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JAMA Intern Med April 2015 PMID 25686030

Duration of menopausal vasomotor symptoms over the menopause transition.

Nancy E Avis, Sybil L Crawford, Gail Greendale, Joyce T Bromberger, Susan A Everson-Rose, Ellen B Gold, Rachel Hess, Hadine Joffe, Howard M Kravitz, Ping G Tepper, Rebecca C Thurston

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The group discusses the study’s indication that VMS can last around 7 years, with some symptoms persisting beyond 10 years, raising questions about the accuracy of describing these symptoms as 'short-lived.' Words like 'questioning' and 'debating' reflect a critical and engaged tone, emphasizing the significance of accurate communication about menopausal symptoms and their duration.

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Most discussions acknowledge the study's findings, with some questioning the characterization of VMS as short-lived, indicating general support but some skepticism.

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Participants demonstrate high curiosity, especially when debating the duration and descriptions of menopausal symptoms.

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The discussions highlight the importance of understanding VMS duration for personal health decisions, suggesting a moderate but meaningful impact on perceptions and clinical considerations.

Abstract in brief

  • Women who are postmenopausal when symptoms start experience shorter durations of about 3 years.
  • African American women tend to experience longer VMS duration compared to other groups. - The Study of Women's Health Across the Nation (SWAN) observed that the total duration of VMS varies based on factors like menopausal stage at VMS onset, race/ethnicity, and personal stress or mood.
  • Women reporting early or premenopausal VMS have longer overall symptom durations, while those starting postmenopause have shorter experiences.
  • Additional factors like younger age, lower education, higher stress, and anxiety are linked to prolonged VMS. - Overall, understanding how long VMS last helps women make treatment decisions, as symptoms can persist for many years, with half experiencing VMS over 7 years and some continuing symptoms for over 4 years after menopause.]
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John Gillespie
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@jimgthornton @pash22 @susan_bewley @TomPMarshall @danreisel @Liz_ORiordan @PharmRJ @BarneyCalman @KarenMagraith @DrmarkC @FourteenFish @janewilcock @dr_musgrave @DrSimonHodes @BenAllenGP @Dr_Ellie The median total duration of VMS is around 7 years in the following study, and some patients still appear to have symptoms ongoing beyond 10y. Do you think describing their symptoms as short lived is accurate? https://t.co/VEVWQz7wsM https://t.co/EiqIa3EnTA

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John Gillespie
@DrGillespie_GP · X

@jimgthornton @pash22 @susan_bewley @TomPMarshall @danreisel @Liz_ORiordan @PharmRJ @BarneyCalman @KarenMagraith @DrmarkC @FourteenFish @janewilcock @dr_musgrave @DrSimonHodes @BenAllenGP @Dr_Ellie The median total duration of VMS is around 7 years in the following study, and some patients still appear to have symptoms ongoing beyond 10y. Do you think describing their symptoms as short lived is accurate? https://t.co/VEVWQz7wsM https://t.co/EiqIa3EnTA

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