Menopause & Bioidentical Hormones
Menopause is the time when a woman’s periods (menstruation) stop due to a decrease in hormone production or surgery. The ovaries (walnut-sized organs) produce and release eggs monthly and are the source of the primary female hormone estrogen. When the supply of eggs is depleted, estrogen levels fall and menstruation stops. The usual age for menopause is about age 51, but fluctuating hormone levels often begin several years earlier, often called perimenopause. Surgical removal of the uterus also stops menstruation. The ovaries may or may not be removed at this time. The fluctuation in...
Read MoreAdolescent Girls: Wacky, Wonderful Years
Remember your teenage years? Do you look back fondly on your adventures and friendships or was it a time of pain and loneliness? Adolescence is often when things that once were simple seem difficult and unpredictable: bodies, voices, moods, friendships, even parents. Sometimes it’s hard for parents to talk with their daughters. You may recall when you were on the receiving end of “The Talk” and how your parents handled delicate topics. You know your daughter better than anyone else, so keep that in mind as you plan your approach to discussing the facts and feelings of...
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