Diabetes And Menopause: A Twin Challenge
Menopause can wreak havoc on your diabetes control. But there's plenty you can do to better manage diabetes and menopause, recommends leading diabetologist Dr Pradeep Gadge. What is the link between Diabetes and Menopause? During the transitional years of menopause (when menstrual cycles slow down but haven't stopped), estrogen and progesterone hormones are unstable, and cause problems with diabetes management. Higher levels of estrogen usually improves insulin sensitivity, while higher levels of progesterone, cause resistance. As those changes happen, you'll notice your diabetes might be more unstable on some days. Do changes in the levels of estrogen and progesterone, the female hormones, impact Diabetes? The hormones estrogen and progesterone affect how your cells respond to insulin. After menopause, changes in your hormone levels can trigger fluctuations in your blood sugar level. You may notice that your blood sugar level is more variable and less predictable than before. If your blood sugar gets out of control, you have a higher risk of diabetes complications. Does it get difficult to distinguish between the symptoms of the two conditions? One of the challenges for menopausal women who have diabetes is distinguishing between the symptoms of the two conditions. It is not uncommon to mistake menopause-related hot flashes or moodiness for symptoms of low blood glucose. Night sweatshot flashes that occur at nightcan interrupt sleep and lead to excessive daytime fatigue, which can also be mistaken for low blood glucose. If this leads to eating extra calories to raise a low blood glucose level, it could lead to high blood glucose and, over time, weight gain, if repeated on a regular basis. The reduced estrogen levels that occur with menopause can directly cause or can Continue reading >>
Early Menopause Risk Is Higher For Twin Sisters
Early Menopause Risk Is Higher for Twin Sisters by Crystal Phend Crystal Phend, Staff Writer, MedPage Today Explain to interested patients that although twins may be more likely than the average woman to have early menopause, premature ovarian failure is still uncommon in twins. NEW YORK, Oct. 27 -- Twin sisters are at more than double the risk of early menopause compared with women in the general population, according to a study of British and Australian twins. The findings confirmed that the timing of menopause is at least partly determined by inheritable factors, Roger G. Gosden, Ph.D., D.Sc., of Cornell University, and colleagues, reported online today in Human Reproduction. The prevalence of premature ovarian failure before the age of 40 was three- to five-fold greater among twins in the study than reported for the general population and in a large study of Dutch women, whose average age for menopause is 50 to 52. The rate of menopause for twins by age 40 was: 4.6% in Australian identical twins and 3.8% in Australian fraternal twins. 4.6% in British identical twins and 5.9% in British fraternal twins. These rates compared with 1.3% among Dutch women and about 1% among women in general from natural causes. In the United States there are about 150,000 identical female twin-pairs of reproductive age, of which about 6,000 (4%) can be expected to experience menopause before age 40 based on this study. Surprisingly, monozygotic twins were not significantly more likely than dizygotic twins to experience premature ovarian failure by the age of 40 or 45, the investigators said. However, the timing of menopause was more concordant among identical than fraternal twins. A previous study hinted that identical twins may be at higher than normal risk for the condition, which occ Continue reading >>
Sexual Health - Women - Diabetes Can't Stop Me!
