What shouldn't change during the change of life? The woman in you.

Menopause is a time of change, and therefore raises many questions. We have already supplied you with some of the answers. If you have further questions, please send them to us per e-mail at info@pekana.com.

How long does menopause and menopausal symptoms last?

It varies from woman to woman. From experience we know that women deal with the symptoms on and off for an average of one to two years.

Is it essential that I take medication?

No. But should you experience symptoms, there is also a gentle therapy with methods of naturopathy that has been developed to relieve the unpleasant side effects of menopause. Your doctor or naturopath can provide you with in-depth advice on the subject.

Can I simply stop taking artificial hormones?

That depends on how long you have already been taking the hormones, and which symptoms you had before taking them. In any case, this question should first be discussed with your doctor or naturopath.

Can I become pregnant during menopause?

In principal yes, even if the probability is quite low. Measuring the hormone level clarifies whether a pregnancy is still possible or can be ruled out.

Is there a hormone-free treatment to alleviate the frequently occurring vaginal dryness during menopause?

delima feminin vaginal suppositories contain no hormones and are very well-tolerated.

What kind of unpleasant side effects does one experience during menopause?   

The most common symptoms are hot flashes, mood swings, disturbed sleep, palpitations, joint pain, and dry mucous membranes.

What about weight gain during menopause?

Most women gain weight during and after menopause. This is due on the one hand to the hormonal changes, and on the other hand to the reduced calorie consumption, for instance as a result of the no longer existent monthly bleeding and the generally somewhat lower rate of metabolism. If the same calorie intake is sustained as before menopause, weight gain will occur.

Does the skin change during menopause?

Skin and mucous membranes have a tendency to dry out somewhat during and after menopause. Natural body care can prevent or delay the process along with the sufficient intake of fluids.

When menopause is over, is everything like it was before?

This is the case for the most part on a physical level, excluding dry skin and mucous membranes. On a spiritual level, most women have experienced a personally beneficial development.