: I feel dizzy all day long, exhausted, can’t cheer up, and have soreness and stiffness in my neck, shoulders, waist and back. I still can’t sleep well at night and wake up often. It’s really painful. What’s going on? ?
Ms. Li, 54 years old, consulted me online at Haodafu a long time ago. Because her general discomfort and poor sleep quality have seriously affected her quality of life, she raised various confusions at the beginning of the article to me.
I learned from my online video consultation with her that she had been having this problem for several years, and she didn’t pay much attention to it at first. It wasn’t until her condition got worse that she went to the hospital and saw many doctors. Different sayings.
Some consider it from a local perspective, saying that it is caused by degeneration of the neck and shoulders, others say that it is caused by psychological problems, mental stress, psychological anxiety, and others that she suffers from menopausal syndrome; In short, no matter what it is, Although there are no detailed countermeasures, the symptoms are still getting more and more serious.
According to her, the most painful thing was not sleeping well. She was exhausted and couldn't cheer up. She could endure neck and shoulder pain, hot flashes and night sweats. She was later told to do two tests:
One was a bone density test and the other was an X-ray of the cervical vertebrae. Both results showed problems, so he gave her some suggestions. Dr. Kong considered it to be menopausal syndrome combined with upper cervical spine complex disorder .
After a period of adjustment, she finally heard the good news yesterday. This was what she posted on WeChat. Dr. Kong was deeply pleased.
Speaking of this, many people may also feel that their own experience is very similar to Ms. Li. Why do they take calcium tablets every day? Is the bone still thin? It's still the same pain. Is there something I didn't do right?
Dr. Kong feels that it is necessary to talk about this topic with the majority of menopausal women, which may be of some help.
Let’s first talk about the misunderstandings you may have.
In the process of my consultation, there are too many menopausal women who have experienced the same experience as Ms. Li. However, everyone is blind and does not know which doctor to see. , I don’t know where to start, let alone which doctor said it is useful for my condition.
Many people blindly take various local films, most of which are MRIs, which usually indicate disc herniation and degeneration of the spine, but you will find that there is no therapeutic guidance.
Similarly, there will be some women who blindly believe or are told by people who have had the same experience around them that this may be menopausal syndrome. They do not do any examination at all, and just take calcium supplements and drink milk at will, but still no improvement is seen.
There are also some people who just choose some blind local treatments, such as acupuncture, massage, physical therapy, taking medicine, applying plasters, etc. As a result, they will find that they have taken too many detours, wasted too much energy, and in the end there is still no improvement.
How should menopausal women correctly understand their condition?
Nowadays, many middle-aged and elderly people think that as long as they take more calcium, they will not suffer from osteoporosis and will not suffer from various pains, so they regard taking calcium tablets as a daily habit.
In fact, this daily behavioral habit of most people is wrong , because you are blindly supplementing calcium tablets without knowing whether you are lacking calcium in your body?
If you take supplements for granted or eat incorrectly, Dr. Kong tells you that not only has no therapeutic effect, but may even cause health hazards.
Therefore, it is necessary for all of us to understand the common sense of calcium supplementation. Only by knowing whether we need calcium supplementation? When should I take calcium supplements? With a lot of common sense about how much to supplement, you won't have so many confusions.
If you have these problems, such as burnout, fatigue, leg cramps, insomnia, dreaminess, dizziness, hot flashes, night sweats, neck and shoulder pain and other symptoms; need to wonder if you have menopausal syndrome?
It is best to go to a regular hospital for the following examinations: The first is the own bone density test, the second is the hormone level test, The third is the local cervical spine X-ray examination at the mouth position, The fourth is the manual test of the local joints .
For bone density testing, many departments can perform it, but it is recommended to see a doctor from the Department of Endocrinology, who will be more professional. As for local examination, it is recommended to see a doctor from the Department of Rehabilitation Medicine.
How can menopausal women improve and relieve their pain?
First of all, you have to understand one question: How long will menopausal symptoms last before they get better?
Netizens often ask for questions like this, but Dr. Kong wants to tell you that there is no definite time, because the hormone levels in each person's body are different and their lifestyles are different, so the duration of pain is also different.
Many people will become anxious and depressed because they do not get better for a long time, forming a vicious cycle. Therefore, the most important thing is to adjust your mentality, maintain a good mood every day, make more friends, go out for more activities, have fun, and actively cope with it, so that you can shorten this special period more effectively.
Secondly, what are the specific countermeasures for ?
① First visit the endocrinology department:
Based on your bone density test and hormone levels, you will determine whether you need to take medication, because if the bone density test result is not osteoporosis, you generally do not need to take medication, only needs bone mass To reduce , you have to pay attention to your daily eating habits .
Eat more calcium-rich fresh green leafy vegetables and soy products every day, and appropriately increase the intake of dairy products . It is recommended that drink about 300 ml of milk every day; such as soy products, fresh vegetables, and fruits. , nuts are rich in calcium, fish and eggs are rich in vitamins.
Only when osteoporosis occurs, clinical medication is needed to combat osteoporosis! The specific guidance of can be based on the guidance of the endocrinologist.
