Version July 2025
| Symptom | What you can do |
| Hot flashes and night sweats | Quit smoking, if you smoke. Smoking makes hot flashes worse. If you are having trouble quitting, your doctor or nurse can help. |
| Sleep problems | Try to go to sleep and get up at the same time every day, even when you don't sleep well. |
| Avoid caffeine in the afternoon, and limit alcohol. | |
| Depression | Try to stay active. Exercise can help your mood. |
| Seek support from other people going through menopause. | |
| Vaginal dryness | Use a vaginal moisturizer a few times a week (sample brand names: Replens, K-Y SILK-E). |
| Use a lubricant before sex (sample brand names: Astroglide, K-Y Jelly). |
