Menopause Survival - A Comprehensive Guide

Menopause Survival Guide

The Complete Nigerian Woman's Handbook for Surviving & Thriving Through Perimenopause, Menopause & Beyond

Hot flushes. Sleepless nights. Mood swings. Weight gain. Brain fog. Loss of libido. If you're over 40 and wondering why your body suddenly feels different, you're not alone - and you're certainly not imagining it. Millions of women experience menopause with little or no guidance, leaving them to suffer in silence or blame stress, malaria, ageing, or even spiritual attacks.

This comprehensive Nigeria-specific guide is here to change that. Written in clear, easy-to-understand language by Dr. Lukman Olusesi (MBChB, MPH), this evidence-based handbook empowers you with the knowledge and practical tools to take control of your health and confidently navigate every stage of menopause.

Inside this book, you'll discover:

-How to recognise the early signs of perimenopause before menopause begins

-The truth behind more than 30 common menopausal symptoms

-The science of oestrogen, progesterone, and testosterone—explained simply

-The latest evidence on Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT): benefits, risks, and who should use it -Effective non-hormonal treatment options

-Nigerian foods, herbs, and phytoestrogens that may help relieve symptoms

-Practical strategies for managing weight gain, insomnia, hot flushes, and fatigue

-Solutions for vaginal dryness, painful intercourse, and reduced libido

-How menopause affects your heart, bones, brain, and mental health

-A complete 12-week action plan to help you feel healthier, stronger, and more confident -Communication tips to help you advocate for yourself during medical consultations and at work

Why this book is different: Unlike many menopause books written for Western audiences, this guide is tailored specifically for Nigerian women. It addresses local cultural beliefs, common misconceptions, available treatment options, Nigerian foods, and practical advice relevant to everyday life in Nigeria.

Whether you're just beginning to notice changes, already experiencing menopause, or supporting a wife, mother, sister, or friend, this book provides trustworthy, compassionate, and evidence-based guidance every step of the way.

Menopause is not the end of your best years. It is the beginning of a new chapter - and with the right knowledge, it can be your healthiest and most fulfilling one.

Take charge of your health. Break the silence. Thrive through menopause.