Illnesses Related to Menopause

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Across
  1. 2. Overactive thyroid, which may cause weight loss and irritability.
  2. 3. disease A leading health concern for postmenopausal women.
  3. 5. Certain types, such as breast or ovarian, are more common post-menopause.
  4. 10. Non-cancerous growths in the uterus, often shrinking post-menopause.
  5. 11. Underactive thyroid, leading to fatigue and weight gain.
  6. 12. Difficulty sleeping, a symptom that can lead to other health issues.
  7. 14. A neurodegenerative disease with increased risk post-menopause.
  8. 15. A condition that may develop due to hormonal changes and weight gain.
  9. 16. Persistent sadness or lack of interest, which can occur during menopause.
  10. 17. Joint inflammation, often worsened after menopause.
  11. 18. syndrome A group of conditions that increase risk of heart disease and diabetes.
  12. 20. Decline in memory and thinking, with increased risk post-menopause.
Down
  1. 1. incontinence Loss of bladder control, often linked to pelvic floor weakening.
  2. 4. Excessive worry or fear, often increasing with hormonal changes.
  3. 6. veins Enlarged veins that may worsen with hormonal changes.
  4. 7. A condition caused by low iron levels, sometimes linked to menopause.
  5. 8. Excess body weight, sometimes influenced by hormonal changes.
  6. 9. High blood pressure, more common post-menopause.
  7. 13. A condition where blood flow to the brain is blocked or reduced.
  8. 19. A condition where bones become weak and brittle.