Menopause is a natural transition that all women go through, marking the end of a woman's reproductive years. The menopause expert doctors at Hormone Harmony Clinic understand the multitude of changes and challenges associated with menopause and provide compassionate, holistic care to help women thrive.
Menopause is diagnosed after a woman has gone 12 months without a menstrual period. Perimenopause refers to the transitional stage leading up to menopause, which can last for several years. During this time, hormone levels fluctuate and women may experience symptoms like hot flashes, trouble sleeping, and mood changes.
The average age for menopause is 51, but it can occur from 40-55 years old due to various factors. Menopause is a natural process that marks the end of fertility. After menopause, menstrual cycles stop completely as the ovaries no longer release eggs each month.
Symptoms vary significantly from woman to woman. Common symptoms include:
Menopause specialists can provide both short-term symptom relief as well as protect long-term health through individualized treatment plans.
Hormone therapy (HT) replaces depleting estrogen levels, providing major relief for menopause symptoms. When appropriately prescribed, it is a safe and effective option for most healthy women under 60.
There are two main types of hormone therapy:
Both ET and EPT are available as pills, skin patches, gels, sprays, or vaginal inserts. Hormone Harmony Clinic will determine the best formulation and dosage to meet each woman's needs.
Relief of hot flashes, night sweats, and vaginal dryness provides tremendous comfort during menopause. HT also has protective effects against:
Starting HT before age 60 provides the most anti-aging and protective benefits for long-term health.
Holistic menopause care involves optimizing diet, movement, stress relief, and other lifestyle factors alongside hormone therapy. Hormone Harmony Clinic provides personalized recommendations so patients can thrive during this transition.
Key dietary tips include:
Small tweaks adding more nutrients while avoiding inflammatory foods can improve energy, weight management, and overall wellbeing during menopause.
Regular exercise provides a long list of menopause benefits:
Aim for 150 minutes of moderate activity like walking or gentle yoga each week. Adding resistance training twice a week builds muscle mass and bone density.
Menopause can be an emotionally turbulent time. Prioritizing stress relief is key to resilience. Effective strategies include:
Port Orange has yoga studios, massage therapists, picturesque walking trails, parks, and more to incorporate stress-relieving self-care.
Having a strong support network is invaluable during big life transitions like menopause. Consider:
Hormone Harmony Clinic hosts a monthly menopause support group meeting. Patients also share a wealth of guidance and reassurance in online communities.
The compassionate providers at Hormone Harmony Clinic recognize menopause as an opportunity to prevent future disease, slow aging, and enhance vitality during midlife and beyond. With an integrative approach, we develop individualized treatment plans so patients can achieve optimal wellness during this transition.
Don't struggle through menopause alone - take charge of your health and contact Hormone Harmony Clinic to schedule a new patient appointment! Our caring team is here to listen, educate, and create an individualized treatment plan so you can feel your best during this transitional life stage.
Many women going through menopause find that practicing mindfulness techniques, like meditation and yoga, can help ease some of the most unpleasant symptoms. Studies show that these relaxing practices lower stress hormones, improve sleep, and enhance overall wellbeing - an accessible, drug-free way to find relief during this transition.
