Menopause is typically associated with hot flashes, night sweats and memory lapses -- but new research suggests GI problems might be an overlooked issue that also occur with this change of life.
A striking 94% out of nearly 600 U.K. women 44 to 73 reported digestive problems, and of those 82% said their problems either started or got worse during menopause, findings being presented at a meeting of The Menopause Society in Orlando, Fla., indicate. The meeting is Tuesday through Saturday.
"Digestive health problems at midlife are often brushed aside, yet our research shows they are both widespread and impactful for women," lead researcher Nigel Denby, a registered dietitian based in London, said in a news release.
"By raising awareness of this hidden burden, we hope to encourage health care professionals to ask the right questions, validate women's experiences and work towards better support and treatment options during menopause," he said.
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