Menopause is a natural biological process that all women experience as they age. It refers to the point when a woman stops having her menstrual periods and reaches the end of her reproductive years.
The years leading up to menopause are called perimenopause. During this transition time, usually starting in a woman's 40s, the body begins making less of the key hormones estrogen and progesterone. This causes changes in her menstrual cycles, as well as various possible physical and emotional symptoms.
Some key things to understand about menopause:
At Prime Hormone Solutions, we specialize in helping women transition through perimenopause and menopause as smoothly as possible. Our caring medical team develops customized treatment plans that fit your individual needs. Contact us today to schedule a consultation!
The lead-up to menopause lasts for several years. Here are the stages:
Hormone levels don't just drop suddenly. Estrogen levels gradually decline during the perimenopausal transition. Meanwhile, initially, levels of follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH) will spike dramatically but then also decrease over time. These hormone fluctuations drive the changes of menopause.
While menopause ends a woman's reproductive capacity, it should not disrupt her ability to live a full, healthy, and happy life. With proper education, lifestyle adjustments, and medical support if needed, most women are able to move through this transition gracefully.
The caring medical professionals at Prime Hormone Solutions have supported thousands of women through menopause over the past 20 years. Contact us to learn more about symptom relief, hormone therapy, and balancing health during midlife and beyond.