In their 40s, women's bodies are likely to produce less and less estrogen until they no longer have periods. After menstruation stops and women do not have periods for 12 months, then the body has entered menopause. But according to menopause expert Mary Claire Haver, beyond the physical symptoms women experience during this period, there seem to be some expressions that shouldn't be said unless you intend to hurt these women or make them feel bad.
Here are 10 questions or things you shouldn't say to them!
#1 Why are you crying?
The question should be why aren't you crying? During menopause, the drop in estrogen and progesterone levels can cause mood swings, which makes women less able to cope emotionally with certain situations, especially worries.
#2 Do I turn on the air conditioner?
Hot flashes come suddenly, are uncomfortable and are often not relieved by environmental conditions, because these are reactions that occur in women's bodies during this phase.
#3 Are you pregnant?
Often such a question seems tactless, because the knowledge of reproductive health for women over 40 should not be so little as to reach a question of this level.
#4 Have you tried meditating?
Yes, have you tried keeping quiet?
#5 Are you sure you're not talking about menopause?
You may be sure that you are going through this period, but it is better not to speak than to hear everything being said about you.
#6 Eat less, exercise more
It seems like an encouraging suggestion, but before you give such ideas, first ask if they need them.
#7 Do you have a lot of hot spots?
Such talk can actually lead to sweating and discomfort all over the body, beyond what is normal during menopause in women.
#8 Going through menopause?
This is a very personal question, so it takes a lot of courage to ask a woman so directly about this condition.
#9 Have you heard of dry vagina?
This symptom is normal, since one of the effects of menopause is the drying of the vagina due to lower estrogen levels.
#10 Do not continue with hormones because you may be affected by cancerous diseases
If you think you are a doctor (without a degree), this is a wrong suggestion. Hormone treatment during menopause not only helps to balance hormones, but it also leads to a lower risk of health problems.
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