Key Highlights

• Many women in their 60s still have menopausal symptoms. These can be things like hot flashes and night sweats.

• After menopause, hormone levels get low. This can raise the risk for things like heart disease and osteoporosis.

• Vaginal dryness is common after age 60. Other genitourinary problems may also get worse then.

• Making lifestyle changes in diet and exercise can help a lot. It can improve quality of life and help manage menopause symptoms.

• It is important to tell the difference between menopause symptoms and other health issues that come with age.

• A woman's emotional well-being can be affected during this time. A lot of women feel mood swings and anxiety as part of women’s health challenges.

Introduction

Turning 60 is a big step in life, and it often comes with new health questions. For many women, this is when the stage after menopause really begins. The average age for menopause is about 52, but the symptoms of menopause can last much longer. A lot of women experience changes that are still there each day. Knowing what might happen and what signs you should watch out for can help you feel good and stay healthy as you go forward.

Understanding Post Menopause After Age 60

Post menopause is a stage of life that starts one year after your last menstrual period. By the time women reach 60, most are in this phase. At this point, your hormone levels stay changed. This can bring new changes in your body and how you feel.

Understanding these changes is the first thing you need to do to manage your health and feel better in life. In the text below, we will talk about what this stage is, how your hormones change, and what you can often see when you are in your sixties.

Staying healthy at this age can help your quality of life.

Defining Post Menopause and Age 60 Changes

Post menopause starts after you go 12 consecutive months without a menstrual period. This marks the end of your reproductive years. During the menopause transition, or perimenopause, your hormones go up and down and your cycles may not be regular. In post menopause, estrogen levels stay low all the time.

At age 60, you are now in the postmenopausal stage. The hormonal changes are not changing all the time like before. Your body has now gotten used to lower levels of estrogen and progesterone.

This change in hormones lasts a long time. It is the reason for many signs and health needs you may have during this stage. The change is a normal thing as you get older, but it is not the same as what happens in the years before your last period. When you know this difference, you and your doctor can take better care of your health.

How Hormone Levels Shift in Later Years

In your reproductive years, your menstrual cycle was controlled by the up and down changes of estrogen and progesterone. When you moved into perimenopause, these hormonal fluctuations started to be less steady. This shift leads to many menopause symptoms that people feel. By the time you are in your 60s, your ovaries do not make much of these hormones anymore.

Your estrogen levels stay low and steady now. There is not that rollercoaster of hormonal fluctuations like before, during perimenopause. Even though these ups and downs have stopped, having low estrogen for a long time starts to show more signs. This is the main reason you feel many postmenopausal symptoms or health risks.

At the same time, other hormones like follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) stay high because your body is trying to get the ovaries to work. This new set of hormones shapes your health after menopause. It affects things like your bone density. It can also change your mood.

What to Expect in the Sixth Decade

In your 60s, you may still feel some symptoms of menopause. Hot flashes can stay with you, and several women experience them for many years. Other symptoms, like changes in vaginal and urinary health, often become easier to notice at this time. Vasomotor symptoms may keep going, but as you get older, taking care of your long-term health becomes more important.

The main effects of post menopause happen because your body has less estrogen. This leads to new risk factors for problems like osteoporosis and cardiovascular disease. It also gets harder to tell if your symptoms are from low estrogen or just from getting older because these things often feel the same.

Going through your life at this time means you need to take action. You should know what symptoms bother you the most. Try to understand the health risks below these signs. Work with your healthcare provider to make a plan. This plan will help you feel well and keep you healthy for a long time.

Most Common Post Menopause Symptoms at Age 60

As women move into their 60s after menopause, they may still feel some familiar changes. Even if these symptoms of menopause are not as strong as before, night sweats, hot flashes, and trouble sleeping can keep showing up. These things can still get in the way of their daily life.

Also, signs that have to do with low estrogen, like vaginal dryness and changes when you pee, can get stronger. We will talk more about some of the main signs, both in your body and feelings, that you may face during this time.

Hot Flashes and Night Sweats in Your 60s

Yes, it is normal to have hot flashes and night sweats when you are in your 60s. These vasomotor symptoms happen because the body goes through hormonal changes. These changes can make it hard for your body to keep a steady temperature. It is common for the hot flashes and night sweats to last for years after your last period. For some women, these problems can go on for about ten years or even more.

