Menopause symptoms and relief

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Publisher: Office on Women's Health, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services · Published: August 2, 2026 · Accessed: August 2, 2026

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• Changing periods, hot flashes, sleep problems, mood changes, and vaginal or urinary symptoms can occur during the menopause transition.
• Keeping the bedroom cool, using a fan, dressing in removable layers, and identifying triggers may help with hot flashes.
• Nonhormonal prescription options are available for hot flashes.
• As many as two-thirds of women going through perimenopause report problems with memory or trouble focusing.
• Menopausal hormone therapy does not treat or prevent memory loss or brain diseases, including dementia and Alzheimer's disease.
• Getting enough sleep and physical activity, eating healthy, not smoking, staying socially active, and staying mentally active may help with memory and focus; talk to a health care provider if forgetfulness or other mental problems affect daily life.