Exacerbating Conditions

During menopause, the estrogen production decreases bringing the immunity level in the body down and exacerbating conditions in women. When the body immunity is lowered, it can make women to be more susceptible to autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis, osteoporosis and lupus. Some women reported that their existing conditions is worsening when the enter menopause.

Researchers have found that CD16, a molecule that regulates inflammation increases when estrogen decreases. In this situation, the inflammation will affect the tissues in the body joints and make her at risk to rheumatoid arthritis as well as exacerbating conditions that she already have. Compared to men, the risk of rheumatoid arthritis is 2 - 3 times more in women.

Osteoporosis is usually associated with old age but it is actually a progressive condition and most people do not aware that it can begin at much earlier age. Menopause, known for its ability of exacerbating conditions will make osteoporosis worsen. The absorption and thinning rate of the bones is occurring faster especially in post menopause women. As such, it is important that you watch for sign of osteoporosis in the bone during menopause.

Some women reported that during the transitional phase of perimenopause, their pre-existing conditions such as depression, anxiety, sleeping problems and irritability becoming worse. These exacerbating conditions can also be attributed to the stress and fatigue that the body experiencing. Even when her body is able to cope with her pre-existing conditions during younger days, it is often that women find it more difficult to handle it once menopause sets in. You should also watch your diet especially your blood sugar levels. Women with diabetes found that their condition is being exacerbated when they enter menopause. You may want to reassess your dietary program under your dietician supervision.

Treatment to relief you from your exacerbating conditions are usually the same as before. Do not increase recommended dosage without proper assessment from your doctor. You should try to alleviate your other menopause symptoms first as it may improve your other conditions. Hormone replacement therapy is commonly used but you could also consider alternative treatments. Black cohosh, dong quai, ginseng, primrose oil and vitamins supplement are some of the popular choices. Calcium intake is also beneficial in combating osteoporosis.

It is often that the exacerbating conditions are caused by the other menopause symptoms having their effect to the body. However, you should watch out for conditions that can greatly affect your health such as rheumatoid arthritis and osteoporosis. Your condition should improve once the menopause symptoms becoming less severe. If things does not return to its pre menopause level even after your are fully menopausal, you should talk to your doctor on the possible action and treatment that is necessary.