Menopausal symptoms are associated with oral sensory complaints in perimenopausal women: an observational study

Abstract Background Perimenopausal women experience a wide variety of systemic symptoms: hot flashes, sweating, mental health concerns and various oral sensory complaints (OSC). OSC in perimenopausal include xerostomia, taste disturbance burning mouth. However, the factors associated with these have not been identified. The purpose this investigation was to elucidate women. Methods study cohort comprised 43 aged 45–55 years. Data on medical history, medications, menstrual status, menopausal symptoms, quality life, mouth were collected. Volumes unstimulated stimulated saliva measured. Tongue coating evaluated according tongue index. Univariate analysis performed identify significantly having disturbance, more than two (2OSC). Next, strongly symptoms examined by logistic regression analysis. Results number higher, volume lower participants or 2OSC those without characteristics. Agents targeting central nervous system frequently taken According analysis, an explanatory variable for 2OSC. Conclusions Our findings suggested that symptoms. Management may decrease OSC, leading improved life