Treating Premenopause, Perimenopause and Menopause
Treating Premenopause, Perimenopause and Menopause
In our office we evaluate all of the three main body systems…. hormonal, gastrointestinal, and detoxification. Many times correcting the underlying malfunctioning body system or systems, and adjusting a few lifestyle habits, are enough to make the symptoms of perimenopause or menopause vanish. As we see all too often in practice, each one of these body systems , if not functioning properly, affects the others. These systems do not function independently of each other. This is the main reason we test and help you correct all three of the main body systems to bring about the
optimal health you desire.
In Premenopause, if PMS or infertility are an issue, we run a month long hormonal panel that measures estrogen and progesterone to see if the levels are where they are supposed to be. We then can work with you to design a protocol to get the hormone levels to where they need to be. This will help bring about a normal menstrual cycle, relieve PMS, and make it a lot easier for a woman to become pregnant.
If needed, the brief use of bio-identical Estrogen and/or progesterone can help. This will help maintain normal hormone levels. In menopause, using bio-identical vaginal creams to relieve pain and dryness during sex can also be used safely.
Some other methods can be employed to alleviate symptoms at home. Frequent exercise helps maintain body weight and boost your mood. Ensure you exercise daily, but do not exercise before going to bed, it can increase your inability to sleep. People with insomnia find it difficult to get enough rest. Carry out relaxing activities before going to bed e.g. yoga. Do not sleep during the day, this can prevent you from sleeping at nights (which in turn can cause hormonal imbalnces).
You can also relieve symptoms through:
- Not eating heavy foods
- Stop smoking and drinking alcohol
- Reducing caffeine intake
Outlook
âBoth peri-menopause and menopause are transitional phases that show an end to your reproductive years. With all of the treatments that are available, you can get through these stages more comfortably with a bit more freedom too.â If you are experiencing symptoms in any of the phases above and want help easing through these changes, call our office and set up an appointment today.