Warning

Menopause is a natural stage in life when a woman's periods stop. This is due to changes in hormone production by the ovaries. For more information and support on menopause please see the links below:Sandyford Sexual Health Services: Menopause Website

NHS Inform: Menopause Website

Menopause Matters: Menopause Matters Website

NHS Inform: Womens Health Website

NHS GGC: Womens Health Website

Editorial Information

Last reviewed: 02/03/2026

Next review date: 02/03/2027

Author(s): Chris Flynn.

Author email(s): chris.flynn@nhs.scot.

Approved By: Health Improvement Manager (Sexual Health)

Reviewer name(s): Chris Flynn.