Treatment of menopausal vasomotor symptoms and sensory issues in a 53-year-old autistic woman – a case report
Authors: Rynkiewicz, A., Ferensztajn-Rochowiak, E., Moseley, R.L., Gamble-Turner, P.J.M., Hadjikhani, N., Lacroix, A., Curran, A.B., Sohl, K. and Darmochwał-Kolarz, D.
Journal: Psychiatria I Psychologia Kliniczna
Volume: 24
Issue: 4
Pages: 356-362
eISSN: 2451-0645
ISSN: 1644-6313
DOI: 10.15557/PiPK.2024.0045
Abstract:Considered a taboo topic in many societies, menopause in autistic women is still under-recognised, and little research addresses its impact. Existing studies suggest that this often-difficult transition period is associated with numerous unmet health needs and a frustrating lack of knowledge and support from healthcare professionals. Menopausal vasomotor symptoms, the hallmark of menopause, can intensify and worsen sensory sensitivities in many autistic women. We present the case of a 53-year-old Caucasian autistic woman without intellectual disability or other current psychiatric comorbidities. The patient underwent gynaecologic and hormonal lab testing, and was introduced to hormone replacement therapy to ameliorate symptoms of oestradiol and progesterone deficiency. Menopausal vasomotor symptoms experienced by the patient were monitored over a period of seven months following the implementation of hormone replacement therapy and nonpharmacologic approaches. Hormone replacement therapy decreased menopausal vasomotor symptoms, but not all her initial complains. Strong sensory issues were linked to more severe menopausal vasomotor symptoms. This case highlights the need for further research and the development of the global Extension for Community Health Outcomes (ECHO) Autism® model to advance medical care offered to autistic women during menopause.
https://eprints.bournemouth.ac.uk/41029/
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Treatment of menopausal vasomotor symptoms and sensory issues in a 53-year-old autistic woman-a case report
Authors: Rynkiewicz, A., Ferensztajn-Rochowiak, E., Moseley, R.L., Gamble-Turner, J.M., Hadjikhani, N., Lacroix, A., Curran, A.B., Sohl, K. and Darmochwal-Kolarz, D.
Journal: PSYCHIATRIA I PSYCHOLOGIA KLINICZNA-JOURNAL OF PSYCHIATRY AND CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY
Volume: 24
Issue: 4
Pages: 356-362
ISSN: 1644-6313
DOI: 10.15557/PiPK.2024.0045
https://eprints.bournemouth.ac.uk/41029/
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Treatment of menopausal vasomotor symptoms and sensory issues in a 53-year-old autistic woman – a case report
Authors: Rynkiewicz, A., Ferensztajn-Rochowiak, E., Moseley, R., Gamble-Turner, J., Hadjikhani, N., Lacroix, A., Brewer Curran, A., Sohl, K. and Darmochwal-Kolarz, D.
Journal: Psychiatria i Psychologia Kliniczna
Volume: 24
Issue: 4
Publisher: Medical Communications Sp. z o.o.
eISSN: 2451-0645
ISSN: 1644-6313
https://eprints.bournemouth.ac.uk/41029/
https://www.psychiatria.com.pl/assets/pdf/artykuly/356-362-pipk-4-2024-rynkiewicz-ang-pdf.pdf
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Treatment of menopausal vasomotor symptoms and sensory issues in a 53-year-old autistic woman – a case report
Authors: Rynkiewicz, A., Ferensztajn-Rochowiak, E., Moseley, R.L., Gamble-Turner, J.M., Hadjikhani, N., Lacroix, A., Brewer Curran, A., Sohl, K. and Darmochwal-Kolarz, D.
Journal: Psychiatria i Psychologia Kliniczna
Volume: 24
Issue: 4
Pages: 356-362
Publisher: Medical Communications Sp. z o.o.
ISSN: 1644-6313
Abstract:Considered a taboo topic in many societies, menopause in autistic women is still under-recognised, and little research addresses its impact. Existing studies suggest that this often-difficult transition period is associated with numerous unmet health needs and a frustrating lack of knowledge and support from healthcare professionals. Menopausal vasomotor symptoms, the hallmark of menopause, can intensify and worsen sensory sensitivities in many autistic women. We present the case of a 53-year-old Caucasian autistic woman without intellectual disability or other current psychiatric comorbidities. The patient underwent gynaecologic and hormonal lab testing, and was introduced to hormone replacement therapy to ameliorate symptoms of oestradiol and progesterone deficiency. Menopausal vasomotor symptoms experienced by the patient were monitored over a period of seven months following the implementation of hormone replacement therapy and nonpharmacologic approaches. Hormone replacement therapy decreased menopausal vasomotor symptoms, but not all her initial complains. Strong sensory issues were linked to more severe menopausal vasomotor symptoms. This case highlights the need for further research and the development of the global Extension for Community Health Outcomes (ECHO) Autism® model to advance medical care offered to autistic women during menopause.
https://eprints.bournemouth.ac.uk/41029/
https://www.psychiatria.com.pl/assets/pdf/artykuly/356-362-pipk-4-2024-rynkiewicz-ang-pdf.pdf
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