For many women, MS and menopause arrive together — two transitions that can blur into one. Hot flushes, fatigue, and mood shifts may overlap with MS symptoms, making it hard to tell which is which. Understanding how these changes interact can make both easier to manage.
During MS and menopause, falling oestrogen levels can affect nerve protection, temperature control, and bone strength. Some women notice their MS symptoms feel more intense, while others experience little difference. The key is awareness — tracking patterns and discussing them with your MS nurse or GP can help separate hormonal effects from neurological ones.
Managing MS and menopause often means balancing comfort and safety. Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) may help some women, but it’s a personal decision best made with professional guidance. Regular exercise, hydration, and good sleep routines also ease both sets of symptoms.
Menopause marks a new phase, not an ending. With information, support, and a touch of self-kindness, life after fifty can be calmer, clearer, and every bit as meaningful.
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Discover how MS and menopause interact, how hormones affect symptoms, and practical ways to stay balanced through both changes.
