Breaking the Myths – Menopause

Even though it affects millions of women, there are many widespread myths about menopause, according to the Mayo Clinic. Contrary to popular belief, it can affect women under the age of 50, and its symptoms often include more than just hot flashes, such as sleep problems, weight gain, and memory problems.

To help dispel those myths, Medical Stories hears from two women who underwent different ordeals when they began to experience menopause.

First, New York resident Susan, a 58-year-old lifelong athlete, shares how she was caught off-guard by the changes in her body, forcing her to adjust her lifestyle to adapt.

Then, in Old Lyme, Connecticut, 55-year-old Jennifer speaks about how she received menopause hormone therapy, and in the process, learned how much false information there is about the treatment.

Featuring renowned experts: Mary Jane Minkin, MD, Clinical Professor of Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Reproductive Sciences, Yale University School of Medicine, and Sharon Malone, MD, Chief Medical Advisor, Alloy Women’s Health.