About the guide
About Climacteric
Why this site exists
Most people say “menopause” when they mean the whole transition. The medical term for that longer journey — from the first irregular cycles through the years after the final period — is the climacteric. This site explains it clearly, without hype, using current professional guidance.
Medical review
Content on Climacteric is medically reviewed by Thomas E. Burns III, MD, a board-certified obstetrician and gynecologist with more than 25 years of experience in the practice of menopausal medicine.
Editorial approach
We summarise professional guidance in plain language, note where evidence is strong and where it is uncertain, and update pages when guidance changes. We do not sell products or accept payment to feature treatments. This site is supported by advertising. Advertisers have no influence over content.
Climacteric is for educational purposes only. It does not replace diagnosis, treatment, or advice from a qualified health professional who knows your individual medical history.