Dealing with unpleasant menopause symptoms? Did you know you don’t have to?
While all women will go through menopause, here at Serenity Gynecology & Functional Medicine in Grapevine, TX, we don’t believe that women should have to deal with menopausal disorders and unpleasant symptoms. Our gynecologist Dr. Miriam Torres has helped countless women transition into menopause while better managing and coping with the symptoms and unpleasantries that often come with it.
What are some of the symptoms associated with menopause?
Most women will experience some or all of these symptoms associated with menopause. Wondering if you could be in menopause? You could very well be if you are experiencing:
- Hot flashes
- Night sweats
- Sleep problems
- Flushing
- Mood swings
- Thinning hair
- Dry skin
- Trouble losing weight/Weight gain
- Headaches
- Brain fog
- Vaginal dryness
If you are experiencing these symptoms and you are between the ages of 40-50, you may want to talk with our Grapevine, TX, OBGYNs about menopausal disorders. Since these symptoms can also be caused by other health problems including underactive thyroid, it’s important that you turn to a doctor who can run the appropriate tests.
How are menopausal disorders treated?
There isn’t just one way to treat menopause symptoms. When you come into our practice we will discuss the symptoms you are experiencing to determine the best approaches to help you manage your symptoms. Most menopause treatment plans include:
Lifestyle Changes
There are several ways in which to control your menopause symptoms by simply changing your daily routine. This includes:
- Eating a healthy, nutrient-dense diet
- Getting regular exercise
- Cutting back on caffeine
- Quitting or avoiding smoking
- Finding outlets for managing your stress
- Maintaining an ideal weight (or losing excess weight)
- Improving sleep quality through better sleep hygiene
- Taking supplements to improve calcium and vitamin D levels
Hormone Therapy
If you are dealing with severe symptoms that are impacting your daily routine and quality of life, our OBGYNs may recommend hormone therapy to boost hormone levels to alleviate common symptoms such as hot flashes, night sweats, and vaginal dryness. There are several different kinds of hormone therapy options, and we will discuss which one might be right for you based on your medical history and symptoms.
If you are dealing with menopausal disorders here in Grapevine, TX, know that you do not need to suffer from these symptoms. Our gynecologist Dr. Torres and the team at Serenity Gynecology & Functional Medicine are here to provide you with the care you need. Call (817) 280-9616 to schedule an appointment today.