Navigating Menopause: Tips and Tricks for a Smooth Transition Menopause is a natural biological process that marks the end of a woman’s reproductive years. It is a significant milestone in a woman’s life and can have a profound impact on her physical and emotional well-being. Menopause occurs when a woman’s ovaries stop producing eggs and […]
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Night sweats refer to excessive sweating during sleep that can soak through clothing and bedding. It is a common problem that affects many people and can significantly impact sleep quality. When night sweats occur, they can disrupt sleep, leading to fatigue, irritability, and decreased overall well-being. Identifying the underlying cause of night sweats is crucial
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Hormone replacement therapy is a medical treatment that involves replacing hormones that are no longer being produced in sufficient quantities by the body. It is commonly used to alleviate symptoms of menopause and andropause, as well as to address hormonal imbalances caused by thyroid disorders. Understanding hormone replacement therapy is important for those considering it,
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My periods had always been clockwork, no fertility problems, and no history of female issues. So you can imagine my surprise when like a light switch, peri-menopause greeted me suddenly at the ripe old age of 41. I didn’t know it was peri-menopause at first; that was the last thing on my mind. I thought
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Aging poses changes for men and women. Imbalanced hormones can significantly affect your quality of life. It is common to assume that these symptoms are just the expected signs of aging and that nothing can be done to address it. The good news is, there are options. When estrogen and progesterone levels become deficient,
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As Sophia on ‘The Golden Girls’ would preface her famous stories, picture it, you are at your PCP office for your yearly physical. Your doctor asks you how you are doing. Instead of saying the inevitable, “fine,” you decide to disclose the truth. You feel awful, and something seems off. You have found yourself snapping
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As we grow older, our immune system does not work as diligently as it did when we were younger. There have been numerous studies on sex hormones and immune system function. Many factors affect how the immune system functions. Females are more likely to become victims of autoimmune diseases like Multiple Sclerosis, Crohn’s Disease, Lupus,
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The average age for menopause in the United States is 51, according to the Mayo Clinic. But menopause can happen to women throughout their 40’s and 50’s, too. However, it is possible for perimenopause to start in the late 30s (early or premature menopause) and early 40’s. The symptoms of menopause vary from woman to
Estrogen is an essential hormone that maintains the foundation for female vitality and well-being. Estrogen is critical in proper brain function, bone density, and reproduction. Estrogen is also responsible for the stability of many things like heart, brain, bones and metabolism. Too much or not enough estrogen can result in metabolic imbalances and other
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It’s that time in life when women are taught to dread menopause. Menopause often presents itself in stages; perimenopause, menopause and post-menopause. Menopause means that you can no longer reproduce. Your body no longer releases an egg at ovulation, allowing for pregnancy. The effect of menopause is different from woman to woman. Some women feel
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