The menopause

Few women will get through the menopause without experiencing any symptoms at all and for some, symptoms can be quite severe, having a significant impact on everyday activities.

Learning objectives

After studying this module assistants will:

• Understand what happens in the body to cause the menopause and its symptoms
• Be able to recognise the women who need referring to the pharmacist or their GP for advice
• Be aware of the treatment options available, including self care measures.