Menopausal Age, Obesity Associated With Heart Failure
The risk for heart failure is increased with increasing body mass index and waist circumference, especially for those with menopausal age 55 years and older.
Menopause
Sleep Apnea Tied to Joint Pain in Postmenopausal Women
Sleep apnea may lead to increased joint pain in postmenopausal women.
Premature Menopause Tied to Higher Risk for Later Dementia
Women who enter menopause very early have a greater risk for developing dementia later in life.
Some Menopause Symptoms Tied to Cognitive Impairment
The severity of certain menopause symptoms is associated with worse cognitive performance among rural women.
Longer Duration of Menses May Be Associated With Alzheimer Disease Biomarkers
Researchers studied how the length of the female reproductive period, which is an indicator of endogenous estrogen, is related to levels of cerebrospinal fluid biomarkers for Alzheimer disease.
Venlafaxine More Effectively Treats Symptoms of Major Depressive Disorder After Menopause Than Fluoxetine
To date, there has not been proven evidence for serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors over selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors in postmenopausal patients with major depressive disorder. Consequently, study researchers aimed to compare the efficacy and safety of venlafaxine vs fluoxetine in the treatment of postmenopausal MDD.
Physical Activity Tied to Mental Wellbeing in Menopause
Physical activity is linked to fewer depressive symptoms, higher satisfaction with life, and higher positive affectivity in menopausal women.
Mood Changes in Menopausal Women: A Focus on Anxiety
Menopausal status should be considered when assessing women with anxiety.
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