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Menopause appointment
menopause · perimenopause · hot flashes · hormone replacement therapy · HRT
The doctor helps you go through menopause more comfortably. They look at hot flashes, sleep, and mood, and suggest treatment if needed.
For hot flashes, sweating, sleeplessness, mood swings, vaginal dryness, or irregular periods after age 40 to 45.
⏱ Duration: the visit usually takes 30 to 40 minutes; test results come in 1 to 7 days
Be sure to tell your doctor
How to prepare
- Notes. For a week, write down how often you have hot flashes and how you sleep.
- Tests. Bring your latest mammogram, ultrasound, and test results, if you have them.
- Questions. Think about what you want to discuss: hormones, bones, weight, sex.
What to bring
- Your ID
- A list of your medicines and supplements
- Your latest mammogram and test results
- Your hot flash notes
How it goes
- The doctor asks about your symptoms and health
- Your blood pressure and weight are checked
- A pelvic exam and breast exam are done
- You get referrals: blood tests, ultrasound, mammogram, sometimes a bone density scan
- The options are explained: lifestyle, hormones, and other medicines
- Together you choose a plan
What you'll feel
- Usually nothing unpleasant
- The pelvic exam may be uncomfortable with dryness. Tell your doctor
Afterwards
- Have your tests as listed
- If treatment is prescribed, a follow-up is usually after 2 to 3 months
- Exercise, not smoking, and a diet with calcium help your bones and heart
- Have breast checks and smear tests regularly
Contact a doctor straight away if
- Bleeding after your periods have stopped for a year: see a doctor
Common questions
Is hormone therapy dangerous?
For many women, the benefits outweigh the risks if started at the right time. Your doctor will assess your risks.
How long do hot flashes last?
It varies, usually a few years. Treatment helps reduce them.
Do I need birth control during menopause?
Usually yes, until your periods have stopped for a year. Check with your doctor.