Menopause is an important transition in every woman’s life. We more often feel that no one really understands what we are going through. The physical and psychological changes that occur can take a big toll on our general well-being, personal and professional life. We suddenly feel that we don’t feel attractive or feminine anymore in our intimate life but also as we present in society, in the things that yesterday seemed perfect to us.

All the changes in our general well being, physical and psychological are due to the hormonal imbalance that our body is going through as we enter menopause. The best thing about it it’s that you can take control of it, in the end science has evolved so much.

Even if you feel that things have gotten out of control, there are in fact scientifically proven solutions for most of these problems. I will present to you the menopause solution for some of these concerns that I personally trust in, and think are effective.

1.Difficulty falling asleep, low-quality sleep, chronic fatigue, anxiety, irritability

Dropping in estrogen levels can create changes in vasomotor activity like hot flashes, and trouble sleeping. Low dose estrogen treatment could help with these symptoms, as it prevents the reaction of our body from the privation of this hormone. This treatment has to be decided together with the ob-gyn doctor.

If you want to stay away from a hormonal treatment, and want a more natural solution for hot flashes, then another way to address these issues is through phytoestrogens, these are over the counter hot flash medicine estrogen-like supplements that can mimic the effects of estrogen and are clinically proven to be very effective with a high satisfaction rate.

What can phytoestrogens do for you?

• Relief from hot flashes
• Solution for night sweats
• Improve sleep
• Diminishing excessive daytime tiredness
• Boost Libido
• Lower risk of osteoporosis, heart disease, breast cancer
• Help with Weight Loss
•  Improve vaginal dryness 
• Make you look more radiant
• Help boost collagen and hyaluronic acid to give your skin a firmer, smoother appearance 

  Below I enlisted some of the products that address these kinds of symptoms. The results of this treatments are clinically proven, with a high satisfaction rate.

2.Vaginal dryness

Normally, the vaginal lining is lubricated with fluid that helps keep it thick and elastic. Vaginal dryness happens when there is a decline in estrogen levels because of menopause. It can be a painful symptom that leads to discomfort, itching and burning especially during sexual intercourse. It is a very manageable condition, as safe and effective vaginal dryness relief treatments are now available.

There is a natural solution for vaginal dryness. Some of the solutions are less invasive while others are based on different in office procedures.

Low dose vaginal estrogen creams

Vaginal moisturizers

MonaLisa Touch Laser Vaginal Rejuvenation

Is a non-surgical, laser CO2 treatment and the purpose is to treat vaginal atrophy by promoting the synthesis not only of collagen, but also of hyaluronic acid, glycosaminoglycans and proteoglycans. This helps to regain hydrated mucosa, giving a younger healthier tissue and it can be the best solution for vaginal dryness.

ThermiVa Radiofrequency Vaginal Rejuvenation

Is a non-surgical procedure that uses radiofrequency energy to heat tissue, without discomfort or downtime, allowing to restore a more youthful vaginal tissue, that boosts the synthesis of collagen, thus the elasticity, tightness and hydration.

3.Urinary frequency and urgency. Stress incontinence

As you go through menopause, you may experience changes in the urinary function and may find that you need to use the bathroom more often, and more urgently than before, because as we age, the bladder begins to lose both its volume and its elasticity. A change in the dietary habits is very important as it can help with relieving some of the symptoms of urinary frequency. You should try to reduce your caffeine intake, chocolate, cola and energy drinks, at least late in the day. Long term use of pharmacological treatments (Solifenacin, Darifenacin, Oxybutinine , Mirabregon) are proven to be very effective urinary frequency treatment by relaxing the bladder and helping to keep your symptoms under control, reducing episodes of urge incontinence.

Stress incontinence is caused by weak pelvic floor muscles. The most common symptoms are leakage of urine with coughing, laughing, sneezing, or lifting objects. Changes in lifestyle like fluid intake scheduling, timed voids and weight loss. Kegel exercises can help you work out and strengthen the pelvic floor muscles (click on the link for easy and effective pelvic floor exercises you can do at home) Pharmacological stress incontinence treatment like Phenylpropolamine is also an option. Urine incontinence surgery can also be an option; this should be a decision that has to be made with the ob-gyn doctor after a thorough examination.

4.Skin, mucosal and hair changes

As you go through menopause you may notice that you start to age faster, you may see changes in the skin thickness, hydration, wrinkles and hair loss. Laser CO2 treatments, micro needling radiofrequency, skin boosters and Botox have proven to be the most effective treatments to keep the collagen, elasticity and hydration in your skin. Lifestyle changes like vitamin C and D supplementation, together with increasing the Omega3 consumption and collagen peptide supplements will really slow down the aging process. At home facial exercises and massages will keep the face look plump and youthful should not forget the importance of workout (link on how workout can improve your life) as it has a very powerful anti-inflammatory and anti-aging benefit.

In the end, menopause is a natural process that every woman goes through and it’s all about how you handle it physically and mentally. Taking care of ourselves from the inside out will make a big difference. You can start today and you will see the difference in the long run.