Written by Dr. Caledonia Buckheit. Dr. Buckheit became a Menopause Society Certified Provider earlier this fall. Ovarian Reserve and the Reproductive Lifespan To understand perimenopause and how hormone therapy can help, you first have to understand some basics about the ovary and the female reproductive lifespan. Those of us with ovaries are born with all […]
Author: Dr. Caledonia Buckheit, M.D. Perimenopause is the transitional phase leading up to menopause. It is marked by fluctuating hormone levels and changes in menstrual cycle patterns. On average, perimenopause lasts 3.8 to 6.25 years, though for some women it can stretch to a decade or longer (1-3). The timing and duration vary greatly, influenced […]
As women approach menopause, they often encounter a range of physical and emotional symptoms that can negatively impact their quality of life. Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT), or Menopausal Hormone Therapy (MHT), refers to medical management of these symptoms using supplemental estrogen plus or minus progesterone. In this blog, we’ll delve into the nuanced landscape of MHT, exploring advantages, associated risks, and the populations of women who might benefit from it.
Originally written and posted in July 2019 by Erica Stephenson “Can we check my hormone levels to see if I am menopausal?” This is a relatively common question asked of me during routine annual exams. Because age-related hormonal shifts are normal, and symptoms present differently for different women, the answer is not always straightforward. For […]