These quick waves of heat can mess up your day and make it hard to sleep. This can make you feel tired and annoyed. The main cause isn't completely known yet. But it is tied to less estrogen in the body. This change affects the hypothalamus, a spot in your brain that helps control your body temperature.

You can do things to help control these episodes. A good first thing to do is to find out what starts them and stay away from those things. You can try simple ways to deal with them like:

• Try to cut down on caffeine and spicy foods.

• Wear clothes in layers so that you can take them off when you feel too warm.

• Keep a healthy weight, since having too much weight can make your symptoms worse.

Vaginal Dryness and Genitourinary Health

One problem that many women get after age 60 is the genitourinary syndrome of menopause. This happens because the estrogen levels in the body become low. When this happens, the tissue in the vagina and urinary tract gets thin and dry. It also loses some of its stretch and softness.

This can cause things like vaginal dryness, itching, and feeling sore or in pain during sex. You may also have changes when you pee, like feeling a strong need to go more often, or getting more urinary tract infections. If you do not treat these problems, they usually get worse as time goes on.

There are good ways to help with GSM and feel better. Here are some choices for treatment:

• You can use store-bought vaginal lubricants and moisturizers.

• You can talk to your doctor about low-dose topical estrogen creams or rings.

• There is also hormone therapy that goes through the whole body. This can help with these symptoms too.

Sleep Disturbances and Insomnia

Are you finding it hard to sleep well at night? Many women in the menopause transition go through sleep disturbances and have problems like insomnia. These menopausal symptoms can last even when you reach your 60s. In fact, 40-50% of women say they have sleep problems during this time.

These problems can come from a few things. Night sweats often wake you up. You may feel wet and not feel good because of it. At the same time, hormonal changes can also mess with how you sleep. When progesterone, a hormone that helps you sleep, goes down, it can make things worse.

Poor sleep can make your quality of life worse. It can leave you tired during the day, make it hard to focus, and cause you to feel moody. To get good sleep again, you need to find and fix the main cause. This may be dealing with night sweats or making a calm routine before bed. Both can help you sleep well and feel better every day.

Mood Swings and Emotional Changes

Even after the big hormonal fluctuations of perimenopause end, mood swings can still happen when you are in your 60s. You may feel more irritable, or feel anxiety during these postmenopausal years. These emotional changes are common for many women at this time.

Estrogen helps control brain chemicals like serotonin and norepinephrine, which can affect your mood. When hormone levels stay low, you may feel sad a lot or feel more worried. These feelings can get worse if you also do not sleep well or if you are dealing with stress in life, which is common at this time.

It's good to know that changes in how you feel are connected to what your body is going through. If you notice your mood gets in the way of your daily life, talking to a healthcare provider may help. Sometimes knowing why you feel this way can give you some relief, but there are times when getting the right help makes things better.

Physical Changes and Health Risks After Menopause

After menopause, hot flashes are not the only change that you feel. You also get more at risk for some long-term health problems. Lower estrogen can change your bones, heart, and how your body uses food. These changes can really make your daily life different.

Knowing about these risks helps you take steps to stop problems before they start. In this part, you will read about important changes to your body and health after you turn 60. Watch out for things like bone loss, weight gain, and heart disease.

Bone Health and Osteoporosis Concerns

After menopause, bone loss speeds up because the body makes less estrogen. This can raise your risk of osteoporosis. In this bone problem, your bones get weak and easy to break. By age 60, women may lose up to 25% of their bone mass.

Keeping your bone density up is important to stay active and do things by yourself. To do this, you need the right amount of calcium and vitamin D in what you eat or through supplements. It is good to visit your doctor often. A bone density scan may help you and your doctor check your bone health.

Knowing your risk factors is the first thing you should do to help stop problems before they start. There are some things you can’t change. But you can handle some risk factors by making small lifestyle changes.

Weight Gain and Metabolic Slowdown

Have you seen the number go up on the scale? It is not in your mind. A lot of women in their 60s put on weight, especially in the belly. This happens because the body goes through hormonal changes. There is also a natural drop in metabolism as we get older.

When your body has less estrogen, fat can start to build up around your middle. At the same time, you might lose some muscle. Losing muscle can slow down your body's way of burning food for energy. This makes it easier to gain weight.

Keeping a good weight is important for your self-esteem and your health. If you have too much weight, it can make hot flashes worse. It can also raise your chances of getting heart disease and other long-term problems. Eating a balanced diet and doing regular exercise is very important at this stage of life. This helps lower risk factors for many health issues.

