{"id":10405,"date":"2022-12-14T05:14:34","date_gmt":"2022-12-14T05:14:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.enfieldabudhabi.ae\/?page_id=10405"},"modified":"2026-04-09T09:40:54","modified_gmt":"2026-04-09T09:40:54","slug":"menopause-treatment","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.enfieldabudhabi.ae\/en\/obstetrics-gynecologists\/menopause-treatment\/","title":{"rendered":"Menopause Treatment"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Quick Facts:<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Cost<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Varies. Typically, <strong>200<\/strong> <strong>AED<\/strong> to <strong>1,000 AED <\/strong> or more.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Goals<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Reducing symptoms like hot flashes, vaginal dryness, etc.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Duration<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Anywhere between 25 and 60 minutes.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Results<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Varies. Usually, within 2 to 4 weeks.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Downtime<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: No downtime or break required after treatment.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Success Rate<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Between 65 and 75% or higher.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Treatment Type<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Oral medication with minimal risks.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Average Age<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Common in women between the ages of 45 and 55.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Side Effects<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Breast tenderness, mood swings, nausea, etc.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Alternatives<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Lifestyle changes, exercise, and yoga.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you dealing with issues like hot flashes, night sweats, vaginal dryness, and mood swings? When such symptoms accompany changes in the natural menstrual cycles in women, they could indicate impending menopause. We can\u2019t call it a disease and be correct. Menopause is a natural biological process that comes with the territory of an aging body. However, its symptoms can be difficult to manage sometimes. Hence, we at the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Enfield Royal Clinic Abu Dhabi<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> have gathered, for our readers, all they need to know about this process, its effects, and the best <\/span><b>Menopause Treatment in Abu Dhabi<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that could help them deal with the worst of its symptoms.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 counter-flat ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Content<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a0aa6cf885bd\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #383838;color:#383838\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path 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Brief Overview of Menopause: Treatment and Description<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.enfieldabudhabi.ae\/en\/obstetrics-gynecologists\/menopause-treatment\/#Major_Signs_of_Menopause\" >Major Signs of Menopause:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.enfieldabudhabi.ae\/en\/obstetrics-gynecologists\/menopause-treatment\/#Menopause_Treatment_Cost_in_Abu_Dhabi\" >Menopause Treatment Cost in Abu Dhabi:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.enfieldabudhabi.ae\/en\/obstetrics-gynecologists\/menopause-treatment\/#Key_Characteristics_of_Ideal_Candidates_for_Hormone_Therapy\" >Key Characteristics of Ideal Candidates for Hormone Therapy:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.enfieldabudhabi.ae\/en\/obstetrics-gynecologists\/menopause-treatment\/#Characteristics_of_Candidates_Unfit_for_Hormone_Treatments\" >Characteristics of Candidates Unfit for Hormone Treatments:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.enfieldabudhabi.ae\/en\/obstetrics-gynecologists\/menopause-treatment\/#Examination_and_Diagnosis\" >Examination and Diagnosis:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.enfieldabudhabi.ae\/en\/obstetrics-gynecologists\/menopause-treatment\/#Perimenopause_And_Postmenopause\" >Perimenopause And Postmenopause:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.enfieldabudhabi.ae\/en\/obstetrics-gynecologists\/menopause-treatment\/#How_Hormone_Replacement_Therapy_Works\" >How Hormone Replacement Therapy Works:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.enfieldabudhabi.ae\/en\/obstetrics-gynecologists\/menopause-treatment\/#Non-Hormonal_Solutions_for_Menopause\" >Non-Hormonal Solutions for Menopause:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.enfieldabudhabi.ae\/en\/obstetrics-gynecologists\/menopause-treatment\/#Results_Timeline\" >Results Timeline:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.enfieldabudhabi.ae\/en\/obstetrics-gynecologists\/menopause-treatment\/#Benefits_of_Hormonal_Therapies\" >Benefits of Hormonal Therapies:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.enfieldabudhabi.ae\/en\/obstetrics-gynecologists\/menopause-treatment\/#Health_Risks_Related_to_Menopause\" >Health Risks Related to Menopause:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.enfieldabudhabi.ae\/en\/obstetrics-gynecologists\/menopause-treatment\/#Some_Important_Instructions_About_HRT_for_Menopause\" >Some Important Instructions About HRT for Menopause:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.enfieldabudhabi.ae\/en\/obstetrics-gynecologists\/menopause-treatment\/#Induced_Menopause\" >Induced Menopause:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.enfieldabudhabi.ae\/en\/obstetrics-gynecologists\/menopause-treatment\/#Menopause_in_Men_Andropause\" >Menopause in Men: Andropause:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.enfieldabudhabi.ae\/en\/obstetrics-gynecologists\/menopause-treatment\/#Why_Choose_Us\" >Why Choose Us?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.enfieldabudhabi.ae\/en\/obstetrics-gynecologists\/menopause-treatment\/#FAQs\" >FAQ's:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_Brief_Overview_of_Menopause_Treatment_and_Description\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A Brief Overview of <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Menopause: Treatment<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and Description<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Specialists have a simple criterion for identifying this condition in women; if they haven\u2019t had a period for 12 successive months, they\u2019ve hit menopause. This normally happens in women aged 45 to 55 and involves drastic changes in the hormonal balance of their bodies (i.e., a decrease in estrogen and progesterone). These changes bring on most of the symptoms we discussed earlier and more.