Menopause is a natural transition that all women go through as they age, marking the end of a woman's reproductive years. The average age for menopause is 51, but it can occur anytime between the ages of 45-55.
During menopause, a woman's ovaries produce less of the key hormones - estrogen and progesterone. This leads to symptoms like hot flashes, night sweats, vaginal dryness, irregular periods, trouble sleeping, mood changes, and more. Let's explore the key aspects of menopause and how hormone therapy can help alleviate symptoms:
Estrogen deficiency during menopause also poses certain health risks:
That's why it's so important to address hormone imbalance through properly-managed hormone replacement therapy (HRT).
Hormone therapy/HRT can provide immense relief from troublesome menopause symptoms when tailored specifically to your needs.
The main benefits include:
In addition to symptom relief, HRT also:
Thoughtfully-managed bioidentical hormone therapy works best to provide optimal symptom control while minimizing risks. Our practitioners specialize in crafting customized regimens incorporating bioidentical hormones like estradiol, progesterone, testosterone, and DHEA.
Hormone therapy for menopause includes:
We determine the optimal type, dose and delivery method based on your needs and risk factors through shared decision making.
HRT is very safe when properly managed under the care of an experienced menopause specialist, with appropriate clinical monitoring. We craft personalized therapy aligned to global standards that provides maximum benefits while minimizing potential risks like blood clots and stroke. Talk to us to understand if HRT is right for you.
Getting an accurate, timely diagnosis and prompt treatment is crucial for managing menopause properly. Here's why early intervention helps:
Our compassionate practitioners are sensitive to the struggles you face during this transition. We provide personalized solutions so you can thrive in menopause - talk to us today.
We offer comprehensive menopause treatment incorporating advanced hormone testing, careful therapy design, close monitoring and compassionate support.
Our key strengths include:
We partner with you so you can enjoy optimal wellness during menopause and beyond. Contact us today to get started!
Did you know that cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) has been found to significantly reduce the frequency and severity of hot flashes and night sweats during menopause? Multiple studies have shown that CBT which helps women cope with stress and change perspectives on menopausal symptoms, can be as effective as hormone replacement therapy without any of the associated health risks.
To achieve the best possible results from hormone therapy, we provide suitable recommendations regarding:
We partner with you at every step, providing ongoing guidance so you can enjoy life to the fullest during menopause and beyond.
For residents of the Bedford area looking into hormone therapy, there are a few key things to know:
The cooler fall and winter months tend to be best for starting hormone therapy as hot flashes are less likely during this time. We advise optimization between October to February in the Bedford climate.
Some local resources for comprehensive menopause hormone tests include:
Bedford offers many peaceful, charming areas to relax and stay active, supporting wellness during hormone therapy:
Please contact us to craft a tailored menopause treatment plan. Our experienced practitioners help Bedford-area women thrive during hormone transition and beyond.
