6 menopausal symptoms of inflammation

#1 More Joint Pains

If you're already suffering from a form of arthritis, like rheumatoid arthritis, a form of joint inflammation, menopause can further cause the joints to take more damage, because of the declining estrogen levels.

Researchers conducted an observational study to investigate how menopause interacts with women with rheumatoid arthritis.

The results show that menopause has a detrimental effect on women with rheumatoid arthritis, worsening the arthritis and even limiting their movements.

#2 More Hot Flashes

When the body gets inflamed too often, it might cause an overactive immune system. This can cause inflammation to be constantly elevated in the body, which is also known as chronic inflammation.

Chronic inflammation can cause many health problems, as it can damage our cells and tissues, interfere with our blood sugar control and alter our stress response by increasing the release of stress hormones.

As the body produces more stress hormones, the stress levels are heightened, which can lead to more frequent and intense hot flashes.

#3 More Fatigue

The antibodies that cause the inflammation can affect not only your joints, but also your central nervous system, which is why high inflammation levels can lead to severe fatigue.

Fatigue is much more than just being tired. It makes you feel like you’re totally out of energy. It can be so severe that you think you have the flu.

You might feel worn out even though you haven’t done more than usual. Often, nothing seems to help -- not even sleep. Fatigue doesn’t get better with more sleep or rest.

Fatigue can take a toll on your body, mind, and emotions. You may feel weary, foggy, or forgetful. It might be hard to enjoy get-togethers with friends or family.

#4 More Mood Swings

Mood swings could be the brain’s response to inflammation.

The inflammatory response is a key component of our immune system. When our bodies are invaded by bacteria, viruses, toxins, or parasites, the immune system recruits cells, proteins, and tissues, including the brain, to attack these invaders.

Unfortunately, inflammation can cause some side effects. The antibodies released can make the body seem “sick”, which can cause some physical, cognitive and behavioural changes.

Typically, the sick person experiences sleepiness, fatigue, slow reaction time, cognitive impairments, and loss of appetite.

Experiencing these symptoms can cause severe and intense mood swings.

#5 More Insomnia

Inflammation can be caused by a list of things, ranging from stress to even a bad diet. And once the body is constantly inflamed, it increases the body’s levels of cytokines, which interfere with normal sleep. 

Cytokines are messenger molecules that put your system on red alert to signal that something is wrong. 

Unfortunately, when inflammation is chronic they get produced throughout the night, causing insomnia.

#6 More Weight Gain

If you’re dealing with chronic inflammation, you will no doubt have digestive issues.

Leaky gut syndrome is one such problem. It damages the digestive tract as well as other bodily organs and functions. 

In fact, joint pain, headaches, lack of energy, thyroid issues, bloating, weight gain, and food allergies and sensitivities are all common symptoms of leaky gut syndrome. 

Studies show that leaky gut syndrome often results in diabetes and obesity as well.

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