Menopause is a natural transition that all women go through, marking the end of a woman's menstrual cycles. As estrogen levels decline during perimenopause and menopause, many women experience symptoms like hot flashes, trouble sleeping, vaginal dryness, and mood changes. The good news is that menopause symptoms can be effectively managed through lifestyle changes, hormone therapy, and working with experts like those at Hormone Harmony Clinic.
Menopause officially occurs when a woman has not had a menstrual period for 12 consecutive months. The years leading up to menopause are called perimenopause, when hormone levels begin to fluctuate and decline. Some key facts about menopause:
During the menopause transition, levels of hormones like estrogen and progesterone decline rapidly. This hormone imbalance is why many women have symptoms like:
Seeking treatment for menopause through hormone therapy and other interventions can provide immense relief by:
- Reducing frequency/intensity of hot flashes - Restoring moisture to vaginal tissues - Lifting brain fog and fatigue - Regulating mood and easing anxiety/irritability
- Strengthening bones and reducing fracture risk - Improving heart health factors like cholesterol - Maintaining bladder and urinary tract health - Slowing risks for conditions like Alzheimer’s disease
Hormone therapy can involve strategically balancing levels of key hormones affected by menopause:
- Used to relieve hot flashes, vaginal dryness, and urinary symptoms - Multiple estrogen preparations and doses for individualization - Can be used short or long-term
- Important for protecting uterine health if only using estrogen - Can regulate menstrual bleeding - May help mood, sleep and bone health
Our clinic prides itself on fine-tuning bespoke hormone therapy for each woman based on her symptoms, health profile, lifestyle and treatment goals.
Our hormone specialists have advanced certifications in menopause management and decades of experience successfully treating women undergoing this transition.
We take time to listen and understand your unique situation, goals and needs to develop customized treatment plans.
We empower you with the information you need to make informed decisions about your care during and after menopause.
Your care continues between and after visits with secure messaging, to ensure optimal outcomes.