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Naturally, the most effective method for dealing with these symptoms is to target their root cause, which is hormone imbalance. That\u2019s what we use hormone therapy for. These treatments have many different forms, but their purpose is the same: bringing hormone levels as close to normal as possible. (more on how this process works and its alternatives in the sections ahead)<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Major_Signs_of_Menopause\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Major Signs of Menopause:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The changes in the natural functions of the body caused by menopause can bring on many different symptoms. We\u2019ve mentioned a few before; here\u2019s a more extensive list.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Irregularity in periods.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vaginal dryness.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hot flashes.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Insomnia.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mood swings (sometimes depression).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Brain fog.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Weight gain.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Slower metabolism.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Decline of breast volume.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dry skin.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hair fall and thinning.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lower Libido (sex drive).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Painful sexual intercourse.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vaginal bleeding.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Menopause_Treatment_Cost_in_Abu_Dhabi\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Menopause Treatment Cost in Abu Dhabi:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The cost of menopause treatment in Abu Dhabi is typically very affordable, ranging somewhere between <strong>200<\/strong> <strong>AED<\/strong> and <strong>1,000 AED<\/strong>. The price and the other expenses associated with this treatment can be quite varied for different individuals. These changes in pricing are normally because of differences in the symptoms of patients, the duration of the treatment, the number of sessions they need, and other factors like that.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Characteristics_of_Ideal_Candidates_for_Hormone_Therapy\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Key Characteristics of Ideal Candidates for Hormone Therapy:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hormone therapy is powerful and effective, but it might not be right for everyone. We\u2019ve listed below a few qualities of the people who may benefit the most from this treatment.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Women under 60.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Within at least 10 years of their last period.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dealing with severe vasomotor issues like hot flashes.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Otherwise, physically and mentally healthy.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Individuals who have premature or induced menopause.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At risk of osteoporosis and other menopause related issues.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Characteristics_of_Candidates_Unfit_for_Hormone_Treatments\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Characteristics of Candidates Unfit for Hormone Treatments:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are a few cases where hormone therapy can do more harm than good. Here are a few common examples of such situations where it is not suitable for the patient.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Women with a history of breast cancer.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A history of uterine cancer.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Those with an unhealthy liver.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High blood pressure.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hepatitis patients.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Individuals with a history of strokes or blood disease.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Important note<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Patient who have any of the problems we mentioned above can consult their doctor for an alternative, safer menopause treatments that work for them.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Examination_and_Diagnosis\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Examination and Diagnosis:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Specialists frequently rely on their observations of the symptoms in a patient to understand the extent of the problem and to determine if said patient is eligible for their treatment. They also recommend certain tests for this purpose, such as:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mammography.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ultrasound of the pelvic organs.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blood test for hormones.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Histological scraping.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Testing to check microflora, such as viruses and bacteria.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The results of these tests and observations play a major role in how the specialists treat their patients.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Perimenopause_And_Postmenopause\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Perimenopause And Postmenopause:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most patients come across two important terms during their diagnosis and consultation for menopause. We use these terms to describe the time before menopause (perimenopause) and the period after it (postmenopause). Specialists often use these to organize the conditions in terms of a continuous timeline. Let us elaborate with the following comparison.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Perimenopause<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is a period (usually 4 to 10 years) where we observe certain precursors to the actual symptoms of menopause. These include irregular or heavy periods, slight mood swings, insomnia, etc.