Some Common Diseases or Conditions during the stage:
Breast Cancer
Breast cancer is the most common cancer among females in Hong Kong. According to reported data in 2016 in Hong Kong, breast cancer contributes to 26.6% of all new cancers diagnosed in females. It is the third leading cause of cancer deaths. Early diagnosis saves lives, an effective and comprehensive breast health check-up exercise should include self-breast examination, clinical breast examination and mammography screening. A regular check-up with a doctor is recommended for further screening.
Diabetes mellitus
Diabetes mellitus, is a chronic disorder characterised by a raised blood glucose level resulting from insulin deficiency, insulin resistance, or both. Diabetes mellitus increases the risk of cerebrovascular disease, heart diseases, foot gangrene, retinopathy, nephropathy, and neuropathy. It is a major cause of morbidity and mortality in Hong Kong.
Hypertension
Hypertension is a chronic disease in which the blood pressure in the arteries is persistently elevated. If blood pressure stays at a high level over time, different health problems may arise, including stroke, coronary heart disease, heart failure, chronic kidney disease, and even early death.
Heart diseases
"Heart diseases" refers to a broad spectrum of diseases related to the heart. Among different types of heart diseases, coronary heart disease constitutes a major portion of the mortality. People with coronary heart disease may experience central crushing chest pain, precipitated by exertion and relieved by rest. The pain may radiate to the arm, shoulder, neck, and jaw. Indeed, there are many risk factors for coronary heart disease and many of them are preventable or treatable.
Preparation of perimenopause
Natural menopause is defined as the permanent cessation of menstrual periods. It occurs at a median age of 51.4 years in normal women and is a reflection of complete, or near complete, ovarian follicular depletion. Perimenopause begins on average four years before the final menstrual period and includes a number of physiologic changes that may affect a woman's quality of life. It is characterized by irregular menstrual cycles and marked hormonal fluctuations. Hormones change could lead to high blood pressure and heart disease, as well as increasing your risk of anxiety and depression. Depending on your physical condition, you may or may not experience symptoms like hot flashes, weight gain, lower sex drive, and fatigue. As physiological changes are expected, a healthy diet and regular exercise may ease discomfort and keep your body healthier.