The Perimenopause Handbook : What Every Woman Needs to Know About the Years Before Menopause
- Author: Carol Turkington
- Published: October 11, 1998
- Publisher: McGraw-Hill
- Number of pages: 192 pages
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Product Description
A true resource for women in their 30s and 40s, The Perimenopause Handbook defines perimenopause, outlines what happens to the body during perimenopause, and shows the reader how to identify whether or not they are experiencing perimenopause. It includes "What You Can Do" segments that provide the important information women need to make the best treatment decisions, and advice on how to find the right doctor if symptoms become severe.
The Perimenopause Handbook also includes essential information on hormone replacement therapy and alternative treatments, pregnancy during this time, and advice on exercise and nutrition. Appendices include major resources, organizations, and hotlines concerning women's menopause/health issues. There are also a list of Websites providing perimenopause information and a bibliography of the most recent books and articles on the subject.
Ingram
A true resource for women in their 30s and 40s, this book defines perimenopause, outlines what happens to the body during perimenopause, and shows readers how to identify whether or not they are experiencing perimenopause.
Book Info
Text provides information about the years before menopause. Includes descriptions of symptoms, hormone levels, questions to ask the doctor, treatment options, sex and fertility, and exercise and diet. For the general reader. Softcover.
About the Author
Carol Turkington is a medical writer who specializes in women's health and psychology. A former newspaper writer and editor, she has worked as a medical writer at the Duke University Medical Center and as a senior writer in clinical psychology for the American Psychological Association in Washington, D.C.
