The risk of cardiovascular disease increases significantly in post-menopausal women due to age related changes, menopausal changes, and sex-specific risks. Part of a comprehensive plan for the management of menopausal women is to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease. To do this we need to first assess all of the potential risk factors for each individual patient so that we can decide on appropriate treatment
There are a few hormonal events that increase the risk of cardiovascular disease among menopausal women.
These events include:
Starting menses earlier than 12 years of age
Prior diagnosis of PCOS or endometriosis
Prior history of miscarriage
Prior history of infertility
Hypertensive disorders during pregnancy
Gestational diabetes
Pre-term delivery
Premature menopause
Menopause starting earlier than 50 years of age
Severity of vasomotor symptoms include hot flashes
All menopausal women should be screened for these risk factors so that we can have a sober view of their potential for cardiovascular disease in the future and get started on preventative steps to help reduce risk.
Do you want to thoroughly assess your health so that you can move into menopause with confidence? Book your consult today and get started on having better health for the rest of your life.
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