Menopause treatment

Understanding Menopause

Menopause marks the end of a woman's menstrual cycles and fertility. It usually occurs naturally between the ages of 45 and 55. As a woman approaches menopause, her estrogen levels begin to fluctuate and decline, which can lead to symptoms like hot flashes, night sweats, vaginal dryness, difficulty sleeping, and mood changes.

Timely treatment is important for relieving symptoms and reducing long-term health risks associated with hormone changes. Our experienced menopause practitioners at Rejuvenate Hormone Clinic provide customized menopause care to help women transition comfortably.

Common Symptoms and Changes

Some of the most common menopausal symptoms include:

Hot flashes
Night sweats
Vaginal atrophy
Difficulty sleeping
Emotional changes
Fatigue

As estrogen levels fall, women may also experience accelerated bone loss, heart health risks, and other issues. Our menopause specialists offer comprehensive testing and evidence-based, natural treatments to address deficient hormones and help women thrive.

Customized Menopause Treatments

Key elements of our menopausal treatment plans include:

Holistic menopause doctors conduct genetic testing, bloodwork, and assessments
Bioidentical hormones (estradiol, progesterone)
Lifestyle changes - nutrition, fitness, stress reduction
Targeted supplementation - omega-3s, magnesium, vitamin D
Vaginal moisturizers/lubricants
Referrals for specialized care

Your Menopause Care Experts

As leading menopause practitioners, Rejuvenate Hormone Clinic' clinicians have over 20 years of experience helping women address menopausal concerns. We take a holistic approach focused on hormone optimization, genetics, nutrition, and lifestyle changes for complete wellbeing.

Our integrative menopause clinic provides:

Specialized menopause care
Custom treatment plans
Ongoing monitoring and adjustment

We ease menopausal transitions through expertise, compassion, and evidence-based care - schedule a consultation to learn more. Here is a draft 5-topic FAQ on menopause treatment with about 500 words total:

FAQ on Menopause Treatment

What are the most common symptoms of menopause that women experience?

Many women experience various symptoms as they go through menopause. The most common symptoms are hot flashes, night sweats, vaginal dryness, difficulty sleeping, irritability, and mood changes. Hot flashes can come on suddenly with a feeling of warmth spreading through the upper body and face. Night sweats often follow hot flashes at night. Vaginal dryness can make intercourse painful. Sleep may be frequently interrupted. Some women feel increased anxiety, depression, or mood swings during menopause.

What lifestyle changes can help manage menopause symptoms?

Lifestyle adjustments can help ease some menopause symptoms without medication. Regular exercise helps reduce hot flashes and improves mood. Practicing stress-reducing activities like yoga, meditation, or deep breathing provides relief. Staying cool with layered, breathable clothing, avoiding triggers like caffeine, spicy foods, alcohol, and warm environments can reduce hot flashes. Using vaginal lubricants lessens vaginal dryness and discomfort during sex. Getting enough sleep, limiting caffeine, not smoking, and avoiding alcohol supports overall health.

What prescription medications effectively treat menopausal symptoms?

If bothersome symptoms persist, prescription medications can provide relief. Low-dose antidepressants like fluoxetine help with hot flashes and mood changes. Gabapentin is another option for managing hot flashes and night sweats. Local estrogen creams and lubricants treat vaginal dryness and discomfort. Consider supplements like phytoestrogens, black cohosh, vitamin E, or omega-3 fatty acids. Prescription remedies should be carefully evaluated with your healthcare provider regarding risks and benefits.

What natural or herbal remedies can alleviate menopause symptoms?

Some women find symptom relief from natural products like soy, red clover, flaxseed, evening primrose oil, or over-the-counter supplements containing black cohosh or vitamin E. Research suggests soy foods containing isoflavones modestly help hot flashes. Red clover extract may aid vaginal dryness. Flaxseed has weak estrogen-like compounds providing mild hot flash relief. Primrose oil and black cohosh show mixed results in studies. These products seem relatively safe, but quality varies. Consult your doctor before using herbal supplements which have risks of side effects and interactions.

When should someone consider bioidentical hormone therapy?

Bioidentical hormone therapy custom-formulates plant-based hormones identical to the estrogen and progesterone naturally made by the body. BHRT matches a woman’s individual hormone levels before menopause. Compounded BHRT comes in creams, gels, sprays, lozenges, or oils. The risks are lower compared to traditional hormone replacement. BHRT helps hot flashes, sleep issues, mood changes, vaginal dryness, bone loss, and stiffness. BHRT is a reasonable option for women under 60 or within 10 years of menopause who cannot get relief from other treatments.