Menopause signals a transition period in a woman's life, marking the end of menstruation cycles. The word "menopause" means that a woman's menstrual periods have stopped permanently. It usually occurs naturally between the ages of 45-55.
The declining levels of estrogen and progesterone during peri-menopause and menopause lead to many physical and emotional changes, including:
If left untreated, lowering estrogen levels during menopause increase risks of several serious health conditions later in life:
Treating menopausal symptoms and maintaining optimal hormone levels is crucial for protecting long-term health.
Pinpointing if and when menopause has occurred is key. This involves tracking symptoms and getting the right laboratory tests done.
The transition phase leading up to menopause is called perimenopause. It involves noticeable changes signaling that menopause approached. Key aspects in diagnosis are:
Careful tracking of periods and lab testing of hormone levels are used to confirm perimenopause.
A woman is officially diagnosed with menopause when she has gone 12 full months without having her menstrual period.
Having 12 months of amenorrhea along with testing helps accurately diagnose.
Menopause hormone therapy (MHT), also known as hormone replacement therapy (HRT), helps relieve uncomfortable symptoms and has extensive benefits if continued long term.
There are many formulations and combinations of bioidentical hormones used in MHT including:
Tailored prescription combinations are used based on the woman's lab testing and symptoms.
Hormones are administered via several delivery methods:
The method chosen depends on the hormone, dose needed and patient preference.
Patients on menopausal therapy require periodic monitoring:
Careful follow-up helps provide optimal symptom relief and balanced hormone levels long-term.
Located in the heart of Deer Park, Revive Hormone Clinic provides compassionate, evidence-based care to women navigating menopause.
We have an amazing team of practitioners here to care for you including:
Our coordinated team works closely together to provide integrative care.
Revive Hormone Clinic offers advanced hormone optimization therapies including:
We continually research and incorporate breakthrough treatments.
Our clinic strives to provide an optimal patient experience through:
We want patients to feel genuinely cared for from the first call onwards.
Studies show that cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness meditation, and hypnosis can be as effective as hormone therapy for managing troublesome menopause symptoms like hot flashes, trouble sleeping, and mood changes without the side effects of medications. These mind-body therapies help women cope during the transition.
For those living in the area, there is much to take advantage of here in Deer Park for supporting menopausal health.
Deer Park provides an optimal healing environment for menopausal women:
Our climate and community resources help improve quality of life during this transition.
We suggest trying out these healthy lifestyle tips while in menopausal treatment:
Taking full advantage of area offerings optimizes your healing.
Conclusion
We hope this overview has provided helpful education around optimally navigating menopause through the compassionate support of our hormone specialists at Revive Hormone Clinic serving the Deer Park area. We are fully committed to helping women thrive during this major health transition. Please call to schedule a consultation so we can explore the best treatment options for your unique needs. We are here to listen and guide you onto a path of reclaiming balanced hormones, resilience and continued fulfillment in the second half of life.