Cardiovascular Health: Heart Disease Risk

One of the big health risks for women after menopause is that their chance of getting cardiovascular disease goes up. The drop in estrogen can make this problem worse. Estrogen helps keep blood vessels in good shape and helps control cholesterol. When there is less estrogen in the body, these changes can make it more likely for someone to get heart disease.

After menopause, women usually see their "bad" LDL cholesterol go up. At the same time, "good" HDL cholesterol may go down. Blood pressure can also start to rise. All of this, along with changes as you get older, can lead to a higher risk of heart attack and stroke.

Your 60s are an important time to look after your heart. It is good to get regular check-ups to see your blood pressure and cholesterol. A heart-healthy lifestyle can help lower your risk of cardiovascular disease. You should eat a balanced diet. Get some physical activity each day. Try not to smoke. All these steps can help you be well and feel good.

Cognitive and Psychological Symptoms Post Menopause

After menopause, women do not just feel changes in their body. Many postmenopausal women also notice that their way of thinking and feeling can change. This can have an effect on their quality of life. Some say they feel memory loss or "brain fog." It is also common for them to feel anxiety or mood changes. A lot of women have these problems and talk about them.

These symptoms might feel strange, but they often show up because of changes in hormones that happen during menopause. They can also be caused by not getting enough sleep. It helps to know how your mind and body connect at this time. When you understand this, you can find good ways to feel better and keep your mind healthy.

Memory Loss and Cognitive Function

Do you ever walk into a room and forget why you went there? Or do you look for words and can't find them right away? These moments happen a lot for women after they go through the menopause transition. A lot of people feel worried about this kind of cognitive decline. But most of the time, it is more about the menopause transition and not just getting older.

During menopause, the change in hormones can affect how the brain works. Estrogen helps with things like staying focused and remembering words. When estrogen levels go down, many women feel their minds are not as sharp as before.

These types of thinking problems can also happen because of other menopause symptoms. For example, night sweats can wake you up in the night. If you feel tired because you do not sleep well, it can be hard to focus or remember things during the day. Most women see that these memory slips do not last. They are not a sign of something more serious.

Emotional Well-being and Mental Health

Your feelings are a big part of your health, and you should take care of them after menopause. Many women go through this time without big mental health problems. Still, about 20% feel sad or down at some point during menopause.

Things like having depression in the past can make you more at risk for mood problems. But things that happen in life during these years can also change how you feel. When you have health issues, need to care for older parents, or your job changes, it can make your mental health worse.

Keeping your feelings steady is very important if you want a good quality of life. It helps to know how your hormones, what is happening in your life, and how you feel, all work together. This way, you can get help when you need it. Taking care of yourself and making time to connect with others can really help in your daily life.

Anxiety, Depression, and Coping Tips

Feeling anxious or sad can be very tough in post menopause. Women who have faced mood problems before are at a higher risk, but these feelings can also show up in women who have not been told about such problems before. The mix of hormonal changes and everyday stress can set off a hard time for your feelings.

If you feel your mood is hurting your quality of life, you should talk to a healthcare provider. The first thing most people try is standard antidepressants, and they help many people feel better. Some women may find that hormone therapy helps with their low mood—this is true for those who feel strong vasomotor symptoms as well.

Lifestyle changes can help a lot besides medical care. Here are a few tips to get by:

• Join a support group so you can meet other women who know what you are going through.

• Try to do some physical activity often. It is a proven way to feel better and help your mood.

• Use ways to handle stress, such as yoga, meditation, or mindfulness practice.

Sexual Health Changes at Age 60

Sexual health is a big part of your well-being. It can change a lot after menopause. This is often because hormone levels change, and there is a big drop in estrogen. These changes can cause your body to feel different, and you may feel discomfort. You may also notice that your sexual desire changes during this time.

Issues such as less desire for sex and pain from vaginal dryness can change your sex life and your relationship. But these issues are common and you can deal with them. When you talk openly and try different treatment options, you can have a good and comfortable sex life in your 60s and after that.

Changes in Libido and Sexual Satisfaction

Many women feel a shift in their sexual desire after they go through menopause. This can be a complex thing for people, as there are many reasons it happens. One main reason is hormonal changes in the body. A drop in levels of estrogen and testosterone can make sexual desire go down.