\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Menopause<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is a single point in time that marks the permanent end of menstruation and fertility in women. (characterized by a complete year without periods)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Postmenopause<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is the time after menopause. A few of the symptoms fade in the following years, and others remain but get more manageable over time. This is the period where we need the help of treatments.\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Hormone_Replacement_Therapy_Works\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hormone Replacement Therapy<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Works:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aging weakens the ovaries, and eventually they stop making important hormones like estrogen and progesterone (this, of course, happens during menopause). The lack of these substances brings on most of the menopause symptoms we\u2019ve already talked about at length. For <a href=\"https:\/\/www.enfieldabudhabi.ae\/en\/obstetrics-gynecologists\/hormonal-replacement-therapy\/\">hormone therapy<\/a>, we use synthesized versions of these substances to maintain their levels in the body and deal with the issues caused by their decline.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The therapy comes in many different shapes, including:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pills<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Skin patches<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gels<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sprays<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vaginal rings<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No matter what form they have, they work similarly by replacing the declining hormones in the body. The composition of each kind of medicine also varies greatly. There are estrogen-only medicines, while others have progesterone as well.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Specialists use this versatile medication to personalize their treatments for specific patient conditions and to treat some particular symptoms more effectively.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Non-Hormonal_Solutions_for_Menopause\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Non-Hormonal Solutions for Menopause:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We mentioned a few sections ago that hormonal solutions might not be right in every situation. In cases like that, specialists have to target specific effects of menopause separately.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Antidepressants can help with mood swings.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are also specific medications to deal with hot flashes and night sweats.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ointments and moisturizers for vaginal dryness and skin issues.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exercising regularly and eating healthy can help with other problems like weight gain, lack of sleep, and weakened bones.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Results_Timeline\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Results Timeline:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Menopause treatments usually work gradually over a period of time. Here\u2019s a simplified timeline of results for hormone therapy to give you an idea of how this works.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Time After Treatment<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Results<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>1 to 4 weeks<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Slowly improving sleep, mood, and energy.\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>4 to 12 weeks<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Decline in hot flashes, night sweats, and vaginal dryness.\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>3 to 6 months<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Only minimal symptoms remain, with cognitive function and libido going back to normal.\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Afterwards<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The results can stretch as long as 2 to 5 years or even longer with a healthy lifestyle.\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Benefits_of_Hormonal_Therapies\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Benefits of Hormonal Therapies:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We\u2019ve already talked at length about how this therapy improves and reduces the symptoms of menopause. Let us now mention a few additional advantages that patients get from it.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reduces menopause symptoms<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Helps with vaginal and urinary issues<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prevents osteoporosis<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Protects cardiovascular health\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reduces the risk of diabetes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Improves skin and muscles<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Health_Risks_Related_to_Menopause\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Health Risks Related to Menopause:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At this point, we should explain that menopause can also have some serious ramifications for the overall health of a person. It can lead to major issues; let us explain a few of them.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Osteoporosis<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Estrogen and progesterone have a major role in maintaining bone density. The skeleton becomes weaker and more brittle when these hormones decline, eventually developing osteoporosis.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Heart Problems<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Women tend to have higher blood pressure and cholesterol levels after their menopause. This puts them at a greater risk of heart attacks and strokes.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Metabolic Issues<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After menopause, the metabolism begins to slow down as a byproduct of the other chemical changes happening within the body. That\u2019s why weight gain and lower energy levels are so common in postmenopausal women.