Menopause FAQs

Menopause FAQs, part of the Geisinger Healthcare Systems FAQs series, is intended as a patient education resource for women who are entering or experiencing the "change of life." It is an educational tool provided to answer the physical and emotional challenges of menopause while helping to maintain overall health in mid-life and beyond. The author provides focused answers to common questions raised by patients, their partners, friends, and loved ones. The answers are brief and contain gentle explanations to guide the reader in consultation with medical professionals. The text offers crisp, detailed graphics that provide the reader with a thorough understanding of each question. The final section covers treatment options and a discussion of the relationship between menopause and risk factors for cancer, heart disease and osteoporosis. As with all titles in the FAQ Series, this book works to educate patients and provide concise, current information for common ailments.