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can menopause cause sleeping disorder?

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Menopause is a stage that every woman has to go through; it is when her ovaries lose the ability to produce the hormones estrogen and progesterone as well as her menstrual cycle stops. It is a part of aging and marks the end of a woman’s reproduction. This condition usually occurs when women are in between their late 40’s to early 50’s. It can also cause several sleep problems . When the ovaries lose the ability to produce enough amounts of estrogen and progesterone, this loss can give rise to various symptoms, such as sweating and hot flashes. Around 75%- 85% of menopausal women experience hot flashes, which can last for five years. Hot flashes and sweating can lead to sleeping problems, such as insomnia. As per the research, nearly 61% of women with menopause have sleep issues. Further, these sleeping problems can lead to other problems, including daytime drowsiness. Insomnia is a disorder that prevents you from getting enough sleep, which generally me...

all you need to know about polycystic ovary syndrome (Pcos)

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Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (Pcos) What is Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) or Polycystic Ovarian Disease (PCOD)? Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a health-related problem which usually affects women’s:    ·          Appearance ·          Menstrual cycle ·          Hormones ·          Ability to bear children ·          Heart ·          Blood vessels Women suffering from PCOS/PCOD will have these signs given below : ·          Many small cysts in their ovaries along with fluid-filled sacs. ·          Secretion of higher levels of male hormones, “androgens.”             Irregular patte...