Medically reviewed by Patricia Shelton, MD Many women find that their sleep suffers during perimenopause. When you’re not sleeping well, it can affect every other aspect of your life, from your mood and energy levels to your ability to think clearly and remember...
medically reviewed by Patricia Shelton, MD Itching, body itching and vulva itching are a common symptom in perimenopause. This is because estrogen plays an important role in maintaining the health of the skin, as well as the membranes of the vagina. When estrogen...
Medically reviewed by Patricia Shelton, MD For those experiencing symptoms related to the menopausal transition, hormone replacement therapy (HRT) may be a good option. Although it’s not right for everyone, HRT does relieve symptoms in many people. In fact, HRT is...
medically reviewed by Patricia Shelton, MD What you should know about the new non-hormonal medication Veozah for hot flashes It’s very common to experience a variety of symptoms during the menopausal transition. One of the most common types are what doctors call...
Changes in mood are common during perimenopause. Studies have found that the risk of perimenopause depression is two to five times greater than during a woman’s premenopausal years. Depression can have a huge impact on a woman’s quality of life. Postpartum depression...
The age at which a woman goes through menopause has an impact on her risk of disease and quality of life. Women who go through menopause early are at an increased risk for a variety of health issues, including osteoporosis, dementia, and heart disease. It’s best for...
Medically reviewed by Patricia Shelton, MD During perimenopause (the period leading up to menopause), it’s common for women to experience a variety of symptoms. Among the most concerning to many women is heart palpitations in perimenopause. This is the sensation that...
by Patricia Shelton, MD Women may experience a variety of symptoms around the time of menopause. During the menopausal transition and afterwards, many women feel vaginal itching or other discomfort in the vagina. What causes this, and what can you do to get relief?...
Medically Reviewed by Dr. Patricia Shelton, MD During perimenopause and after menopause, many women experience symptoms like vaginal dryness and pain during intercourse. These are symptoms of vaginal atrophy, which affects around half of all postmenopausal women. This...
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