What Is GSM (Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause)?
Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause (GSM) is a common but often overlooked part of menopause. It happens because lower oestrogen levels cause changes in the vaginal, vulvar, and urinary tissues. These tissues become thinner, drier, less elastic, and more sensitive, which can lead to uncomfortable symptoms. More than 50% of postmenopausal women experience GSM, yet many […]
Starting Hormone Therapy (HRT)
Hormone Replacement Therapy, often referred to as HRT, is a treatment that replaces the hormones your body produces less of during peri- and menopause. For many women, it can significantly improve quality of life. Symptoms such as hot flushes, poor sleep, mood changes, joint pain, and vaginal dryness often improve once hormone levels are stabilised. […]
Body-Identical Hormones: Why I Choose Them
You may have heard about body-identical hormones, and there’s a good reason why they are often recommended for menopause care. Body-identical hormones are exactly the same as the hormones your body naturally produces, including oestrogen, progesterone, and sometimes testosterone. Because your body recognises them, they tend to work more naturally, often with fewer side effects […]
Why Menopause Health Matters More Than Ever
Menopause is not only about managing symptoms in the short term. It is also a crucial moment to think about your long-term health. As oestrogen levels decline, this has an effect on several important systems in your body. Bone density starts to decrease, increasing the risk of osteoporosis. Changes in cholesterol and blood vessels can […]
Understanding the Menopause Transition
Menopause is something every woman will experience, yet for many it still comes as a surprise. One day you feel like yourself, and then slowly, sometimes subtly, sometimes quite suddenly, things begin to shift. Your sleep changes. Your mood feels different. Your body reacts in ways you don’t always recognise. If this sounds familiar, you […]