Patient's question:
I have been feeling hot flashes and chest tightness lately, which is very uncomfortable. I also tend to get angry easily. What would be a good way to deal with menopausal syndrome?Doctor's answer:
Menopause is a special period, during which ovarian function gradually declines and the production of estrogen increases, leading to various physical changes and many uncomfortable symptoms in women, such as: flushing, excessive thirst, upper body heat, irregular menstruation, elevated blood pressure, fatigue, shortness of breath, chest tightness, anxiety, irritability, neurasthenia, dizziness, lightheadedness, palpitations, and decreased libido, among others. To alleviate menopausal symptoms, one can generally consider consuming more soy products rich in isoflavones. For severe cases, hormone therapy or traditional Chinese herbal medicine may be used for regulation. Menopause is a gynecological condition that is prone to occur.