What is menopause?

Menopause, also known as menopause, is a natural phase in a woman’s life that marks the end of her menstrual cycle. This period usually occurs between the ages of 45 and 55, but can vary. Menopause brings with it a number of hormonal changes that can affect both the body and the mind.

Common symptoms of menopause

Many women experience a number of symptoms that can vary in intensity:

  • Hot flashes: Sudden waves of heat that spread throughout the body.
  • Night sweats: Sweating spells that can disrupt sleep at night.
  • Sleep problems: Difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep.
  • Mood swings: Changes in mood, including irritability and depression.
  • Weight gain: Especially around the midsection.
  • Reduced libido: Decreased sexual desire and vaginal dryness.

These symptoms can have a major impact on your quality of life, but help is available.

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What you get

  • Digital assessment of your symptoms before the appointment. It is based on the Menopause Rating Scale (MRS) and developed further with our gynaecologists. Takes about 10 minutes
  • 40 minutes on video with a gynaecologist
  • Advice on lifestyle and hormone therapy (MHT), tailored to your health and risk
  • Written summary after the appointment, with a summary and recommendations
  • A clear plan, including what your doctor should follow up
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What do you talk about?

Typically the gynaecologist goes through:

  • Your symptoms – the 1–3 that affect your daily life the most
  • Health and safety – blood pressure, blood clots and breast cancer in you or your family
  • Hormone therapy (MHT) – whether it may be relevant and safe for you. You can also ask about things you have read
  • Advice and recommendations – lifestyle measures and possibly MHT
  • Next steps – what you do now, and what your doctor should follow up

The appointment is a conversation. You do not show anything on video, and the gynaecologist is bound by confidentiality.

The gynaecologists

Dr. Julia Hoge

Specialist in obstetrics and gynaecology, with experience as a consultant at Østfold and Ringerike hospitals. She has particular expertise in hormonal disorders and menopause, and leads Dr.Dropin's work with women in menopause. Speaks Norwegian, Swedish, English and German.

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Dr. Hilde Myren

Specialist in obstetrics and gynaecology, with more than 10 years of experience from hospitals and private practice. She has broad expertise, including menopausal symptoms. Speaks Norwegian and English.

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Good to know

  • The appointment is advisory. The gynaecologist does not examine you on video
  • If you need a prescription, blood tests or further investigation, you get a clear recommendation in the summary that your doctor can follow up
  • If you have health insurance, check with your insurer whether the appointment is covered
  • If you bleed more than 12 months after your last period, you should be examined by a doctor
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