Updated overview of breast cancer: what it is, how screening and prevention help, and current surgical and systemic treatment options including breast-conserving surgery, mastectomy, sentinel node biopsy, hormone and targeted therapies.
Menopause marks the end of menstrual periods, typically around age 51. Symptoms arise from falling estrogen and progesterone and can be managed with lifestyle steps, local or systemic therapies, and non-hormonal medications.
Night sweats are a common vasomotor symptom of perimenopause and menopause. Practical steps (cool bedroom, breathable bedding, trigger avoidance) plus medical options (hormone therapy and non-hormonal prescriptions) can reduce severity and improve sleep.
Hot flashes (vasomotor symptoms) are common around menopause. Estrogen therapy is the most effective treatment but requires individualized risk-benefit discussion. Nonhormonal drugs, behavior changes, CBT, and some complementary options can also help.