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The Stigma Behind Menopause

Menopause Stigma – Just one of “those things”

Women’s health is a neglected topic; probably the only time female health appears to receive public prominence is during pregnancy and childbirth; everything else is “those topics which should not be discussed openly even inside their intimate circle.”

Menopause is one of those subjects that fall under the category of “those things.” It’s one of “those things that we have expected women to discreetly manage by themselves.”

Unlike pregnancy or adolescence, which cause physical changes in the body, menopause is not often visible to others. Family and friends may not see menopause as something they need to deal with. However, as a woman enters menopause, her reproductive health demands become invisible. To make matters worse, menopause stigma is accompanied by the stigma of ageism.

The Lack of Awareness Behind Menopause

A menopausal study was recently done by women’s health start-up Thea Care and Dr Meenakshi Ahuja, senior Gynecologist and Obstetrician at Fortis Hospital in New Delhi. It demonstrates how patriarchal and silent cultures restrict women from getting the correct care at the right time, resulting in a variety of physical problems and substantial mental troubles.

More than 75% of women reported being unprepared for menopause and over 80% reported experiencing significant emotional issues. Nearly 90% of respondents reported not having a gynecologist routinely assisting them during the menopausal stage, and others claimed they were unaware of the necessity for a doctor at all.

50% of women said they had memory issues, were irritable with others and felt exhausted or worn out. Self-esteem, professional dynamics, and familial relationships are all strained as a result of a lack of medical support during and before menopause.

An overwhelming 78% of women disclosed they desired to see changes in healthcare that would better explain how lifestyle changes may be used to successfully navigate menopausal symptoms. (Source: The Quint, Oct 2022)

Symptoms of menopause – What does it feel like, actually?

“You honestly feel like your body and your brain are betraying you,” says Sunita Diwedi. “I feel like I am unable to survive; even if I do my hardest, my body seems to have given up on me.”

In the discussion of her own experience with menopause, Michelle Obama noted correctly that “What a woman’s body is carrying her through is significant knowledge. The fact that half of us are experiencing this but are still acting as though it doesn’t take place makes it vital to simply exist in society.

In several interviews, women were unable to describe their menopause symptoms to their spouses since they had been forbidden from discussing their reproductive health when they were adolescents.

“[Women] who speak openly to their family are made fun of. It’s regrettable that today’s women are persuaded by other women, but this is true for our time. by women from the preceding generation. They say, ‘Oh, you take everything so seriously, it’s quite natural.’ You make a huge issue out of nothing.’ Not a single man says this, mind you. Women from yesteryears say this. They are the ones who find it absurd.”

Menopause medicine

Medcell Pharma introduces RHUBY 731 – ensures smooth journey during menopausal phase. RHUBY 731 is clinically proven in the management of perimenopause, post menopause and surgical menopause. Medcell Pharma’s RHUBY 731 is approved as a FSMP (Food for Special Medical Purpose) in India, and is available all over the country through  TATA 1mg online pharmacy.

RHUBY 731 – Menopause medicine for menopause treatment. perimenopause treatment & post menopause treatment

The star ingredient in RHUBY 731 is Rhapnotic Rhubarb Extract (As  ERr731®) – The most extensively studied phytoestrogen. While Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) is the most common treatment for menopause, 80% of women discontinue HRT within the first 3 months due to unpleasant side effects. Choose RHUBY 731 for better management of menopausal symptoms without the challenges of HRT. RHUBY 731 is a nutraceutical for women wellness, and helps in 68% reduction of menopausal symptoms such as hot flushes (65% reduction), sleep problems (58% reduction), irritability (60% reduction) and joint/muscular discomfort (61% reduction).

The path ahead

First and foremost, the stigma surrounding menopause must be addressed, healthy workplace dialogues should be promoted and the impact of this natural biorhythm is discussed openly in family circles.

Menopause has been linked to a variety of mental health difficulties among menstrual employees. In order to address this, organisations must offer sufficient healthcare support in the form of therapy sessions and health consultations with subject-matter specialists, while also providing the employee with sufficient leave time as needed. “It is critical for organizations to reassure employees that their health and wellness issues are a priority and that the organisation’s policies are in line with it,” Raje adds.