Menopause & Female Aging

Menopause is an inevitable and natural part of the aging process for women. Unfortunately, symptoms such as hot flashes, brain fog, and vaginal dryness typically go along with “the change.” The dramatic hormonal shifts that come with this transition also result in mood changes, insomnia, and weight gain. Rejuvime Medical offers treatments such as bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) for women in New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Lafayette, and throughout Louisiana and Mississippi.

What is Menopause?

When evaluating the aging process for women, what many people call menopause is divided into 3 stages—perimenopause, menopause, and postmenopause—and often lasts several years.


Perimenopause is a transition phase that can begin in your early 40s and last for several years. This phase is marked by an increasing length of time between menstrual cycles and the onset of menopausal symptoms as hormone levels begin declining.


Menopause  that occurs naturally (not caused by surgery or another medical condition) typically happens when a woman is in her early 50s and is defined as not having a period for 12 months.


Post-menopause is the time after a woman hasn’t had a period for a year. For many women, menopause symptoms begin to ease at this time. If a woman continues to experience hot flashes, night sweats, and other symptoms, treatments such as hormone replacement therapy can help.New Paragraph

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What are the Symptoms of Menopause?

From the start of perimenopause through postmenopause, women may experience a range of physical symptoms that can vary in severity and duration. Hot flashes—fleeting, intense sensations of heat—are the most common symptom and may be accompanied by a flushed face, sweating, and chills long after experiencing a hot flash.


Signs you may be entering perimenopause can include:


  • Breast tenderness
  • Worsening of premenstrual syndrome (PMS)
  • Irregular periods or skipping periods
  • Periods that are heavier or lighter than normal

As you transition into menopause, hot flashes, chills, and night sweats often begin. Other symptoms women experience at this stage include:


  • Vaginal dryness; discomfort during sex
  • A pressing need to urinate more frequently
  • Insomnia
  • Emotional changes (mood swings, irritability, mild depression)
  • Dry skin, dry eyes, or dry mouth


If you’re wondering how long these symptoms last, it varies quite a bit and depends on how long it takes for your body to rebalance hormone levels. Studies have shown that these symptoms last an average of about 5 years after a woman has her last period. Treatments, including estrogen therapy, can help alleviate the symptoms and help women enjoy this new phase in their lives.

Does Menopause Cause Weight Gain?

Decreased estrogen levels often result in weight gain due to a decline in muscle mass, mood swings, and sleep problems. During perimenopause and menopause, the body may redistribute fat to the abdomen instead of the hips and thighs, making some women look heavier even though their weight has not changed. Women who do gain weight during menopause may consider starting medically monitored weight loss treatments at Rejuvime Medical.

Do I need HRT to Treat Menopause?

Not all women require hormone replacement therapy during menopause. But if hormonal changes are causing hair loss, affecting your sexual wellness, reducing your stamina during workouts, or causing other changes that negatively affect your quality of life, HRT might be for you. When you begin experiencing any undesirable symptoms of perimenopause or menopause, it’s time to seek expert medical advice on whether HRT can help.



How Do You Treat Menopause?

Not all women require hormone replacement therapy during menopause. But if hormonal changes are causing hair loss, affecting your sexual wellness, reducing your stamina during workouts, or causing other changes that negatively affect your quality of life, HRT might be for you. When you begin experiencing any undesirable symptoms of perimenopause or menopause, it’s time to seek expert medical advice on whether HRT can help.


Customized Treatment Plans for Menopause

When you come to Rejuvime Medical for hormone replacement therapy to treat menopausal symptoms, our team is here to help you regain control of your life. Our nurse and physician collaborate on a safe and effective treatment plan optimized for your needs and provide the monitoring and follow-up care you need to feel your best.

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