But, there is more to sexual satisfaction than just hormones. Things like feeling anxious or sad, having fights in your relationship, or feeling pain in your body can also affect it. If sex starts to hurt because of vaginal dryness, it's normal for your desire to go down.

It is good to know that not all women experience a drop in sexual desire. Some find that their sex life gets better when they do not have to worry about getting pregnant. Understanding that there are many things that shape sexual desire can help you if you have concerns. This is the first step to deal with any worry you may have.

Managing Pain or Discomfort During Intercourse

Pain during sex happens a lot for postmenopausal women. This is often because of vaginal dryness and thin tissues. These changes are part of something called genitourinary syndrome of menopause. When there is not enough moisture in the vaginal tissues, sex can feel very uncomfortable. There may also be more friction, which can hurt and sometimes even cause the skin to tear.

This is a problem with your body that has real answers. You do not have to just live with the pain. There are many treatment options that can bring back moisture and comfort. These can help you feel good during close moments again.

Talking with your healthcare provider can help you to get the right plan for you. Some of the best methods are:

• You can use over-the-counter, water-based lubricants when you have sex.

• A long-acting vaginal moisturizer can be used a few times each week.

• A doctor may recommend low-dose vaginal estrogen that you put inside the vagina. This type of medicine helps with the changes that happen to the tissue.

Support and Communication with Partners

Going through sexual health changes after menopause can feel easier when you have help from your partner. It helps to talk openly and honestly. This will help you both stay close and find answers together. Your partner will not know what you feel or go through if you do not share it with them.

Talking about how your body has changed can help your partner know why you feel unsure about sex or why some things feel awkward now. This talk can take away stress for both of you. It can also make it easier to try new touch or other close moments that feel good together.

Talking with your partner about your treatment plan can help a lot. When you both talk and work together on these problems, it can make your bond stronger. It can also give you a better sexual relationship. Even though this is your life and a personal time, you do not have to face it by yourself.

How Symptoms May Progress or Change Past 60

The menopausal symptoms you feel in your 60s can be different from the ones you had in your 50s. As you get older and move further into the postmenopausal years, some symptoms may go away. But new symptoms might show up or some may become stronger.

The effects of hormonal changes start to show more as you get older. It is good to learn how the symptoms of menopause can change with time. This helps you know what to look for and how to change your health plans as you get older.

Differences Between Early and Late Post Menopause

Not all women experience postmenopausal symptoms. For those who get these signs, how they feel can change as time goes by. The postmenopausal time has two main parts: early stage and late stage. Each stage comes with its own set of usual symptoms for women.

The early years after the menopause transition are usually marked by vasomotor symptoms. These started during perimenopause and can still be strong after that. But as you get into your 60s and later, other symptoms start to get worse. This is often because lower estrogen levels go on for many years. Tissue changes can become much more clear during these later years.

Here's how the focus can shift:

• Early Post Menopause: Hot flashes and night sweats are often the main issue at this time. Irregular bleeding has stopped by now, but mood swings can still happen. Sleep problems may also stick around.

• Late Post Menopause (Age 60+): Problems like vaginal dryness and the need to pee often can get worse. The big health issues to look out for are heart disease and bone loss (osteoporosis).

New Symptoms That Can Develop After 60

You may think that menopausal symptoms will be gone by the time you turn 60. But low estrogen can still cause some new health issues at this age. These problems are not really new. They happen as the changes in your body have been building up over the years.

Muscle and joint problems, such as back pain, can happen more often. This is because there is bone loss and the body does not get the anti-inflammatory help from estrogen anymore. Problems like leaking urine when you cough or sneeze, called stress incontinence, or needing to go to the bathroom right away, can also start or get worse.

These symptoms can be mixed with other risk factors that come with getting older. That is why it is important to talk with your doctor about any new or getting worse health issues. This helps to find out the cause and the best way to get help, not just think it is another part of menopause.

Monitoring for Other Age-Related Conditions

As you get older, you need to keep an eye out for other health problems. These may not be caused by menopause, but they can feel the same. Going for regular health care visits is very important. This helps look after your quality of life and lets you find treatment options early.

Some conditions like thyroid disease can make you feel tired and make you feel hot or cold. This can feel the same as when you go through menopause. You may also feel your heart racing. This could be from anxiety, or it could mean there is a heart problem.

Your doctor will help you see the difference between these things. There are some main things you should watch for:

• Bone Density: It is good to go for regular bone density checks to look for signs of osteoporosis.

