Why prepare for a menopause appointment
Menopause care works best when you can describe your symptoms clearly and know what you want to ask. Walking in with a written summary makes the most of a short visit and helps you and your clinician weigh options together. If you're not sure where you are in the transition, the menopause stage quiz and stages of menopause guide can help — and to compare treatments, see hormone replacement therapy and non-hormonal options.
Frequently asked questions
What should I bring to a menopause appointment?
It helps to bring a short list of your main symptoms and how much they affect you, when your periods changed, your personal and family medical history, any medications and supplements, and a few questions you want answered. This tool assembles all of that into one printable sheet.
What questions should I ask my doctor about menopause?
Useful questions include: what are my options (hormonal and non-hormonal), what are the benefits and risks for someone with my history, are any tests worthwhile, when should we review treatment, and what changes should prompt me to come back sooner. The builder includes these ready to print.
Does this tool diagnose menopause?
No. It's an organisation aid to help you prepare for and get more out of an appointment. It doesn't diagnose anything or replace medical advice, and nothing you enter is stored or sent anywhere — it stays in your browser.