"I would go beetroot red in the face, profusely start to sweat and there I am, standing in front of 300 people,"she said.
"This model of medicalisation of menopause is actively disempowering for women,"she said.
"Death is a normal part of life, but it's something we want to avoid,"she said.
"They need care,"she said.
"Changing the narrative to view menopause as part of healthy aging may better empower women to navigate this life stage and reduce fear and trepidation amongst those who have yet to experience it,"Professor Hickey said.