Menopause is a natural transition that all women go through as they age. The term "menopause" refers to the point when a woman has not had a menstrual cycle for 12 consecutive months. The years leading up to menopause are called perimenopause. This transitional time usually starts several years before menopause.
Common symptoms experienced during perimenopause and menopause include:
These changes occur because the ovaries gradually produce less estrogen over time. While some women breeze through "the change", the majority will deal with at least some uncomfortable symptoms that can significantly impact their quality of life.
Estrogen plays an important regulatory role in a woman's body before menopause. This vital hormone is involved in:
When estrogen levels decline during the menopause transition, lack of this key hormone is what causes the wide array of symptoms that women experience.
Restoring and maintaining hormone balance is crucial for a woman's comfort, health and vitality as she enters her postmenopausal years. Customized hormone therapy (HT) can get estrogen levels back to an optimal range to resolve unpleasant symptoms and promote ongoing wellness.
There are a variety of treatment options that women can consider for relieving menopause symptoms:
When moderate to severe symptoms are present, hormone therapy is usually the preferred treatment approach. Custom-tailored HT delivered by an experienced menopause specialist gets to the root hormonal imbalance to provide optimal relief.
Choosing the right doctor is extremely important when dealing with menopause issues. At Vitality Hormone Center hormone clinic in Bradley County, we specialize exclusively in hormonal balance for women in perimenopause, menopause and beyond. Our practitioners offer:
Vitality Hormone Center founder Dr. Janine Clayton is a national leader and frequent media expert on menopause. With over 25 years of experience, Dr. Clayton stays on the leading edge of new therapies and treatment plans.
Our women's health nurse practitioners (NPs) also hold advanced certifications in menopause care. Patients appreciate our compassionate, woman-focused environment. We take time to listen and address all questions and concerns.
At Vitality Hormone Center, you can expect thoughtful guidance combined with individualized treatment plans to meet your specific needs. Contact us today to schedule a consultation.
As top specialists in hormone health and balance, we offer a full range of services to support women through menopause:
Follow-ups are scheduled 1-2 months after beginning therapy and periodically after that to ensure the treatment regimen is working well. We utilize convenient telehealth as well as office visits.
The goal is for patients to feel like their best selves again - active, energetic, mentally sharp and positive. We find most women are very pleased with the relief and renewed quality of life that hormone balancing provides.
We guide patients on additional aspects like:
We partner with patients for the long run to promote vitality in every area of life.
We want women to fully understand the process and expectations when they embark on customized hormone replacement therapy (HRT) with us.
The first visit includes:
After results come back, we interpret lab findings and make a formal diagnosis if hormone imbalance exists.
We then create a customized treatment plan based on:
The initial plan is designed to help patients feel relief within 1-2 months.
Ongoing follow-ups are done 1-2x per year. We can manage these via telehealth for convenience.
Bloodwork and exams are repeated periodically as well. Therapy plans evolve over time as women's needs change. The goal is to provide continual support and symptom relief.
Vitality Hormone Center practitioners are always available to answer pressing questions. We promptly address any side effects or new issues that pop up along the way.
The key is finding the right hormone regimen for your unique physiology. It often takes some fine tuning, but most patients are thrilled with the benefits in terms of personal comfort and quality of life.
Some women hesitate to seek medical treatment when menopausal symptoms arise. Reasons might include:
Yet addressing symptoms in a timely way is very important for a number of reasons:
Left untreated, problematic symptoms like hot flashes, night sweats, vaginal dryness, anxiety and disrupted sleep tend to intensify over months and years. This worsening can start to take a major toll on daily function and wellbeing.
Getting on the right treatment plan can bring welcomed relief as well as prevent escalating issues down the road.
Menopause symptoms can negatively impact family life, intimacy, socializing, career productivity and more.
Hormone therapy brings back a sense of normalcy. Women are able to participate comfortably in all areas of life again. Healthy personal relationships are restored.
Lack of estrogen therapy after menopause increases risks for several serious health conditions:
Experts now realize that balanced hormone levels into older age protect women's health. Reduced risks allow active lifestyles to continue for decades longer.
Current medical evidence shows hormone therapy is far safer than previously thought, when used properly under a doctor's care. The risks of untreated symptoms and related health declines are actually higher.
With an expert specialist guiding therapy, most women find great symptom relief with minimal side effects. The rewards clearly outweigh the risks for majority of patients.
Don't resign yourself to enduring menopausal misery that progresses over time. Reach out to Vitality Hormone Center today so we can help you start feeling better fast.
Our exceptional team of nurses, physicians and office staff all specialize exclusively in hormone therapy and menopause treatment. When you choose Vitality Hormone Center as your treatment provider, you can expect:
We appreciate that menopause can be an emotionally challenging transition for many women. Discussing personal symptoms with a doctor is uncomfortable for some.
Our office offers a safe, supportive atmosphere where women always feel respected, reassured and cared for. We understand the sensitive nature of your concerns.
Our head physician Dr. Janine Clayton is a popular speaker and frequent expert source on menopause for media outlets like The Today Show, Good Morning America, The Dr. Oz Show, and more.
With over 96,000 followers on Instagram plus more on Facebook, YouTube and elsewhere, Dr. Clayton helps women nationwide learn about hormone health. Local Bradley County patients benefit from her cutting-edge knowledge during office visits and telehealth appointments.
Dr. Clayton's influence and experience along with our reviews assure women they are in the best of hands. We earn trust through expertise and compassion.
We know your time is limited, so we utilize technology to deliver seamless care. Patients can handle many interactions online via our hassle-free Patient Portal for messaging, prescription requests, making payments and more.
We also offer telehealth appointments by phone or video call to save travel time into the clinic. Prescription delivery service is available as well.
Through user-friendly systems and operations, we make it as easy as possible to access first-rate treatment.
Hormone management is not a "one-size-fits-all" therapy. We fine tune recommendations to match each patient's:
No two women are alike, so each one deserves a specialized regimen to help them feel their best. We offer flexible solutions.
Vitality Hormone Center has proudly supported the health of Bradley County area women at all stages of life since 1992. We aim to provide a positive, rewarding experience that meets your highest expectations.
You deserve to feel like yourself again. Contact us today to start that journey in a caring, professional environment. We are happy to answer your questions and discuss options at no obligation.
