Menopause testing measures hormone levels to determine if a woman is approaching or has reached menopause. This checks follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH). FSH is produced by the pituitary gland, located at the base of the brain. It's important in regulating men and women's reproductive processes. For women, it stimulates the growth and maturation of ovarian follicles (which contain eggs) during the menstrual cycle. For men, it stimulates the growth and maturation of ovarian follicles (which contain eggs) during the menstrual cycle. As women age, the ovaries start producing less estrogen and progesterone. The decline of these hormones lead to hormonal fluctuations that result in irregular periods, vaginal dryness, mood changes, headaches, night sweats, and hot flashes. These symptoms are common in perimenopause. Healthcare providers run hormone testing to determine a woman’s stage in menopause. Traditionally, menopause is diagnosed based on a woman’s symptoms and the absence of ...

The 2 common ways of administering menopausal therapy are oral and transdermal. While different, their efficacies are notable in treating various menopause symptoms. Mayo Clinic's published study showed oral estrogen therapy is effective in reducing hot flashes and night sweats by 70%-80%. Also, the British Journal of General Practice published study revealed transdermal estradiol had the highest probability of being the most effective treatment for vasomotor symptoms compared with placebo. However, these treatments come with side effects and associated health risks. Read on to learn more about oral and transdermal menopause therapy. Availability Oral menopause therapy products are available in the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, European Union, Australia, India, China, Japan, and South Africa. Transdermal menopause hormone therapy products are licensed in most European countries, North America, Australia, New Zealand, and several Asian countries (China, India, and Pakistan)...