Menopause

Menopause is a normal part of a woman’s aging process. Unfortunately, the side effects that come with the “change of life” may affect your quality of life. Dedicated to providing women with comprehensive, integrative care, the experienced team of women’s health experts at Lenox OBGYN specializes in the management of menopause. They provide treatments aimed at alleviating your symptoms so you can get back to your active lifestyle. For menopause management, contact the office located in the Midtown West area of Manhattan in New York City by phone or online today.

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What is menopause?

Menopause is a normal part of a woman’s aging process and marks the end of her fertility. You reach menopause when you’ve gone 12 months in a row without your period.

After menopause, production of estrogen and progesterone decreases significantly.

The average age of menopause for women in the United States is 52. However, menopause doesn’t happen all at once. First, you go through a transitional period called perimenopause, which may last up to four years.

When does the transition to menopause start?

Most women in the United States begin the transition to menopause in their mid- to late-forties. During this time, your hormone levels fluctuate and you may experience irregularities in your menstrual cycle. You may also experience many of the symptoms associated with menopause during this transitional period.

How will menopause affect me?

The symptoms that come with menopause vary from woman to woman. For some, menopause symptoms are mild and easily managed. However, for others symptoms are severe and affect daily life.

Some of the symptoms you may experience with menopause include:

Hot flashes
Night sweats
Depression
Irritability
Vaginal dryness
Low libido
Weight gain

In addition to the physical symptoms, the hormonal changes that come with menopause increase your risk of osteoporosis.

What are menopause treatments?

Menopause is a natural biological process that you can’t stop. However, the team at Lenox OBGYN offers treatments to alleviate your symptoms. They create personalized treatment plans based on your symptoms, medical history, and family history.

Your treatment plan may include:

Hormone therapy
Vaginal estrogen
Low-dose antidepressants
Gabapentin or clonidine to treat hot flashes
Medications to treat osteoporosis

Your treatment plan may also include nutritional supplements, diet recommendations, and an exercise plan to promote health and wellness.

Is hormone therapy safe?

Many women have concerns about the use of hormone therapy for the treatment of menopause symptoms due the results of the Women’s Health Initiative. However, recent research indicates that hormone therapy is a safe treatment when provided in low doses for a short period of time.

In addition to alleviating your menopause symptoms, hormone therapy may also reduce your risk of breast cancer, heart disease, and osteoporosis.

However, hormone therapy may not be recommended if you have a personal or family history of blood clots, heart disease, or breast cancer.

You don’t have to change the way you live your life with menopause. Call Lenox OBGYN or use the online scheduling tool to book your menopause consultation today.