Help for women with menopause

Successful launch: Dr Premitha (second from right) at the launch of the CPG book. With her are (from left) Dr Ho, president of the College of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Academy of Medicine of Malaysia, Prof Datuk Dr Siti Zawiah Omar and Obstetrical and Gynaecological Society of Malaysia president Dr Hoo Mei Lin. — GLENN GUAN/The Star

PETALING JAYA: Although menopause is natural and inevitable, many suffering women are reluctant to seek treatment such as hormonal therapy due to misconceptions, said Khairy Jamaluddin.

The Health Minister said many women lived with hot flushes, sleep disturbances, joint pains and mood swings but did not seek help even if these symptoms affect their quality of life.