Not all women are getting the support they need — but your pharmacist can help.
Menopause is a natural part of life, but that doesn’t mean it’s easy. Around one in three women in the UK are currently in perimenopause or menopause1. Many experience symptoms like brain fog, mood changes, joint pain, hot flushes and more2, that can seriously affect their wellbeing. For some, these symptoms last for years2.
But support isn’t the same for everyone. Across the UK, both symptom management options and GP knowledge vary widely3. Some women face long waiting times or find that their doctor hasn’t had much menopause training3. In others, menopause is still a taboo subject that’s difficult to talk about3.
That’s where your pharmacist comes in.
Pharmacists are trained to offer advice on perimenopause and menopause symptoms, and many now provide dedicated menopause consultations. You can often speak to your pharmacist in a private space, without an appointment, to discuss symptoms, treatment options and lifestyle changes that might help.
You don’t have to suffer in silence. Visit your local pharmacy to ask about:
- Managing menopause symptoms
- Support options near you
- Keeping a symptom diary for your GP
Menopause is personal. Your care should be too.
Find out more at: https://www.theramex.com/uk/
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