• Cardiovascular Health: Doctors can check your blood pressure and your cholesterol to help watch your heart health.

• Thyroid Function: A small blood test can show if there are any thyroid problems.

Distinguishing Post Menopause Symptoms vs. Other Health Issues

One big challenge in your 60s is knowing if a new pain is one of the symptoms of menopause or something else. It can be hard to tell. This is because many symptoms of menopause can feel like signs of other health problems that show up as we get older. A lot of what happens in the body at this time can feel the same, and that can make things confusing.

This is why you need to have regular health care. A healthcare provider or a menopause specialist can help you understand your symptoms. They can also do any tests you need and share treatment options that may work for you. It is also important to know signs that show something might be wrong. This can help you speak up for your health.

When to See Your Healthcare Provider

Many signs of postmenopausal symptoms can be normal. But, there are some things to look out for. Talk to your healthcare provider if you feel symptoms that are hard to handle. You should also reach out if they make your daily life difficult, or feel out of the ordinary. Don’t wait to get help if you feel something is not right.

A menopause specialist can help you find the right treatment options for you. Your main doctor is also a good person to talk to. They can check to see if you have other health issues. This makes sure you get all the care you need.

You should always go to your provider if you get any of the following:

• Any vaginal bleeding after menopause is not normal. You need to get it checked right away.

• If you have symptoms that do not get better with simple lifestyle changes or over-the-counter products, see a doctor.

• Watch for signs of something more serious, like chest pain, bad headaches, or if you think you broke a bone.

Signs of Chronic Illness vs. Menopausal Changes

A lot of menopausal symptoms can feel the same as signs of a long-lasting illness. This can make it hard to tell what is really going on without seeing a doctor. Fatigue is a good example. A person can feel very tired because of poor sleep from night sweats. But this same tiredness can also come from thyroid problems or feeling low, like in depression.

If you know about these overlaps, you can talk better with your doctor. When you know about the different things that might be going on, you help make sure that health issues are not missed.

Here you can see a list that shows some common signs people feel and what could cause them.

Tracking Your Symptoms Over Time

It can be good for you and your doctor if you note down your symptoms of menopause. You can use a notebook or an app for this. Over time, you will see patterns that might help. This info can help your doctor find out what is going on and help with your treatment.

This record can help tell apart the usual signs of menopause from new health problems. It helps your doctor know how often you feel these symptoms, how bad they get, and what might cause them. This understanding is key for your doctor to come up with a good treatment plan.

When tracking your symptoms, be sure to note:

• Note the hot flashes and how bad they feel. Write down how many you get in a day.

• Look for things that make hot flashes happen. For example, it could be spicy food or stress.

• Think about how hot flashes change your daily life. They may wake you up at night or make it hard to work.

This clear information helps you get the right treatment options and better ways to handle risk factors in your daily life.

Lifestyle Changes and Prevention Strategies for Symptom Relief

You can do a lot to feel better after menopause. Making small lifestyle changes can help you feel good and have a better quality of life. You do not always have to use medicine to feel better.

Taking care of things like what you eat, getting regular exercise, and finding ways to handle stress can help ease uncomfortable symptoms. This can also lower your chances of having health problems in the future. Let’s look at some simple steps you can start using today.

Nutrition and Bone-Supporting Diets

What you eat is very important for your health after 60. It is even more important when you want to protect your bones. A diet that has a lot of calcium and vitamin d helps keep your bone density strong. This also helps stop the loss of bone mass that can cause osteoporosis.

Women in their 60s need to get 1,000-1,500 mg of calcium each day. They also need 400-800 IU of vitamin D daily. You can use supplements to help with this. But it is always a good idea to get nutrients from your food.

Add these foods that help bone health to your meals:

• Calcium-rich foods: You can get calcium from foods like milk, yogurt, cheese, and leafy greens. Vegetables such as kale and broccoli are good, too. Some cereals and orange juice have added calcium as well.

• Vitamin D sources: Eat foods like salmon and mackerel to get vitamin d. You can also drink milk that has been fortified with vitamin d, or spend some time out in the sun in a safe way.

• Phytoestrogens: Foods like soybeans, chickpeas, and flaxseed have plant-based compounds. These can help give some mild relief for some of your symptoms.