Diabetes affects many aspects of your physical and mental health. Sexual health is something that can be difficult to talk about and often people suffer in silence. However itis very important that you do talk to someone about any sexual health problems or difficulties, as there are things that can help prevent and manage any issues. Most importantly these problems can affect relationships, and as your partner is vital to your overall wellbeing, any issues need to be discussed and sorted out so you can feel united in your relationship and your lives. Diabetes can affect both men and womens sexual health. This page will give some information about womens sexual health. You can find out more about mens sexual health here. Many women with diabetes experience sexual problems although this is not often talked about. Research about sexual problems in women with diabetes is limited one study found 27 percent of women with type 1 diabetes experienced sexual dysfunction. Another study found 18 percent of women with type 1 diabetes and 42 percent of women with type 2 diabetes experienced sexual health problems. Sexual problems for women with diabetes may include: decreased vaginal lubrication, resulting in vaginal dryness uncomfortable or painful sexual intercourse decreased or no desire for sexual activity Causes of sexual problems in women with diabetes include nerve damage, reduced blood flow to genital and vaginal tissues, and hormonal changes. Other possible causes include some medications, alcohol abuse, smoking, psychological problems such as anxiety or depression, gynecologic infections, other diseases, and conditions relating to pregnancy or menopause. If you experience sexual problems or notice a change in how you feel during sex, consider talking with a health care pr Continue reading >>
Diabetes And Menopause: A Twin Challenge
Diabetes and menopause may team up for varied effects on your body. Here's what to expect — and how to stay in control. Menopause — and the years leading up to it — may present unique challenges if you have diabetes. But it's not necessarily a one-two punch. First, learn what to expect. Then consider what to do about it. Diabetes and menopause: What to expect Menopause is the phase of life after your periods have stopped and your estrogen levels decline. In some women, menopause can occur as a result of surgery, when the ovaries are removed for other medical reasons. Diabetes and menopause may team up for varied effects on your body, including: Changes in blood sugar level. The hormones estrogen and progesterone affect how your cells respond to insulin. After menopause, changes in your hormone levels can trigger fluctuations in your blood sugar level. You may notice that your blood sugar level is more variable and less predictable than before. If your blood sugar gets out of control, you have a higher risk of diabetes complications. Weight gain. Some women gain weight during the menopausal transition and after menopause. This can increase the need for insulin or oral diabetes medication. Infections. Even before menopause, high blood sugar levels can contribute to urinary tract and vaginal infections. After menopause — when a drop in estrogen makes it easier for bacteria and yeast to thrive in the urinary tract and vagina — the risk is even higher. Sleep problems. After menopause, hot flashes and night sweats may keep you up at night. In turn, the sleep deprivation can make it tougher to manage your blood sugar level. Sexual problems. Diabetes can damage the nerves of the cells that line the vagina. This can interfere with arousal and orgasm. Vaginal dryness, a Continue reading >>
Menopause And Diabetes
Menopause presents unique challenges for women that have diabetes. The hormones progesterone and estrogen will impact how the cells of your body respond to insulin. After you go through menopause, hormone level changes can result in blood sugar level fluctuation. For people with diabetes, this may result in blood sugar levels that are unpredictable and difficult to control. Menopause can make it harder to control your diabetes, but there are several things that women can do to better manage the condition. A healthy lifestyle involving regular exercise and a diet rich in healthy foods is a necessity in a diabetes treatment plan. Women should also check their blood sugar frequently, keeping track of symptoms and readings. Medical treatment can also help women to better regulate both their menopause and diabetes. If your blood sugar levels have increased, you may need to alter your diabetes medication dosage or try a new one. Your risk of cardiovascular disease will also be higher when you are dealing with both menopause and diabetes, so your doctor may also consider putting you on a medication that will help to lower your cholesterol. Hypoglycemia Hormone levels are important in preventing the body from experiencing hypoglycemia, which is a condition that occurs when blood glucose or sugar levels are too low. Levels usually fall to less than 70 mg/dl, and symptoms of hypoglycemia include shakiness, nervousness, anxiety, irritability, confusion, rapid heartbeat, dizziness, or nausea. While a lack of blood sugar can cause hypoglycemia, a lack of certain hormones like epinephrine, cortisol, and insulin may be the reason that your blood sugar levels decreased to begin with. Non-diabetic hypoglycemia can also be experienced by people who don’t have diabetes. There are two ty Continue reading >>
Diabetes And Menopause: A Twin Challenge
Diabetes and menopause may team up for varied effects on your body. Here's what to expect and how to stay in control. Menopause and the years leading up to it may present unique challenges if you have diabetes. But it's not necessarily a one-two punch. First, learn what to expect. Then consider what to do about it. Menopause is the phase of life after your periods have stopped and your estrogen levels decline. In some women, menopause can occur as a result of surgery, when the ovaries are removed for other medical reasons. Diabetes and menopause may team up for varied effects on your body, including: Changes in blood sugar level.The hormones estrogen and progesterone affect how your cells respond to insulin. After menopause, changes in your hormone levels can trigger fluctuations in your blood sugar level. You may notice that your blood sugar level is more variable and less predictable than before. If your blood sugar gets out of control, you have a higher risk of diabetes complications. Weight gain.Some women gain weight during the menopausal transition and after menopause. This can increase the need for insulin or oral diabetes medication. Infections.Even before menopause, high blood sugar levels can contribute to urinary tract and vaginal infections. After menopause when a drop in estrogen makes it easier for bacteria and yeast to thrive in the urinary tract and vagina the risk is even higher. Sleep problems.After menopause, hot flashes and night sweats may keep you up at night. In turn, the sleep deprivation can make it tougher to manage your blood sugar level. Sexual problems.Diabetes can damage the nerves of the cells that line the vagina. This can interfere with arousal and orgasm. Vaginal dryness, a common symptom of menopause, may compound the issue by causing Continue reading >>
Menopause And Diabetes: Does Menopause Cause Diabetes?