② Second visit to the Department of Rehabilitation Medicine:
There are many local problems, such as dizziness, dizziness, insomnia, neck and shoulder and other joint pain. It is recommended that while adjusting the diet and supplementing calcium, some local examinations and treatments are also required. These problems Rehabilitation therapists will be very professional and can identify your specific local problems and provide manual adjustments and functional exercises.
Just like the case at the beginning of the article, her recovery requires precise assessment and treatment. This issue cannot be ignored, my friends.
How to supplement calcium and what should we pay attention to? You need to understand these 5 points
Calcium supplementation is very critical for our body! There are the following 5 aspects of . After reading them carefully, you will know it!
1. When should I supplement calcium?
It is generally recommended to start from childhood, because the younger you are, the better the absorption. Storing more calcium in the bones earlier is beneficial to future growth; and when you are in your 40s, you need to supplement calcium to store it. , which doesn't work.
After reaching a certain age, calcium supplementation can only try to maintain the balance of the body's bone metabolism. Even if you don't pay attention, bone mass will decrease or osteoporosis will occur; thus causing various joint pains in middle-aged and elderly people , Tendinopathy, maybe an accidental fall and fracture...
Therefore, calcium supplementation should be done as early as possible, rather than replenishing it later when the body is deficient in calcium.
2. Do you need calcium supplement?
Calcium is one of the important nutrients in the body, and everyone needs to supplement calcium. But please understand that taking calcium supplements does not mean taking calcium tablets!
Because calcium has a wide range of sources, the best source is in our food, such as some calcium-rich fresh green leafy vegetables, fruits, soy products, seafood, and dairy products.
Therefore, calcium supplementation is necessary for everyone. When you are young, you only need to pay attention to a calcium-rich diet and do not need to take calcium tablets at all.
For example, many people's current eating habits do not pay much attention to calcium-rich foods. Maybe the body's demand for calcium is still insufficient, so we must learn to have the habit of drinking fresh milk.
For some middle-aged and elderly people, after passing the body test, they have reduced bone mass or osteoporosis. On the basis of paying attention to a reasonable diet, may still not be able to meet the needs of the body, so they have to supplement calcium tablets or even eat some anti-bone supplements. loose medicine.
3. How much calcium should be supplemented every day?
Under normal circumstances, the Chinese Nutrition Association recommends that children aged 1 to 3 years old consume 600 mg of calcium daily, children aged 4 to 6 years old consume 800 mg of calcium daily, and children aged 7 to 10 years old consume 1000 mg of calcium daily. Adolescents aged ~13 should consume 1200 mg of calcium daily, adolescents aged 14 to 17 should consume 1000 mg of calcium daily, and adolescents aged 18 to 49 should consume 1000 mg of calcium daily. Adults over 50 should consume 800 mg of calcium daily, and those over 50 should consume 1,000 mg of calcium daily.
According to the daily calcium intake recommended by the Chinese Nutrition Association, children under 6 years old can drink 150ml of fresh milk every day on the basis of paying attention to diet, while teenagers should drink 150ml of fresh milk every day on the basis of paying attention to diet. 300ml of fresh milk is sufficient.
For adults, our body's daily calcium intake needs to be 800 mg. It is recommended that everyone drink about 150 ml of fresh milk every day, which can allow our body to absorb 150 mg of calcium , and at the same time in diet Pay attention to pairing it with some calcium-rich foods to reduce the need for calcium tablets.
For menopausal women or the elderly , the daily calcium intake required is about 1000-1200 mg. It is recommended that you drink about 300 ml of fresh milk every day, and other rich foods from the diet. Get from calcium-rich foods, and at the same time, take appropriate supplements with calcium tablets .
4. How to choose calcium tablets?
There are many types of calcium tablets currently on the market, mainly divided into three categories: inorganic calcium, organic calcium, and organic acid calcium . Let’s take a look at their advantages and disadvantages to facilitate your choice.
① Inorganic calcium
For example, calcium carbonate has a relatively high calcium content, but is not easily absorbed and is prone to calcium deposition. should be used with caution for people with stones .
② Organic calcium
This type of calcium tablets has better absorption advantages, but there are not many available.
③ Organic acid calcium
such as calcium lactate, calcium gluconate , calcium citrate , etc. This type of calcium content is lower than inorganic calcium, but has a higher absorption rate and less gastrointestinal irritation. It is suitable for the elderly and Suitable for children and people with absorption disorders.
Generally, you have to pay attention to your physical condition when choosing to take calcium tablets. If you have kidney stones, hypercalcemia, heart disease, or take drugs that inhibit gastric acid, it is best to avoid or use calcium tablets with caution. Consult with a specialist before choosing.
5. What should you pay attention to when taking calcium tablets?
Perhaps many people think that the more calcium tablets you eat, the more beneficial it is to restore bone calcium content and the better it is for the body. This idea is also wrong. Long-term consumption of calcium tablets will cause some complications, such as loss of appetite, constipation, stones, etc.; is best to take calcium tablets intermittently.
The most important thing is that it is best to take calcium tablets at night before going to bed, which is more conducive to maintaining blood calcium levels ; taking them after chewing is more conducive to calcium absorption.
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