Short-term menopause symptoms like hot flashes, which are brought on by variations in reproductive hormones, are well-known to many people. They might not be aware, however, that over time, menopause may compromise the health of the heart and the brain.
Many people are familiar with the short-term symptoms of menopause, such as hot flashes, which are caused by changes in reproductive hormones. Yet, they may be unaware that menopause might jeopardise heart and brain health in the long run.
Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) could help prevent Alzheimer's Dementia among women at risk of developing the disease, according to University of East Anglia research.
The study demonstrates that among women harbouring the APOE4 gene, the highest risk factor gene for Alzheimer's disease, HRT use is related to superior memory, cognition, and greater brain volumes in later life.
According to University of East Anglia research, hormone replacement therapy (HRT) may help women who are at risk for acquiring Alzheimer's dementia avoid the condition.
A study found that older persons with hypothyroidism, generally known as an underactive thyroid, may have a higher risk of dementia. People with thyroid conditions who needed to take thyroid hormone replacement therapy had a significantly higher incidence of dementia.
Washington [US], April 9 (ANI): A recent research led by the George Institute for Global Health scientist has found that life events that influence levels of the female hormone oestrogen may be linked to a woman's risk of developing dementia in later life.