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the United States has the highest rate of diabetes cases in the developing world and it is still increasing in an alarm rate. In 2016, it is estimated that 1 in 10 US individuals have type 2 diabetes (the increase rate of type 1 diabetes is much smaller). By 2050, it is estimated that 1 in 3 individuals will suffer from type 2 diabetes. From the statistics, overweight individuals who are age 40 or older are in the highest risk percentile. How does this information important for women? In the United States, diabetes is ranked as the number 6 most common cause of death for females between 45 to 54 years old and the number 4 common cause of death for females who are between 55 to 64 years old. It seems that as women grow older and reach their menopause stage, they become much more susceptible to develop diabetes. The question is whether menopause can drastically increase the risk of developing diabetes? This article will answer this question along with covering various topics that concerns menopause and its effect on diabetes: Can Menopause Can Trigger Diabetes? We would like to give you a straightforward answer for this question. However, sadly, health research scientists are still struggling to find the answer because it is difficult to separate the correlation and effects of menopause from the correlation and effects of age and weight. In 2011, a scientific correlation study suggests that after taking the age factor out from the correlation study, there is “no association between natural menopause or bilateral oophorectomy and diabetes risk” (Kim, 2011). Yet there have been studies suggesting that progesterone is correlated with the development diabetes. Although we cannot give you a straight yes or Continue reading >>
Diabetes And Menopause: Not So Musical
Not everything that happens to you when you have diabetes is a complication, but sometimes it sure can make things complicated! For women with diabetes, our monthly menstrual cycle not only brings in waves of heightened emotion, bloating and fatigue, but it can also bring increased resistance to insulin and food cravings (i.e. chocolate). What happens when those visits from Aunt Flo stop, or at least slow down, as menopause starts to set in? What happens to the diabetes as a woman ages? We're treating this as part of our new monthly series on complications. Although not quite as hilarious as the broadway show on this topic, this is OUR salute of sorts to women who are experiencing The Change: In fact, the changes that menopause brings in your body can have unfortunate effects on diabetes management. Just like with your menstrual cycle, changes in the hormones estrogen and progesterone will affect how you respond to insulin. During the transitional years of menopause (when menstrual cycles slow down but haven't stopped), these hormones are unstable, and cause problems with diabetes management. Higher levels of estrogen usually improves insulin sensitivity, while higher levels of progesterone, cause resistance. As those changes happen, you'll notice your diabetes might be more unstable on some days. Any time hormones change, weight can change, and weight has a major impact on diabetes. Women who gain weight during and after menopause can see an increased need in insulin or oral meds, so keep on top of trends and don't assume things will "go back to normal." And those with pre-diabetes may find themselves with type 2 diabetes, so if you're at risk, be aware of these changes. Oy vey! As if diabetes wasn't uncomfortable enough, now you can add hot flashes and night sweats to Continue reading >>
Menopause And Diabetes
Tweet Managing diabetes whilst going through menopause can feel like a twin challenge for most women due to the combined effects that each condition can have on the body. The best way to remain in control is by knowing what to expect so that you can prepare yourself for the unique challenges that may lie ahead. What is menopause? Menopause is the general term that describes the end of a woman's menstrual cycle - in other words, the cessation of monthly periods - that usually occurs around the age of 50. Periods usually come to a gradual halt, becoming less frequent and with longer intervals between each one before stopping altogether. But for some women, the end of menstruation can be sudden. It is this period that is referred to when a woman is said to be 'going through menopause'. For many women, the end of menstruation can lead to a number of physical and emotional symptoms, which can be detrimental to health. Levels of the female sex hormone oestrogen decrease, causing the ovaries to stop producing an egg each month (ovulation). Reduced oestrogen can result in women experiencing hot flushes, night sweats, mood swings and vaginal dryness. However, changing hormone levels can also trigger spikes and falls in blood sugar levels, which for women with diabetes can lead to a number of problems and may pose a number of health risks. I have both diabetes and menopause - what should I expect? Menopause will not affect every woman in the same way, however, there are a number of common effects. Fluctuating blood sugar levels As mentioned above, changes in the levels of oestrogen and progesterone - hormones that affect how your cells respond to insulin - can lead to unexpected fluctuations in your blood sugars, making it harder to keep diabetes well controlled. Weight gain Putt Continue reading >>
