Introduction to the Menopause

An overview of the menopause, from diagnosis and symptoms through to managing a consultation and understanding the treatment options available.

Course Content

• What is the Menopause
• Types of Menopause
• Diagnosing menopause
• Symptoms
• Initial Consultation: – How to structure:
• Tools to help
• What do I need to know
• Templates
• Contraception in the Perimenopause
• Management Options
• HRT:
• Benefits
• Risks
• Tools to help decide
• Individualisation
• Prescribable options
• Where to get help
• Review
• How long for?
• Alternatives to HRT:
• Prescribable
• Lifestyle
• Herbal/OTC
• CBT
• Diet/Alternative therapies
• Vagina/Urogenital Issues: Treatment options – prescribable and OTC
• ..
• Case Studies
• Q & A and discussion