Menopause

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• ForewordIntroduction1 When will I start the menopause?2 What is happening to my hormones?3 What symptoms could I notice during menopause?4 How will my periods be affected?5 What happens to my bones and ligaments during menopause?6 What is vaginal dryness and urinary incontinence?7 What will happen to my sex drive?8 Managing your menopause9 What is ‘premature’ menopause?10 Maintaining healthy relationships11 Getting the best from your doctor’s appointment12 Menopause and work13 Menopause: the time of your lifeGlossary of TermsAcknowledgements ResourcesIndex

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