Postmenopause and health concerns

• Heart health – decline in estrogen may increase your risk for heart disease.

• Bone health – postmenopausal women are more likely to develop osteoporosis.

• Vaginal health – the vagina thrives on estrogen. When estrogen levels decline, vaginal atrophy can happen.

• Urinary system – increased episodes of incontinence , bladder and urinary tract infections

• Metabolism – lower estrogen may lower your metabolic rate.

How to care for yourself in postmenopause

It’s important to stay on top of your health in the postmenopausal years. The risks of osteoporosis and cardiovascular diseases rise after menopause. Make sure you are:

• Eating a balanced diet
• Exercising regularly
• Continuing to see your gynecologist

If you are experiencing symptoms of postmenopausal vaginal atrophy be sure you:

• Use a water-based vaginal moisturizer daily or as often as you need.

• Have sex regularly whether you are flying solo or with a partner to increase blood flow to the pelvic region.