Postmenopause - Hormone Harmony Clinic

What is postmenopause?

Postmenopause refers to the stage in a woman's life that begins one year after her last menstrual period. This marks the end of her reproductive years and is part of the natural aging process for women.

During postmenopause, a woman's body experiences several changes as estrogen and progesterone production from the ovaries declines permanently. Some of the key aspects of this stage include:

• Cessation of periods - After one year without a period, postmenopause is diagnosed. This means pregnancy is no longer possible.
• Physical changes - With the drop in hormones, women may notice hot flashes, night sweats, vaginal dryness, changes in sleep patterns, weight gain, or slowed metabolism.
• Bone loss risk - Reduced estrogen increases bone loss leading to higher osteoporosis risk. Weight-bearing exercise and calcium supplements may help.
• Heart disease risk - The drop in estrogen also leads to higher cholesterol levels and higher heart disease risk over time. Managing risk factors is important.

While postmenopause signals the end of fertility, women can still live healthy, active, and fulfilling lives in their later years. Maintaining a balanced diet and exercise plan, as well as getting important health screenings, are vital for the transition to postmenopause.

For those with more severe menopause symptoms, our caring physicians at Hormone Harmony Clinic offer comprehensive hormone replacement therapy plans for each woman's unique needs. We craft personalized plans featuring bioidentical hormone therapy to provide relief from symptoms like hot flashes so you can feel your best during postmenopause and beyond. Book a telehealth consult with us today to learn more!

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