Aims and Learning Outcomes
This module provides a clear, theoretical insight into ovarian failure, the complications that ensue and a comprehensive view of the available treatments.
It also provides an independent module for medical and other professionals who want a short course in the subject and who do not wish to undertake the full MSc course.
Learn to
- Demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of the menopause and its role in women's lives
- Show advanced knowledge of the available treatments that will alleviate problematic menopausal symptoms
- Understand and appreciate the long- term effects of oestrogen deficiency in women's health and understand how those negative effects may be minimised
- Appreciate the importance of research in this subject area
- Appreciate the role of applying such research in the formulation of best practice
Course content includes
- Epidemiology & endocrinology of the menopause
- Menopause as a life event
- Menopausal symptoms- their aetiology and management
- Hormone replacement- benefits and risks
- Choosing appropriate hormone replacement treatment
- Progestogens and their problems
- Phytoestrogens
- Alternatives to HRT
- Osteoporosis
- Cardiovascular disease in women
- Urogenital ageing
- Contraception and the menopause
- Sexuality and the menopause
- Lifestyle assessment