Exercise, Strength Training, and Mobility

Regular exercise is one of the best things you can do for your body and mind when you are in your 60s. When you move more, it helps you keep a healthy weight. This can make hot flashes feel less strong. Regular exercise also helps lift your mood. Plus, it helps you sleep well. Both your mind and body feel better when you stay active with physical activity.

Exercise is very important for your bone and heart health. Weight-bearing moves and strength training can help build bone mass. They also help you keep your bone mass strong as you get older. This is good because it fights the effects of osteoporosis.

Try to mix up what you do to get the most out of your time. A good plan for you can have all types of activities in it.

• Weight-bearing exercise: You can go for a walk, jog, dance, or play tennis.

• Strength training: You build muscle when you use weights, resistance bands, or even your own body weight.

• Flexibility and balance: Try yoga or tai chi. These can help you move better and lower your chance of falling.

Stress Management and Mindfulness Techniques

Taking care of stress can help you feel better after menopause. Stress that stays for a long time can make things like hot flashes, sleep problems, and mood swings feel worse. Adding some simple ways to relax or practice mindfulness in your day can help you feel better in your mind. This will improve your quality of life.

Mindfulness is about paying attention to what is happening right now. You do this without judging anything. It can help break the cycle that comes from feeling anxious or from thinking in a bad way. This often happens when you feel big emotional changes at this time in your life.

You do not have to spend lots of time meditating to feel better. Some simple things like deep breathing, easy yoga moves, or going out for a walk in nature can help you feel calm. The important thing is to find a stress management practice that you like. This will help you keep doing it.

Conclusion

To sum up, it's important to know about post-menopause symptoms at age 60 as they can change the way you feel and live. At this stage of life, you may see changes in your body, your thoughts, and your feelings. When you stay informed about menopause symptoms, find help, and make small changes in your daily life, you can feel better and improve your quality of life. Remember, you are not by yourself on this path. If you want help with menopausal symptoms, you can set up a free talk with our experts who will listen and give you advice that fits you.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it normal to experience new post menopause symptoms at age 60?

Yes, this is normal. Some menopause symptoms you feel early may go away, but others can come later. These later postmenopausal symptoms happen when your hormone levels stay low for a long time. You may get things like joint pain or vaginal atrophy, and sometimes these can get worse over time. These symptoms are often tied to increased risk and other risk factors for health issues, so you should talk about them with your doctor.

What treatments are recommended for managing symptoms after 60?

Treatment options after 60 depend on the symptoms you have. Some options include menopausal hormone therapy for women who keep having hot flashes or deal with bone loss. There are also non-hormonal medicines. Topical estrogen can help with vaginal health. Lifestyle changes like eating better and getting more exercise are key for better women’s health and help people manage symptoms at any time.

Can post menopause symptoms impact long-term quality of life after age 60?

Yes, that's right. Ongoing symptoms of menopause, such as not sleeping well, pain when having sex, or mood problems, can make daily life hard. They can also hurt mental health. The increased risk of heart disease and osteoporosis means women have to be careful for a long time. Staying alert is needed to keep a good quality of life and stop serious health problems.

What are the symptoms of menopause after 60?

Common menopausal symptoms after you turn 60 are hot flashes and night sweats, but these may not feel as strong as before. Vaginal dryness can become a bigger problem around this time. Issues with urination may also show up more often. You may still feel mood swings or have trouble with sleep. Joint pain and changes in thinking like "brain fog" can also keep affecting you in these years.

What are the symptoms of low estrogen after 60?

When estrogen levels stay low after age 60, it can lead to several problems. You may feel vaginal dryness, your skin may get thin, and your bones may lose their strength faster, which can cause bone loss and even osteoporosis. A lot of women also keep having hot flushes. There can be issues with the urinary tract, and sex may become painful. Some people deal with memory problems or notice a drop in memory over time.

What helps menopause stomach pain?

Stomach pain is not a typical sign of menopause. But, changes in hormones can make you feel bloated and cause tummy troubles. There are treatment options you can try at home. Try making some lifestyle changes. You may feel better if you stop eating foods that bother your stomach, eat smaller amounts at meals, and get more fiber in your day. If your pain is bad or will not stop, you should see a doctor. A doctor can check to make sure you do not have something else going on.

At what age do post-menopause symptoms end?

There is not one set age when menopause symptoms stop. Hot flashes and other vasomotor symptoms can get less with time. But for some people, these can last for many years. Some symptoms, like vaginal dryness caused by tissue atrophy and risks like bone loss, will stay for the rest of your life.