Headaches During Menopause
Menopause associated headaches have been observed in deficient a function of estrogen due to increased vasomotor symptoms. If there are other symptoms of low estrogen, in addition to the headaches, then EstroMend™ may be a good best choice. However, it is import to remember that progesterone is anti-inflammatory, as well as calming, soothing and relaxing (it maintains healthy function of GABA). So if there are other symptoms of low progesterone, then ProgestoMend™ may be a good choice.
Of interest, low testosterone has been associated with increased headaches in both men and women. This may be due to the effect on blood vessels (low testosterone can also cause vasomotor symptoms – in both genders), or it may be due to other mechanisms. None-the-less, if there are other symptoms of low testosterone, in addition to the headaches, then TestoGain™ may be a good choice.
Recurrent headaches are also a symptom of low thyroid function (hypothyroidism), so consider ThyroMend™ if you also have other symptoms of low thyroid function. You may consider ThyroMend™ even if thyroid replacement therapy is being taken because thyroid function is a complex process. Use the Hypothyroid Risk Questionnaire™ to determine risk of hypothyroidism.
Since it is possible to have more than one hormone imbalance, more than one of the Hormone Specific™ Formulations may be appropriate. Look at the symptoms associated with each major hormone imbalance to help you determine the most likely cause of these symptoms.
Consider EstroMend™ if you have other symptoms associated with low estrogen, which may include hot flashes; night sweats; feeling more depressed; more withdrawn or isolated; feel periods of hopelessness; feel apathetic; feel a loss of energy; feel more fatigued; feel less receptive to sex; feel less sensual; feel that your sex drive is diminished; increased vaginal pain, dryness or itching; insomnia, difficulty falling to sleep or difficulty staying asleep; trouble with your memory; having trouble remembering names; more forgetful; mood is low, less upbeat, less positive or less outgoing; less “good moods’ and times of joy; caring less about things that used to matter to you; trouble controlling your urine; have to urinate more often; spill urine when you cough or sneeze; your perception is weakening, it takes you longer to notice things; trouble thinking of the right word when speaking or writing; your mental skills are diminishing.
Consider ProgestoMend™ if you have other symptoms of low progesterone, which may include more aches and pain; starting to get arthritis; non-menstrual spotting or break-through bleeding; Dysfunctional Uterine Bleeding; more inflammations and swellings; new allergies or asthma; allergies or asthma getting w; twitches and spasms; mental fogginess; trouble thinking clearly; more mood swings; more fatigued; tired in the morning; more irritable; more nervous tension; more anxiety; feel more anxious.
Consider TestoGain™ if you have other symptoms of low testosterone, which may include decreased libido; less sexual fantasies or less sexual desire; less likely to become sexually aroused; less pleased with sex; feeling more irritable; feeling less composed and in control; feeling less motivated in general; less assertive; less energetic; becoming anemic, or think you are anemic; low blood pressure; less muscle strength; you feel weaker; having more trouble with mental skills requiring logic and problem solving; having trouble focusing and maintaining your attention; memory weakening; trouble remembering things and events; feel more depressed; mood is low; less confident; feeling frightened or afraid.
Other Considerations
Even though headaches with menopause may simply be due to changes in hormones that can be addressed with one or more of the Hormone Specific™ Formulations, it is important to discuss these symptoms with a healthcare professional to make sure that there is not a more serious medical condition that needs to be addressed.
If there are other symptoms that may be due to menopause changes, consider using the Menopause Type® Questionnaire to do a more comprehensive analysis of which hormone problems may be involved.