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Some_Important_Instructions_About_HRT_for_Menopause\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some Important Instructions About HRT for Menopause:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hormone replacement is a delicate procedure and requires a very carefully planned regimen from a qualified specialist. Patients should never make any change to their treatment plan without the express permission of their specialist.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There is also no set guideline for how long a patient will need the therapy. However, specialists can help decide the best course according to the patient&#8217;s particular symptoms.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Specialists often suggest that their patients monitor their condition regularly when they\u2019re using these treatments to make sure that they\u2019re actually improving.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Induced_Menopause\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Induced Menopause:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before we conclude our discussion, we should give some time to a type of this condition called induced menopause.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Though menopause usually starts as a result of aging, it could also happen due to the surgical removal of the ovaries (or the uterus), because of cancer, or even genetic issues. And this is what we refer to as induced menopause.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Menopause_in_Men_Andropause\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Menopause in Men: Andropause:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although menopause happens only in women, there is a condition very similar to it that is found in men. We call this andropause or late-onset hypogonadism.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This happens when the testosterone levels in men begin to fall, usually in their 40s or 50s. Unlike menopause, this condition progresses very gradually. Common symptoms include erectile dysfunction, lower muscle mass, mood changes, and decreased libido.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Choose_Us\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why Choose Us?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You need a clinic and a specialist you can trust for such intimate treatments as this. A safe environment and a doctor you can talk to easily are very important when you\u2019re going through menopause. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.enfieldabudhabi.ae\/en\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Enfield Royal Clinic Abu Dhabi<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> delivers all you need in these trying times. Here\u2019s why our clients trust us with their most intimate body and skin conditions.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Experienced Gynacologists<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A history of excellence with cosmetic and medical treatments<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Top-of-the-line tools and medical equipment<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A friendly and helpful staff<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Personalized treatment plans for each patient\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get The Best Medical Solutions For Your Most Intimate Problems:<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do you want to get the best <\/span><b>Menopause Treatment in Abu Dhabi<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">? Book your appointment with one of our experts today and get a one-on-one consultation. You can easily set your appointments by filling out the form we\u2019ve placed below or by talking to us directly through our helpline or WhatsApp.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FAQ&#8217;s:<\/span><\/h2>\n<style>#sp-ea-29133 .spcollapsing { height: 0; overflow: hidden; transition-property: height;transition-duration: 300ms;}#sp-ea-29133.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single {margin-bottom: 10px; border: 1px solid #e2e2e2; }#sp-ea-29133.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.ea-header a {color: #444;}#sp-ea-29133.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.sp-collapse>.ea-body {background: #fff; color: #444;}#sp-ea-29133.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single {background: #eee;}#sp-ea-29133.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.ea-header a .ea-expand-icon { float: left; color: #444;font-size: 16px;}<\/style><div id=\"sp_easy_accordion-1773826423\"><div id=\"sp-ea-29133\" class=\"sp-ea-one sp-easy-accordion\" data-ea-active=\"ea-click\" data-ea-mode=\"vertical\" data-preloader=\"\" data-scroll-active-item=\"\" data-offset-to-scroll=\"0\"><div class=\"ea-card ea-expand sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-291330\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse291330\" aria-controls=\"collapse291330\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-minus\"><\/i> What\u2019s The Average Age When Menopause Starts? <\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse collapsed show\" id=\"collapse291330\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-29133\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-291330\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Typically, menopause is most common among women in the age group of 40s and 50s. The average age for menopause is usually cited as 52.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-291331\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse291331\" aria-controls=\"collapse291331\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> What Does Transitional Menopause Mean? <\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse291331\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-29133\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-291331\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">This is another name for perimenopause. To review, this is a period where an individual experiences some initial symptoms before they actually hit their menopause.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-291332\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse291332\" aria-controls=\"collapse291332\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> Is It Possible To Get Pregnant During Menopause? <\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse291332\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-29133\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-291332\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Women can get pregnant in the time before they reach the actual, complete menopause. Once their periods stop permanently, they can\u2019t get pregnant.