HRT
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Understanding PMS and PMDD
What Is PMS and PMDD? PMS is a spectrum of physical, behavioural, and psychological symptoms which regularly recur in the luteal phase of each menstrual cycle (the two weeks leading up to your period) and which resolve or significantly improve by the end of your period. Over 150 symptoms have been recorded: PMDD is a…
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HRT, your questions answered
Should everyone take HRT? I’m a big fan of HRT, I’ve seen it transform people’s lives. I don’t however believe there is any drug or medical intervention that is always right for all of us. Saying that I strongly believe everyone should have access to accurate information to make their own informed choices. There has…
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The genitourinary syndrome of the menopause, what you need to know
What is it? The genitourinary syndrome of the menopause is common, and often not discussed, but once recognised there are lots of options for helping symptoms including local oestrogen, vulval care, moisturisers and lubricants. Oestrogen lubricates the vulvovaginal tissues and helps the vaginal microbiome. It also improves bladder function and reduces urinary infections. Oestrogen and…
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HRT
With all the different types of HRT available, how do I pick what may suit someone best? HRT for everyone? So full disclosure. I’m a big fan of HRT, I’ve seen it transform lives. People have repeatedly told me how it’s helped them feel like them again, how it’s saved their marriage, their job, even…
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Migraine, the impact of menopause
Migraines affect 1 in 5 women, with three times as many women being affected as men. The symptoms can be really debilitating and include much more than headaches. Triggers There is often a history of migraine in the family, suggesting a genetic susceptibility. It can be helpful to look at whether there are triggers for…
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Osteoporosis, the impact of menopause, and holistic strategies for optimising your bone health
In my experience, bone health is not something many people are that concerned by, unless they have seen first hand how significantly osteoporosis has affected a family member. However, the implications of falls and fractures, especially for postmenopausal women, underscore the importance of proactive bone care. In the UK, 50% of postmenopausal women will break…
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Testosterone treatment in menopause
The role of testosterone Described by Maisie Hill as the Serena Williams of our hormones, with testosterone on board we feel ambitious, competitive, and active. Not just for men, testosterone is produced by the ovaries and adrenal glands, and usually declines from our 30s, although in a more gradual way than oestrogen and progesterone. The…