Some women go through menopause without any issues, while others may feel like their life’s been turned upside down. Georgia Obstetrics and Gynecology offers personalized menopause care for women who need help managing hot flashes, anxiety, and other menopause symptoms. The experienced OB/GYNs use hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and other treatments to ease the worst of your symptoms and help you feel like yourself again. Call the office in Alpharetta or Atlanta, Georgia, to schedule a menopause consultation or book an appointment online today.
What is menopause?
Menopause is the natural end to a woman’s childbearing years. The menopause transition occurs when you don’t have a period for 12 consecutive months. The time leading up to the end of your periods is called perimenopause.
During perimenopause, your body slows down its production of hormones like estrogen and progesterone. These hormones play a role in reproduction but also help regulate many biological functions, so their decline can cause a variety of symptoms.
Georgia Obstetrics and Gynecology offers compassionate menopause care for women who experience symptoms that interfere with their quality of life.
The providers focus on easing your symptoms and optimizing your sexual wellness. They customize a care plan based on your health history and the type of symptoms you have.
When should I schedule a menopause consultation?
Schedule a menopause consultation at Georgia Obstetrics and Gynecology if you have symptoms that interfere with your physical health, such as:
- Fatigue
- Hot flashes
- Night sweats
- Irregular periods
- Pain with sex
- Weight gain
- Vaginal dryness
- Decreased sex drive
You can also get help for mental health concerns like depression and anxiety that a decline in hormones can cause.
The providers draw a sample of your blood to check your hormone levels and confirm your symptoms aren’t related to another medical issue. They can also complete a pelvic exam to check the health of your reproductive organs.
How is menopause managed?
Georgia Obstetrics and Gynecology offers personalized menopause management plans to help you feel better.
The providers may initially recommend lifestyle and diet changes to restore your energy levels and make it easier to maintain a healthy weight. You should also make sure you exercise at least 30 minutes a day and get enough sleep each night to support your overall health.
If your symptoms are moderate to severe, you may be a candidate for hormone replacement therapy (HRT). Taking supplemental hormones helps rebalance your natural hormone levels to relieve hot flashes, anxiety, and other menopause-related symptoms.
The physicians continue to monitor your success with HRT and other menopause treatments. They can offer additional resources that help you thrive physically, mentally, and sexually.
Call the Georgia Obstetrics and Gynecology office nearest you to schedule a menopause consultation or book an appointment online today.
