Menopause

Menopause

Menopause marks the end of menstruation and often brings various physical and emotional changes to women. As part of our commitment to supporting you through every life stage, your UWH of Texas provider is here to help you navigate the symptoms and changes that come with menopause. We offer care that prioritizes your comfort and well-being.

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How Menopause Affects Your Body: Signs and Symptoms

Menopause officially begins when a woman hasn't had a menstrual cycle for 12 consecutive months. However, many experience symptoms during perimenopause, which can start in your 40s as reproductive hormones begin to decline.

Common symptoms of perimenopause include:

  • Hot flashes and night sweats
  • Sleep disturbances
  • Mood swings and irritability
  • Vaginal dryness and discomfort during intimacy

These symptoms can vary in intensity and duration. Our providers are here to help you manage them effectively. Your overall comfort and health are our priorities.

What Are the Stages of Menopause?

Menopause occurs in three distinct stages:

  • Perimenopause: The transitional period before menopause when hormone levels start fluctuating, often causing the earliest symptoms.
  • Menopause: Defined by the absence of menstrual periods for one year. Hormone levels decrease, which can bring more noticeable symptoms.
  • Post-Menopause: After menopause, some symptoms may persist; your provider can help you manage long-term health concerns related to menopause, such as bone health.

For most women, menopause will begin around your late 40s or early 50s.

Menopause Care That Meets Your Health Needs

No two women experience menopause in the same way, which is why we personalize your care to your specific needs. Depending on the severity of your symptoms, your provider may recommend Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT), which balances hormones to relieve certain symptoms like hot flashes, night sweats, and mood swings.

If you are unable or uninterested in hormone treatments, our providers can recommend alternative therapies, including lifestyle changes, nutritional counseling, and medications to ease discomfort.

Discuss Menopause Treatment Options with Your UWH of Texas Provider

If you have questions about menopause or are looking to treat related symptoms, your UWH of Texas provider is here for you. You don't have to navigate this phase alone; request an appointment to meet with our compassionate and experienced team and find the relief you deserve.

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Patient Reviews

Overall patient rating for UWH of Texas:

Annual Well Woman Exam

Dr Loeffel is a very attentive and skilled doctor. She makes me feel very comfortable and heard.

Review for Ilanna Loeffel, MD

Annual Exam

Dr. Syal is an amazing doctor. I would highly recommend him!

Review for Rajender Syal, MD, FACOG

Birth Control Consultation

Regan was super sweet and understanding with me.

Review for Regan McFaul, WHNP

Fibroid Detection

I felt listened to by the entire staff

Review for Ben Doke, MD

Annual Well Woman Exam

Great time spent with Laura. Answered all of my questions and didn't seem rushed and appeared happy to help.

Review for Laura Kennedy, FNP-BC

Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)

Dr. Syal is an excellent physician. He listens to you when you have concerns and he truly cares about his patients.

Review for Rajender Syal, MD, FACOG

Routine Pregnancy / Prenatal Appointment

Dr. Schumann is the only doctor I trust during my pregnancy journey.

Review for Brittney Schumann, MD

Lab Work

The wait was long but the care provided and feedback is 5 stars

Review for Ronica McBrayer, MD

Pap Smear

Always treated very respectfully

Review for Denise Craig, FNP-C

Birth Control Consultation

Dr Suris takes care of me as if I was his own kid. Always goes above and beyond to answer all of my questions and will always insure I’m feeling heard. His staff is incredible, Brittany has gone above and beyond to make sure all of my requests are met and she’s been a solid support through both of my pregnancies, birth of my son, and continued support after my loss. There isn’t a better team than them. I’m eternally grateful for them.

Review for Orlando Suris, MD

IUD Insertion / Removal

Listened to concerns, put me at ease,

Review for Jessica Good, CNM, ARNP

Follow-up Visit (Problem / Complication)

I appreciate Dr. Lemley’s kind and patient exams and her ability to succinctly explain results of exam. She does not hurry her patients through their exams (and doesn’t keep us waiting too long either)

Review for Krista Lemley, DO, FACOG

Blood Draw

Short wait time. Friendly personnel. Quick check-in and check-out.

Review for Reagan Viney, MD

OB Care

Nice information very pleasant

Review for Elisa Carroll, MD

Childbirth / Labor & Delivery

Best doctor and Dr Ramos took us in when we were turned down by other doctors because we had a late pregnancy diagnosis. We will always come back to her!

Review for Evangeline Ramos-Gonzales, MD

Annual Well Woman Exam

She was easy to talk to, consultative, and didn’t make me feel like I was being rushed. I felt very comfortable talking about what’s on my mind and next steps for me on my fertility journey.

Review for Yasmin Rahman, APRN, FNP-C

Office Visit / Follow-up

My visit was thorough and comprehensive as always.

Review for Jennifer Nuspel, FNP-BC

Annual Well Woman Exam

Wait time great and very professional care

Review for James Struble, PA-C

Office Visit / Follow-up

Regan does a great job in describing what is happening and making me feel comfortable.

Review for Regan McFaul, WHNP

Annual Well Woman Exam

Dr. Dousdebes took time to read through all my health histories, listened intently to my current concerns, and provided valuable information regarding options I have for those concerns.

Review for Andrea Dousdebes Soria, MD

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