Menopause And Diabetes - A Twin Challenge
Menopause and Diabetes - a twin challenge Menopause and Diabetes - a twin challenge Menopause and the years leading up to it when your body gradually produces less estrogen and progesterone (perimenopause) may present unique challenges if you have diabetes. How these hormonal changes affect blood sugar may vary depending on the individual. Many women, however, notice that their blood sugar levels are more variable (increasing and decreasing) and less predictable than before. The hormonal changes as well as swings in your blood sugar levels can contribute to menopausal symptoms such as mood changes, fatigue and hot flashes. Menopause and diabetes produce similar symptoms You may mistake menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes, moodiness and short-term memory loss for symptoms of low blood sugar. If you incorrectly assume these symptoms are a result of low blood sugar, you may consume unnecessary calories in an effort to raise your blood sugar, and inadvertently cause a surge in blood sugar. Because of your diabetes, however, you may experience stronger and more frequent episodes of low blood sugar, especially at night. This can further compromise sleep already interrupted by menopause-associated hot flashes and night sweats. Such sleep deprivation can cause fluctuations in blood sugar that make control more difficult. The combination of menopause and diabetes may also affect your sexual function, including your ability to become aroused and experience orgasm. Problems may include: Vaginal dryness. Decreased blood flow to the vagina causes its lining to become thin and dry. Bacterial and yeast infections. Increased levels of glucose in vaginal mucus and vaginal secretions make them less acidic and protective, increasing susceptibility to such infections. Urinary tract in Continue reading >>
How Menopause Affects Type 2 Diabetes
When it comes to menopause, there are women who welcome it and women who dread it. There’s also a lot of discussion about whether this transition is something that should be “treated” or left to occur naturally without the use of medication. But for some women, particularly those with type 2 diabetes, menopause is an even more complicated topic. Not only does it signal the end of childbearing years — it can lead to other physical changes, too. Why Menopause Is Different With Diabetes If you usually ovulate every 28 days or so, your cycle may begin to vary as you approach menopause. You may go 40 days or longer between periods or at other times find that your periods come only a couple of weeks apart. As this is happening, the levels of your estrogen and progesterone hormones are changing as well. These hormonal fluctuations can affect your blood glucose levels, which can cause problems for women with type 2 diabetes. To avoid complications from type 2 diabetes, it’s essential to keep your blood glucose levels as even as possible — something that can be tricky during menopause. Recognizing Menopause Symptoms Some symptoms of menopause can be confused with signs of too high or too low blood glucose, including dizziness, sweating, and irritability. With symptoms being so similar, it may be hard to tell which is which. Rather than guessing, you should check your blood glucose levels when you’re experiencing these effects. If the symptoms persist or get more uncomfortable, try talking to your doctor about treatment options. Researchers have found that estrogen levels in women who are overweight, regardless of whether they have diabetes, drop more slowly than in those who are underweight or of normal weight. “If you are overweight, your cells take anything mad Continue reading >>
Diabetes And Menopause: A Twin Challenge
