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While menopause is technically one single moment — defined as 12 consecutive months without a period — most people use the word to describe the entire transition leading up to that moment and the years that follow. That’s why the symptoms, timelines, and terminology can feel a little confusing. You might be experiencing hot flashes, mood shifts, or cycle changes and think, “Is this menopause or something else?”

The reality is that many providers don’t bring up sexual health issues to their patients. Here are 10 questions you can ask to break the silence.

Arming yourself with information and support can help you address changes and get your sex life and intimacy back on track as you recover.

Let's explore the link between menopause and sexual function, dive into what science says about HRT and libido, and highlight the role of psychological and relational factors in sexual well-being.