Symptoms Management
There are simple steps you can take to reduce the impact of the most common symptoms of the menopause - hot flushes and night sweats:
- Take regular exercise
- Wear lighter clothing and layers
- Sleep in a cooler room
- Keep stress levels to a minimum
- Avoid triggers, such as spicy foods, caffeine, smoking or alcohol
- Use fans and water sprays to cool yourself
- Take a change of clothes
In this section you will also find links to useful tools to assist in identifying and recording your symptoms, followed by an action plan to help you get the most out of your visit to your doctor.