Be Empowered to Get the Best Care at Midlife and Beyond
October 19, 2021
As a woman approaching midlife, there are five health issues you should be thinking about and discussing with your doctor. We know starting the conversation
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As a woman approaching midlife, there are five health issues you should be thinking about and discussing with your doctor. We know starting the conversation
Forget where you placed your cell phone or having trouble remembering an acquaintance’s name? For many women in their peri-menopausal (the months or years leading
Perhaps you’ve noticed it – that little midsection that suddenly appeared one day and just didn’t go away. Nicknamed the “menopause muffin top,” it’s considered
In the years prior to menopause, women’s bodies naturally maintain moisture and lubrication in the vagina. The vaginal wall is hydrated and tissue lining is intact, making sex comfortable and pleasurable while providing an optimal environment for reproduction. As women approach menopause, estrogen production declines. This shift causes a reduction in blood flow to the vagina, leading to thin and dry vaginal tissue. In some cases the tissue depletes significantly, leaving the vagina prone to inflammation and persistent discomfort. Voila: Vaginal dryness!