Menopause

Female Sexual Health & Hormone Replacement

Menopause occurs when a woman has not menstruated in 12 consecutive months and can no longer become pregnant naturally. It usually begins between the ages of 45 and 55 but can develop before or after this age range.

Menopause is a natural process that occurs as the ovaries age and produce less reproductive hormones. The body undergoes several changes in response to lower levels of hormones.

  • estrogen
  • progesterone
  • testosterone
  • follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH)
  • luteinizing hormone (LH)

Symptoms:

Irregular periods, Vaginal dryness. Hot flashes. Chills. Night sweats. Sleep problems. Mood changes. painful intercourse, cataracts, periodontal disease, osteoporosis, urinary incontinence heart and blood vessel disease Weight gain and slowed metabolism.

Common causes of induced menopause include:

  • bilateral oophorectomy, or surgical removal of the ovaries
  • ovarian ablation, or the shutdown of ovary function, which may be done by hormone therapy, surgery, or radiotherapy techniques in women with estrogen receptor-positive tumors
  • pelvic radiation
  • pelvic injuries that severely damage or destroy the ovaries

How is menopause diagnosed?

Lab test that include: TSH (thyroid), CBC, chemistries, Liver function, Kidney function, and testosterone, progesterone, prolactin, estradiol, and chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) tests and others.

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Types of Treatment

Sexual Enhancement Creams

The active ingredient in these products varies, but most contain an amino acid called L-arginine, which is a precursor to nitric oxide, a potent dilator of blood vessels. The idea is that by increasing blood flow to the genitals, you increase sensation and enhance lubrication, making it easier to have an orgasm.

Other Menopause Medications

  • topical minoxidil 5 percent, used once daily for hair thinning and loss
  • eflornithine hydrochloride topical cream for unwanted hair growth
  • selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), commonly paroxetine 7.5 milligrams for hot flashes, anxiety, and depression
  • nonhormonal vaginal moisturizers and lubricants
  • low-dose estrogen-based vaginal lubricants in the form of a cream, ring, or tablet
  • ospemifene for vaginal dryness and painful intercourse
  • sleep medications for insomnia

A $50 non-refundable fee is charged at time of booking.

The $50 fee will be deducted from your total payment.

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Bioidentical Hormone replacements (Pellets) (Coming Soon)

What are Pellets:

Bioidentical hormone replacement pellets are small, rice-sized pellets that are placed under the skin and it releases a specific measured amount of hormones over several months.

Benefits of Pellet Therapy:

  • Bioidentical Hormones work just like natural hormones.
  • Pellet Therapy does not disrupt or interfere with your liver and does not negatively impact clotting factors, blood pressure, lipid levels, or glucose.
  • Maintains and potentially improves bone density with a consistent dosage of hormones.
  • Consistent improvement in cardiovascular health, libido, migraines, sleep disturbance, hot flashes, depression and mood swings, and joint aches and pains.