Burning mouth
A burning mouth is another potential symptom of menopause hormonal changes. It may manifest as a feeling of burning, tenderness, tingling, heat, or numbing in or around the mouth. This is another result of hormonal changes.
The mucus hormones in the mouth have sex hormone receptors, which decrease with a decline in estrogen. This can contribute to pain and discomfort.
Curious Sign #2
Changes in taste
Some people changes in their sense of taste, with stronger flavors, during menopause. They may also experience a dry mouth, which can lead to a higher risk of developing gum disease or cavities.
Curious Sign #3
Joint pain
Estrogen helps decrease inflammation and keep the joints lubricated. As a result, some people experience joint pain due to decreased estrogen.
Estrogen is responsible for regulating fluid levels throughout the body, so when the body becomes low in this hormone, females are more prone to joint aches or menopausal arthritis.
MENOPAUSAL ARTHRITIS! OH NO!
Electric shock sensations
Some people can experience sensations that resemble electric shocks during perimenopause and menopause. This, but it may be the result of changing hormone levels in the nervous system.
THE HORMONES AND THE NERVOUS SYSTEM ARE GOING THROUGH SOME CHANGES! WOW!
Curious Sign #5
Itchiness
As estrogen is related to collagen production and skin hydration, a decline in this hormone can lead to increased itchiness or dryness, typically around the vulva, but may also occur elsewhere such as legs, arms, back, feet and hands.
ITCHINESS IS A PART OF THE DEAL?
Curious Sign #6
Stress incontinence
Stress incontinence refers to a frequent or sudden urge to urinate. Some people also refer to it as an “overactive bladder” This symptom is common during menopause, as changes in hormone levels can cause the bladder and pelvic muscles to become weaker.
KEGEL EXERCISES NEED TO BE DONE MORE OFTERN: Kegel exercises are a type of pelvic floor muscles training that involves contracting and releasing the muscles that support the bladder rectum and uterus.
Curious Sign #7
Irregular heartbeat
Some people may experience an irregular heartbeat or palpitations during or after menopause. It is always a good idea to discuss symptoms relating to the heart with a healthcare professional.
TAKE YOUR TIME AND LISTEN TO YOUR HEART.
Curious Sign#8
Tinnitus
Tinnitus is a symptom that involves hearing a sound that has no external cause. This can include a ringing in the ears, roaring, or buzzing. It may affect one or both ears. Other signs of tinnitus may include:
- whistling
- humming
- clicking
- hissing
- squealing
While the exact prevalence is unknown, a 2018 study has shown that people going through menopause may experience tinnitus. This may be due to the hormonal changes within the body.
JUST SIT BACK AND RELAX AND UNDERSTAND THE SIGNS.
Curious Sign #9
Panic disorder
In some cases, individuals may experience panic attacks during menopause. When these attacks occur unexpectedly or suddenly, they can indicate panic disorder. This may happen due to hormonal changes or the fear of feeling anxious itself.
TAKE A MOMENT TO BREATHE AND RELAX.
Did I forget to mention some of the others?
- Night sweats
- Mood swings
- Hot flashes
- Irregular periods
- Breast soreness
- Decreased libido
- Vaginal dryness
- Headache
- Reccurring UTIs
- Change in taste
- Acne
- Fatique
- Digestive changes
- Sleep disturbances
- Memory lapse
- Difficulty concetrating
- Thinning hair
- Brittle Nails
- Weight gain
- Dizzy spells
- Allergy
- Osteoporosis
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Irritability
