From being alive to living a good life: development and outlook of menopause management

Abstract

<p indent=0mm>Along with rapid economic development and aged tendency of populations, women should not only pursue the extension of life span, but also enjoy a healthy life in the postmenopausal and elder stage. It is imperative to conduct menopause management amongst the menopausal women. Healthy lifestyle is the primary content of menopause management. The effectiveness of menopausal hormone therapy (MHT) is well established, but risks associated with MHT remain complex issues. This article reviews the development and current status of menopause management, summarizes the controversial issues about MHT, and provides an outlook for future research of menopause management.