Brazilian Health Concerns: Frozen Shoulder Study Highlights Menopause Link, Patient Reports Primary Care Delays

A 2025 review in the Journal of Clinical Medicine suggests that the sharp decline in estrogen during menopause may increase the risk of capsulite adhesive, or "frozen shoulder," in women aged 40‑60. The condition affects an estimated 2‑5% of the population, and hormone‑replacement therapy was associated with a lower incidence in a study of 2,000 participants. Researchers caution that direct causation has not been proven, but hormonal changes are considered a plausible factor alongside diabetes, thyroid disorders and stress.

In a separate report from Campo Grande, a woman with diabetes, hypertension and fibromyalgia described a nearly two‑month wait for a medical appointment at the USF Paulo Coelho Machado. After multiple visits and pending test results, she was told that no doctor was available, forcing her to endure prolonged waits on uncomfortable benches. The complaint highlights ongoing challenges in Brazil’s primary‑care system, especially for patients with chronic conditions.