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-291333\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse291333\" aria-controls=\"collapse291333\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> What Is The Most Common Symptom Of Menopause? <\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse291333\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-29133\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-291333\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Although menopause usually brings a whole variety of symptoms with its onset, the most common effect of this condition is arguably the hot flashes and night sweats.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-291334\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse291334\" aria-controls=\"collapse291334\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> Can Vitamins Help With The Effects Of Menopause? <\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse291334\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-29133\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-291334\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Vitamins and similar supplements can certainly help with menopause, though they aren\u2019t enough to completely cure the symptoms.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-291335\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse291335\" aria-controls=\"collapse291335\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> What Should You Avoid During Menopause? <\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse291335\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-29133\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-291335\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Specialists recommend that women going through menopause should avoid any spicy foods, caffeine, alcohol, sugar, high-fat or processed items.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-291336\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse291336\" aria-controls=\"collapse291336\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> At Which Stage Of Menopause Do You Gain The Most Weight? <\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse291336\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-29133\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-291336\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Women gain the most significant portion of weight during the first few years following the last menstrual period. They can gain an average of 1.5 pounds per year.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-291337\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse291337\" aria-controls=\"collapse291337\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> What Kind Of Doctors Can Help With Menopause? <\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse291337\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-29133\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-291337\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The specialists who are specifically trained to deal with reproductive and hormonal problems, like menopause, are usually gynecologists and endocrinologists.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-291338\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse291338\" aria-controls=\"collapse291338\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> Do The Symptoms Of Menopause Go Away Without Any Treatment? <\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse291338\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-29133\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-291338\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Though not always, the symptoms of menopause do fade away on their own after some time without the interference of medical treatment.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-291339\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse291339\" aria-controls=\"collapse291339\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> What Can I Take In My Diet To Increase Estrogen? <\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse291339\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-29133\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-291339\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">To get more estrogen in your diet, try foods that are rich in phytoestrogens, such as soy products, flaxseeds, nuts, fruits, etc.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Quick Facts: Cost: Varies. Typically, 200 AED to 1,000 AED or more.\u00a0 Goals: Reducing symptoms like hot flashes, vaginal dryness, etc.\u00a0 Duration: Anywhere between 25 and 60 minutes.\u00a0 Results: Varies. Usually, within 2 to 4 weeks.\u00a0 Downtime: No downtime or break required after treatment.\u00a0 Success Rate: Between 65 and 75% or higher.\u00a0 Treatment Type: Oral &hellip;<\/p>\n<p class=\"read-more\"> <a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.enfieldabudhabi.ae\/en\/obstetrics-gynecologists\/menopause-treatment\/\"> <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Menopause Treatment<\/span> Read More &raquo;<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":8,"featured_media":10409,"parent":10388,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"","footer-sml-layout":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"default","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":"","footnotes":""},"tags":[470],"class_list":["post-10405","page","type-page","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","tag-menopause-treatment"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.enfieldabudhabi.ae\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/10405","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.enfieldabudhabi.ae\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.enfieldabudhabi.ae\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.enfieldabudhabi.ae\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/8"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.enfieldabudhabi.ae\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=10405"}],"version-history":[{"count":8,"href":"https:\/\/www.enfieldabudhabi.ae\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/10405\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":29723,"href":"https:\/\/www.enfieldabudhabi.ae\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/10405\/revisions\/29723"}],"up":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.enfieldabudhabi.ae\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/10388"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.enfieldabudhabi.ae\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/10409"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.enfieldabudhabi.ae\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=10405"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.enfieldabudhabi.ae\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=10405"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}