Menopause and the years leading up to it may present unique challenges if you have diabetes. But it's not necessarily a one-two punch. First, learn what to expect. Then consider what to do about it. Menopause is the phase of life after your periods have stopped and your estrogen levels decline. In some women, menopause can occur as a result of surgery, when the ovaries are removed for other medical reasons. Diabetes and menopause may team up for varied effects on your body, including: Changes in blood sugar level. The hormones estrogen and progesterone affect how your cells respond to insulin. After menopause, changes in your hormone levels can trigger fluctuations in your blood sugar level. You may notice that your blood sugar level is more variable and less predictable than before. If your blood sugar gets out of control, you have a higher risk of diabetes complications. Weight gain. Some women gain weight during the menopausal transition and after menopause. This can increase the need for insulin or oral diabetes medication. Infections. Even before menopause, high blood sugar levels can contribute to urinary tract and vaginal infections. After menopause when a drop in estrogen makes it easier for bacteria and yeast to thrive in the urinary tract and vagina the risk is even higher. Sleep problems. After menopause, hot flashes and night sweats may keep you up at night. In turn, the sleep deprivation can make it tougher to manage your blood sugar level. Sexual problems. Diabetes can damage the nerves of the cells that line the vagina. This can interfere with arousal and orgasm. Vaginal dryness, a common symptom of menopause, may compound the issue by causing pain during sex. Menopause can wreak havoc on your diabetes control. But there's plenty you can do to better man Continue reading >>
Diabetes Symptoms In Women
Diabetes symptoms in women are a common condition. According to NHS statistics diabetes affects 2.8 million people, both men and women, in the U.K. It is believed that a further 1 million have the condition but remain undiagnosed. 90% of all adults in the U.K. with diabetes have type 2. Managing diabetes whilst going through menopause can feel like a double challenge for many women due to the combined effects that each condition can have on the body. What Are The Different Types of Diabetes? Type 1 – A total lack of insulin Formerly called juvenile-onset or insulin-dependent diabetes. The body’s immune system destroys the cells that release insulin, which results in the elimination of insulin production from the body. If you don’t have insulin in your body, cells cannot absorb sugar (glucose) which they need to produce energy. Type 2 – Too little insulin or cannot use insulin effectively Previously called adult-onset or non-insulin dependent diabetes. Type 2 diabetes can develop at any age but is most commonly known for developing during adulthood. The main characteristic of type 2 diabetes is insulin resistance. Insulin resistance is the body’s inability to respond to insulin. Resistance develops because of many factors:- Genetics Obesity Increasing age High blood sugar over a long period of time Gestational – Like type 2 but occurs in the later stages of pregnancy Normally disappears after the baby is born. You are more likely to develop gestational diabetes in future pregnancies. You are more likely to develop type 2 diabetes as some stage. The Differences Between Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes Type 1 Diabetes Signs and symptoms are usually very obvious and develop quickly. People seek medical help because they are seriously ill from symptoms of high blood su Continue reading >>
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Diabetes And Menopause - A Twin Challenge For Women.
Diabetes and Menopause: A twin challenge for Women. Diabetes is the ninth leading cause of death in women globally, causing 2.1 million deaths per year. Ways to Manage Menopause With Diabetes - Hormone shifts can affect blood sugar, but a healthy lifestyle will help Diabetes and menopause may team up for varied effects on your body, including: Changes in blood sugar level. The hormones estrogen and progesterone affect how your cells respond to insulin. After menopause, changes in your hormone levels can trigger fluctuations in your blood sugar level. Diabetes and menopause can prove to be a one-two punch for some women. Menopause is the phase of life after your periods have stopped and your estrogen levels decline. In some women, menopause can occur as a result of surgery, when the ovaries are removed for other medical reasons. Fluctuating estrogen and progesterone levels can cause unexpected high and low blood sugars. Hormonal shifts can hike the risk of vaginal and urinary tract infections, already more prevalent in women with diabetes. Hot flashes and night sweats may interfere with sleep and a lack of adequate rest can also impact blood sugar readings. Osteoporosis can increase significantly, which is a special problem for women with diabetes who already have more joint and bone issues and may be more prone to fractures. Add to that extra pounds from menopause that can affect cardiovascular health a worry for women with diabetes and a loss of libido, which can also be aggravated by diabetic neuropathies. And while its hard to separate the effects of age and weight, there is some evidence that hormonal shifts during menopause can be a risk factor for developing type 2 diabetes. Women with diabetes are also at a higher risk for heart disease, and may need more aggres Continue reading >>
