A 52 year old woman presents with complaints of fatigue, nig…

A 52 year old woman presents with complaints of fatigue, night sweats, and hot flashes. She reports her last menstrual period was over 2 months ago, but prior to that was usually every 30-40 days. In working her up for menopause, you determine she is in the late menopause transition. She asks how she will know she is in menopause. What is the best response?

Miss Smith comes to your office for a routine annual exam. S…

Miss Smith comes to your office for a routine annual exam. She complains of “terrible itching down there.” On exam, you note that her vulva is red and inflamed with a yellow frothy vaginal discharge. On wet mount you see trichomonads. She has no allergies. Your plan includes:

A 52 year old woman presents with complaints of fatigue, nig…

A 52 year old woman presents with complaints of fatigue, night sweats, and hot flashes. She reports her last menstrual period was over 2 months ago, but prior to that was usually every 30-40 days. In working her up for menopause, you determine she is in the late menopause transition. She asks how she will know she is in menopause. What is the best response?