Perceptions, Attitudes, and Self-Management of Natural Menopausal Symptoms in Ghanaian Women

The use of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) to alleviate menopausal symptoms is associated with risks of cardiovascular and thromboembolic diseases and breast cancer. In this qualitative study, we investigated how women in low-resource settings manage menopausal symptoms without HRT. We interviewed...

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Published in:Health care for women international 2012-06, Vol.33 (6), p.560-574
Main Authors: Odiari, Ebelechukwu A., Chambers, Angelina N.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Aged
Complementary Therapies
Exercise
Female
Ghana
Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice
Hot Flashes
Humans
Information Seeking Behavior
Life Style
Menopause - psychology
Middle Aged
Nursing
Perception
Qualitative Research
Self Care
Socioeconomic Factors
Surveys and Questionnaires
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Summary:The use of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) to alleviate menopausal symptoms is associated with risks of cardiovascular and thromboembolic diseases and breast cancer. In this qualitative study, we investigated how women in low-resource settings manage menopausal symptoms without HRT. We interviewed 34 menopausal Ghanaian women about their sources of information, perceptions, attitudes, and self-management methods for alleviating menopausal symptoms. The majority of the women used a combination of nonhormonal medications and complimentary and alternative medicine (CAM), including dietary modifications, exercise, and other lifestyle changes to effectively manage menopausal symptoms. Sources of information about menopause influenced participants' perceptions, attitudes, and self-management choices.
ISSN:0739-9332
1096-4665
DOI:10.1080/07399332.2012.655393