Menopause Websites

Most every woman going through perimenopause or menopause has questions about what is happening to her body. She may have questions about what to expect, symptoms, duration, treatment and HRT (Hormone Replacement Therapy). Fortunately, there are a number of great menopause sites that can provide answers to menopausal questions; many of which can serve as a supplement to a physician's expertise.

Significance

Accessing menopause websites to learn about menopause is significant because these sites may provide additional in-depth information over and above what you received at your doctor's office. While it is important to listen to your doctor, menopause sites can fill in the blanks and possibly answer the questions that you wish you would have asked before you left your doctor's office. These menopause sites can also help prepare you for your doctor's visit by helping you come up with a list of questions about menopause to ask your doctor at your visit.

Authoritative

When researching menopause sites, it is a good idea to make sure the website is authoritative. This means that the website is recognized for being true, reliable and credible. Reputable websites will generally provide information on who owns and runs the website on every page. Authoritative websites often have domains that end in .gov, .edu or .org. However, some authoritative websites such as the menopause web pages on the Mayo Clinic utilize the .com domain.

Comprehensive

A good menopause site is comprehensive. The website will contain information on symptoms, duration, tests and diagnosis. Menopause sites that are comprehensive also have information on treatment and often include natural and alternative treatments. Further, some comprehensive websites will provide links to resources and references to other reputable information about menopause.

Benefits

Using the Internet to learn about menopause has a number of benefits. You may find that your menopause symptoms are normal, which may help to ease your mind. You may learn about alternative treatments that may provide you with relief from your menopause symptoms. Accessing sites for menopause information is faster and easier than getting in the car, driving to the doctor's office and waiting a lengthy time to see the doctor. Some of the menopause sites have links to forums, where you will be able to communicate with other women that may be going through the same experiences.

Warning

Even though menopause websites may be authoritative, comprehensive and credible, it is still important to listen to your doctor's orders and advice. If you learn about a new treatment or natural remedy for your symptoms from menopause sites, check with your doctor before starting any new treatment.

References

• National Institutes of Health - Medicine Plus
• Project Aware
• American Menopause Foundation

Resources

• Women's Health - Menopause Treatment
• Mayo Clinic - Menopause

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