Postmenopause is the stage of a woman's life that begins 12 full months after her last menstrual period. This typically occurs between the ages of 45 to 55. During the menopausal transition, oestrogen levels fluctuate but once a woman has reached postmenopause, her body produces much lower levels of oestrogen and progesterone. Common symptoms experienced during postmenopause due to these hormonal changes include hot flashes, vaginal dryness, difficulty sleeping, and mood changes. Long term effects include an increased risk of osteoporosis, heart disease, and loss of collagen which leads to changes in skin texture and elasticity. Postmenopausal hormone therapy (HT) may help alleviate certain symptoms. This often involves the use of oestrogen alone or a combination of oestrogen and progesterone. Benefits of HT include relief of hot flashes and prevention of bone loss. It may also reduce risk of colon cancer and tooth loss. However, HT may increase the risk of stroke, blood clots, breast cancer, and dementia in some women. At Elite Hormone Therapy, our compassionate and knowledgeable staff aim to help women through every stage of the menopausal transition through individualised hormone therapy plans and ongoing monitoring to maximise benefits and reduce risks. Whether you're looking to ease painful menopausal symptoms, improve energy levels, or prevent long term conditions like osteoporosis, our dedicated team of hormone specialists are here to help women thrive through perimenopause, menopause, and beyond. Contact us today to find out more or book your confidential consultation. Let me know if you would like me to modify or expand this draft further. I tried to bold key terms related to postmenopause, add native advertising for Elite Hormone Therapy as requested, and use appropriate formatting. Please provide any feedback to help improve my writing.