Menopause is a natural biological process that occurs as your body ages. Undergoing menopause can be an uncomfortable experience, even inhibiting your daily routines. At Women’s Health Specialist of North Atlanta, Dr. Ann Cha uses her gynecologic expertise to help women manage their symptoms and conditions associated with menopause. Visit her practice in Suwanee, Georgia, to receive advice and treatment to make your experience as comfortable as possible. Book either online or over the phone.
Menopause refers to the ceasing of menstruation and the changes that take place when a woman’s body no longer maintains hormone levels for a reproductive cycle. Because of this drop in estrogen and progesterone levels, women may undergo many related, uncomfortable symptoms such as hot flashes and vaginal dryness, among others.
Menopause is medically defined as occurring 12 months after your last menstrual period, marking the end of your reproductive stage. Although this means infertility, women can continue to feel healthy, vital, and sexual.
In general, menopause is a result of a drop in female hormone levels that comes with aging. As you approach your late 30s and early 40s, your body naturally produces less estrogen and progesterone. Other triggers of menopause include:
No matter what’s causing your uncomfortable menopausal symptoms, rest assured, you can get the relief you need at Women's Health Specialist of North Atlanta.
Yes. You often begin experiencing symptoms as soon as you enter the menopausal transition called perimenopause. Your menstrual periods occur less frequently, and you may notice other signs such as:
The symptoms of menopause can mimick other hormonal changes. As soon as you notice these perimenopausal symptoms, it’s advised to start scheduling regular visits with your doctor for your preventive health care.
The menopause process itself doesn’t require medications. However, you can take several measures to relieve disruptive symptoms and prevent or manage chronic conditions of aging. Some of the most effective menopause treatments Dr. Ann Cha offers include:
Or if you have severe hot flashes that are affecting your daily life and sleep patterns, you may benefit from certain medications — pills or patches — for high blood pressure.
At Women’s Health Specialist of North Atlanta, Dr. Ann Cha offers an effective type of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) called BioTeⓇ. It involves inserting bioidentical hormone pellets under your skin. As they metabolize in your body, the pellets release estrogen to balance your hormones.
This kind of pellet HRT therapy provides many benefits, including:
Because your hormones stabilize with BioTe pellets, women tend to find that’s it’s easier to maintain their body weight — or even lose weight. Plus, many women even notice that the improvement in their hormone levels helps resolve issues with insomnia.
Continuing to get a better night’s sleep further helps improve your quality of life, moods, and overall lifestyle. Dr. Ann Cha works with you to find the best possible solution to resolve uncomfortable menopause symptoms. No two treatment plans are the same.
If you’re ready to find out which type of menopause treatment is best for you, schedule an evaluation at Women's Health Specialist of North Atlanta. Book your visit through the online scheduler, or call the clinic.
This is a just a list of some of the insurances accepted at Women's Health Specialist of North Atlanta. Please call our office to confirm that we accept your plan.