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Do At-Home Menopause Test Work?

What: At-home menopause tests are now a thing, and the Washington Post looks at whether they work. They find it’s kind of a mixed bag – some providers say it’s not necessary and to just talk to your doctor, others say it can be helpful for some patients to feel prepared before going in to see a health care provider.

Why it matters: Medical school training on menopause isn’t broadly comprehensive, and women can be dismissed when reporting menopause symptoms. We get those who want a test AND those who would rather just talk to the doc.

Source: Washington Post

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