Menopause signals a natural transition in a woman's life, marking the end of her reproductive years. The average age for menopause is 51, but it can happen anywhere from 40-55 years old. As estrogen levels decline, women may experience uncomfortable symptoms like hot flashes, night sweats, vaginal dryness, mood changes, trouble sleeping, and more.
While menopause is natural, living with bothersome symptoms is not mandatory. At Hormone Solutions in Frederick, we provide customized menopause treatment to help women find relief. With timely diagnosis and treatment, our caring providers can reduce discomfort substantially so women can fully enjoy midlife.
Wondering if it's time to talk to your doctor? Look out for these common menopausal signs and symptoms:
If you're regularly experiencing any of the above, it's wise to schedule a menopause evaluation. Identifying any hormonal imbalances early on can set you up for better health today and for years beyond menopause.
Seeking timely menopause care provides reassurance and comfort during this transition. With an individualized treatment plan, most women enjoy:
- Hot flash frequency and intensity often improves within 1-2 weeks
- Vaginal dryness and painful sex resolves
- Restful sleep and stable moods return
- Optimized hormones protect bone, brain, heart, and breast health
- Lower chance of fracture and cognitive decline long-term
- Balanced hormones restore motivation and vitality
- Thyroid function improves, easing fatigue
- Treatment sustains muscle mass and athletic performance
- Weight management improves
- Increased libido and natural lubrication
- Heightened satisfaction and orgasmic response
With comprehensive menopause therapy, most women quickly notice positive differences in their bodies, outlook, and relationships.
The first step to successful treatment is confirming any hormonal deficiencies through bloodwork and a clinical evaluation. Our caring providers are experts at listening to your unique symptoms while assessing:
Diagnostic testing allows our practitioners to detect imbalances early, before more concerning symptoms or health consequences occur. We provide prompt blood draws and testing on-site for patient convenience.
Hormone Solutions creates an individualized menopause treatment plan based on your bloodwork results, health history, lifestyle and goals. Available options include:
We thoughtfully adjust treatments over time based on follow up bloodwork and symptom reports every 3-6 months. Your comfort and safety is our top priority.
Treatment works best alongside recommended lifestyle adjustments for whole body healing. Our providers offer practical tips to support hormone balance naturally through nutrition, movement, stress relief and connection.
We simplify your menopause treatment process so you can focus on feeling your best. Our Frederick clinic provides:
Hormone Solutions accepts most major insurance plans. Uninsured patients receive discounted fees to keep care affordable.
Schedule a consultation to learn more about customized menopause treatment. Our caring, experienced physicians and nurse practitioners look forward to optimizing your health during this transitional time.
You've officially entered menopause when you have no period for 12 consecutive months (no pregnancy). As you near menopause in your 40s, cycles often become irregular as ovulation stops. Hot flashes and sleep disruption often start perimenopause. Have your FSH blood level checked to identify hormone shifts.
Bioidentical hormones are synthesized from yams or soybeans but are molecularly identical to human hormones like estrogen, progesterone and testosterone. Since the structure precisely matches your own hormones, they are well recognized and utilized by the body without increased health risks.
Large studies find bioidentical hormones are safe for most healthy women under age 60, especially at lower doses. We carefully monitor your dose, symptoms and bloodwork every 3-6 months to minimize risks. Used short term, treatment is very well tolerated. Each woman tolerates hormones differently based on health history - a customized approach is best.
Healthy lifestyle habits help ease menopausal symptoms and sustain hormone balance naturally. We recommend: balanced nutrition, regular exercise, restorative sleep, stress management and loving connections. Small frequent meals with produce, fiber and plant fats supply key nutrients that nourish glands. Yoga, walking and lifting weights build strength and flexibility while lowering stress chemicals that disrupt endocrine function. Acupuncture, massage and meditation also heal.
Every woman is unique, but most patients use hormone replacement for 2-5 years until bothersome symptoms resolve. We re-evaluate your treatment plan twice yearly based on bloodwork and symptoms, adjusting as needed over time. Some women resume treatment later on if disruptive symptoms return - there are always options to find relief!
