO, FACOOG· 21 min read
Understanding menopausePerimenopause vs. Menopause: Understanding the Key Differences
Perimenopause vs. menopause: one is a phase, the other is a date. The clinical difference, what it means for treatment, and where postmenopause fits.
By Karla F. Loken, DO, FACOOG· 14 min read
Understanding menopauseWhat Age Does Perimenopause Start? Understanding the Transition
Perimenopause typically starts between 40 and 44, but a meaningful minority begin earlier. What sets the timing, the early signs, and when to seek care.
By Karla F. Loken, DO, FACOOG· 16 min read
Understanding menopauseSurgical Menopause: What to Expect After Hysterectomy or Oophorectomy
Surgical menopause causes abrupt, intense symptoms when both ovaries are removed. What to expect, when HRT is right, and how to manage symptoms after surgery.
By Karla F. Loken, DO, FACOOG· 17 min read