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A Neuro-Vasculo-Endocrine Approach to Menopause.

Sanjay Kalra1.   

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Year:  2022        PMID: 35707311      PMCID: PMC9190966          DOI: 10.4103/jmh.jmh_34_22

Source DB:  PubMed          Journal:  J Midlife Health        ISSN: 0976-7800


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Menopause is a universal phenomenon for all women, however, the experience is highly individualized, and varies from person to person.[1] Different women encounter symptoms during menopause, and have to tackle differing complications and comorbid conditions.[2] Various models have been proposed to explain these person-specific aspects of menopause. The biopsychosocial model of health is relevant to menopause, as it underscores the psychological and social determinants of menopausal health.[3] Ethnocentric differences have also been documented, reminding us that menopause is perceived in differing ways by various cultures.[4] The biomedical pathogenesis of hot flushes has been explained based on prostaglandin release and sensitivity, and menopause has been linked to metabolic syndrome. Such research helps understand the symptomatology and presentations of menopause.[56] There still remain many unanswered questions, however. Although menopause is viewed as an opportunity to enhance health, we are unable to explain etiopathophysiologic concepts to our patients in simple words. The hypothesis proposed by Uohashi et al., which states that variations in estrogen levels alter the resonant frequency of the vascular bed, is a welcome addition to our thought process.[7] The authors present an interesting way of approaching the inter-individual, and intra-individual variations in menopause symptomatology, and of addressing symptoms of concern. The variability of symptoms has parallels with Indian experience menopausal medicine. In Punjabi, for example, some women may complain of cold sweats (thandi tareli), and others describe heat (garmi) and/or sweating (paseena).[4] Such variation may be due to differing blood flow patterns. An analogy can also be drawn with atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease. While some persons develop coronary artery disease, others fall prey to cerebrovascular or peripheral arterial disease. Yet others have polyvascular involvement. Can similar hypotheses be generated to explain these situations?[8] Uohashi et al.[7] address the autonomic nervous system in their theory, and rightfully so. Autonomic dysfunction and menopausal symptoms have considerable overlap and may exacerbate each other If this is true, then autonomic nerve health can be used as a therapeutic, modality to alleviate menopausal distress. Mind-body medicine represents a promising way of managing such symptoms.[9] Perhaps yoga, mindful meditation, and other relaxation techniques can be studied, along with the research topics proposed by Uohashi et al., to manage menopause better. Menopause is primarily an endocrine phenomenon, but its impact is far-reaching. As mid-life health specialists, we must approach our patients in a holistic manner, offering comprehensive health.[10] This can be ensured if we acknowledge and appreciate the multidimensional causes, clinical features, comorbidities, and concerns of menopausal symptoms. Uohashi et al. remind us to view menopause not just as an endocrine system, but as a neuro-vasculo-hormonal condition. With this integrated approach, we should be able to develop, and offer, better means of management to women living with menopause.
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1.  Menopausal symptoms and the metabolic syndrome in Nigerian women with type 2 diabetes mellitus.

Authors:  A Ogbera; O Fasanmade; S Kalra
Journal:  Climacteric       Date:  2010-02-12       Impact factor: 3.005

Review 2.  Menopause distress: A person centered definition.

Authors:  Bharti Kalra; Sanjay Kalra; Saptarshi Bhattacharya; Atul Dhingra
Journal:  J Pak Med Assoc       Date:  2020-12       Impact factor: 0.781

3.  Menopause: A Matter of Good Health.

Authors:  Bharti Kalra; Sanjay Kalra
Journal:  J Pak Med Assoc       Date:  2020-05       Impact factor: 0.781

4.  The Menopause Transition: Signs, Symptoms, and Management Options.

Authors:  Nanette Santoro; Cassandra Roeca; Brandilyn A Peters; Genevieve Neal-Perry
Journal:  J Clin Endocrinol Metab       Date:  2021-01-01       Impact factor: 5.958

5.  Hypoglycemia perception: Cross-cultural differences in Punjabi and Hindi speaking postmenopausal women.

Authors:  Jaikrit Bhutani; Sanjay Kalra; Sukriti Bhutani; Bharti Kalra
Journal:  Indian J Endocrinol Metab       Date:  2013-10

6.  Comprehensive Assessment of Polyvascular Atherosclerosis.

Authors:  Rine Nakanishi; Takanori Ikeda
Journal:  J Atheroscler Thromb       Date:  2018-04-28       Impact factor: 4.928

Review 7.  Menopausal Hot Flashes: A Concise Review.

Authors:  Ramandeep Bansal; Neelam Aggarwal
Journal:  J Midlife Health       Date:  2019 Jan-Mar

8.  Holistic care of menopause: Understanding the framework.

Authors:  Bharti Kalra; Swati Agarwal; Sheeva Magon
Journal:  J Midlife Health       Date:  2012-07
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