Wearables and apps for the management of menopause
Introduction: The menopause transition is disruptive, potentially lasting for a decade or more and causing symptoms such as vasomotor (e.g., hot flushes), psychological and urogenital [1]. Non-hormonal management of symptoms exist (e.g., lifestyle modifications) but evidence of effectiveness is inconclusive [2]. Digital technologies may aid management by deploying personalized devices that capture objective intrinsic data to meet individual needs [3] while simultaneously aiding healthcare practitioners deliver personalized and well informed care [4]. (Source: Maturitas)
Source: Maturitas - June 8, 2023 Category: Primary Care Authors: Alan Godfrey Tags: Abstract ID: 89 Source Type: research
Menopause: empowering women - Menopause: a patient perspective
Rachel Weiss, Founder of the Menopause Caf é charity, presents the perspective of people experiencing menopause, not all of whom are patients, since half don’t consult a healthcare professional (BMS 2016). (Source: Maturitas)
Source: Maturitas - June 8, 2023 Category: Primary Care Authors: Rachel Weiss Tags: Abstract ID: 66 Source Type: research
Optimizing diet and nutrition during the perimenopause transition, finding the route to inspire change
Optimizing diet and nutrition during the perimenopause transition, finding the most effective route to inspire change (Source: Maturitas)
Source: Maturitas - June 8, 2023 Category: Primary Care Authors: Nigel Denby Tags: Abstract ID: 9 Source Type: research
A case report - Multidisciplinary approach to sexual dysfunction in post-menopausal women in Singapore
Introduction& Rationale: This case highlights the multidisciplinary approach used in the management of sexual dysfunction in post-menopausal women. A 52-year-old Chinese female presented with an 8-month history of worsening dyspareunia, low libido and secondary anorgasmia. She was on continuous menopause hormone therapy (MHT) that was initiated 2 years prior. Her initial presenting complaints were hot flushes, sleep disruption, vaginal dryness and mood instability – all of which resolved with MHT. (Source: Maturitas)
Source: Maturitas - June 8, 2023 Category: Primary Care Authors: Jean Jasmin Lee, Farah Safdar, Seng Bin Ang Tags: Abstract ID: 11 Source Type: research
Effects of hormone replacement therapy on bone mineral density in Turner syndrome patients in Korea
Background: Turner syndrome (TS) is a common chromosomal abnormality, which is caused by the loss of all or part of one X chromosome. This clinical syndrome is characterized by short stature and sexual infantilism, and accompanied by systemic disorders in major organs with higher incidence of osteoporosis. Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) based on the use of growth hormone and sex hormone in TS is important in terms of puberty, growth and prevention of osteoporosis. However, hormone regimen studies are rare, and to date, no such study has been conducted in Korea. (Source: Maturitas)
Source: Maturitas - June 8, 2023 Category: Primary Care Authors: Eun A. Choi, Sun Young Kim, Heeyon Kim, Yoen Ju Lee, Sang Wha Kim, Bo Hyon Yun, Young Sik Choi, Seok Kyo Seo Tags: Abstract ID: 18 Source Type: research
