Menopause and the Asian Woman

Abstract

Menopause is an event that typically occurs in women in midlife. For some women, the accompanying symptoms can significantly disrupt their daily activities and sense of well being. It has long been known that menopause is much easier for Asian women than for westerners. A systematic review of articles on Asian women is done, the objective of which is to find out evidence on Asian women experience and perception of menopause.