N95: Menopausal and other perimenopausal disorders

Menopausal and other perimenopausal disorders represent a group of conditions that occur in women due to the transition from their reproductive phase to the post-reproductive phase of life, known as menopause. This period, called perimenopause, is marked by a gradual decrease in the production of female hormones like estrogen and progesterone by the ovaries. Typical symptoms of these disorders range from irregular periods, hot flashes, night sweats, and vaginal dryness, to issues such as sleep disturbances, mood changes, and decreased sexual desire. These conditions are not infectious, hence cannot be transmitted from one person to another. The progression of these natural biological processes varies by individual and primarily affects the reproductive system, but can also have effects on the cardiovascular and bone systems, contributing to risks of heart disease and osteoporosis.