Experiencing menopause symptoms? Here’s what experts say can help – CBC

Focus should be on treating symptoms, not quick fixes

Feb 09, 2026

With menopause symptoms ranging from sleep trouble to burning mouth syndrome, people aren’t always sure what they’re experiencing, says Dr. Alison Shea.

So The Dose spoke to several clinicians and researchers at the forefront of menopause care in Canada about the latest treatments, ranging from hormone therapy to exercise and diet.

Here’s what they told us.

Hormone therapy
Hormone therapy delivered through a pill, patch or gel is considered the gold standard for someone in menopause experiencing night sweats and hot flashes, says Dr. Kelsey Mills, an obstetrician and gynecologist based in Victoria, B.C. The therapy can also help with symptoms that include insomnia, joint pain, vaginal dryness, vulvar irritation and pain during penetrative sex.

Read more: https://www.cbc.ca/radio/whitecoat/menopause-symptoms-treatment-9.7078276