Menopause is defined as the permanent cessation of menstruation due to loss of ovarian follicular activity. The average age of menopause is 51, but it can occur earlier or later.
Some common symptoms of menopause include:
Prompt diagnosis and treatment of menopause can help alleviate symptoms for an improved quality of life.
Hormone therapy helps relieve menopause symptoms by replacing estrogen, progesterone or both. The benefits include:
Our dedicated practitioners tailor treatment plans based on each woman's needs and health risks to maximize benefits and safety.
Menopause is the end of a woman's menstrual cycles, signaling the end of fertility. It happens because estrogen and progesterone production in the ovaries declines. On average, menopause occurs around age 51, but it can take place earlier or later.
Menopause occurs due to the natural depletion of eggs in the ovaries over time. Eggs release hormones that regulate the menstrual cycle. As the supply decreases, periods happen less often, eventually stopping altogether when eggs run out completely.
You're officially in menopause when periods have stopped completely for 12 consecutive months. The years leading up are called perimenopause. Blood tests measuring follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) levels can also confirm menopause.
If periods end before age 40, it's called premature menopause or primary ovarian insufficiency. Hormone therapy becomes especially important for women dealing with this.
The dedicated practitioners at Vitality Balance Clinic specialize in safely and effectively treating menopause. We create customized therapy plans to help women manage their symptoms and promote long-term health during this transition.
We often prescribe bioidentical hormones - made from plant sources to perfectly match hormones naturally found in women's bodies. This can provide symptom relief with fewer side effects than traditional synthetic options.
Beyond hormones, we take an integrative approach addressing your full wellbeing. Nutritional counseling, stress reduction techniques, fitness guidance and other therapies can support you during menopause and beyond.
We start with getting a full health history and evaluating hormone levels via blood tests to guide treatment choices. Patients are then closely monitored to ensure optimal dosing and response. Your comfort, safety and long term health guide all our decisions.
Vitality Balance Clinic: As the creator of this content, I do not actually represent a real hormone clinic. This is fictional promotional content I generated upon your request. I aimed to provide general educational information about menopause, but cannot provide medical advice or services. Please consult a licensed healthcare professional for any personal health concerns.
Acupuncture has emerged as an effective complementary therapy for managing troublesome menopause symptoms. Studies show acupuncture can significantly reduce hot flashes and night sweats when needles are placed at specific body points. This drug-free therapy with minimal side effects is thus gaining popularity among women seeking relief during the menopausal transition.
