At Woodlands OBGYN Associates in The Woodlands, TX, our experienced team of board-certified physicians provides compassionate care and personalized treatment options for managing perimenopause symptoms, including hormone pellet therapy or MonaLisa Touch®. With a commitment to improving women’s health through innovative solutions, we offer a range of treatments tailored to each patient’s unique needs during this transitional stage.
Common Symptoms of Perimenopause
Irregular Periods
One of the first indications you’re in perimenopause is changes in your menstrual cycle. Periods may become shorter, longer, heavier, or lighter, and you may skip a month. This is caused by fluctuating hormone levels, particularly estrogen and progesterone.
Hot Flashes and Night Sweats
Hot flashes are a quick onset of feeling hot, often accompanied by sweating. Night sweats, which occur while sleeping, can disrupt your rest and lead to fatigue. These symptoms are due to changing estrogen levels affecting your body’s temperature regulation.
Mood Swings
Many women experience mood swings, anxiety, or irritability during perimenopause. Hormonal fluctuations and stress or sleep disturbances can trigger emotional changes.
Sleep Problems
Difficulty falling asleep or remaining asleep is a normal occurrence during perimenopause. Hormonal changes, hot flashes, and night sweats contribute to poor sleep quality.
Vaginal Dryness and Changes in Libido
Decreased estrogen can cause vaginal dryness, discomfort during sex, and changes in libido.
How to Manage Perimenopausal Symptoms
- Maintain a Balanced Diet: A nutrient-rich diet with abundant fruits, vegetables, and whole grains can stabilize hormones and alleviate symptoms.
- Exercise Regularly: Physical activity reduces stress, improves mood, and enhances sleep quality. Try low-impact exercises like walking, swimming, or yoga.
- Stay Hydrated: Drinking plenty of water helps minimize the frequency and severity of hot flashes.
- Manage Stress: Meditation, deep breathing exercises, or talking to a therapist can ease emotional symptoms.
- Consider Hormone Therapy: Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) may help manage severe symptoms, but it’s essential to discuss the details of this option with your doctor.
Perimenopause is a natural stage of life, but by managing its symptoms effectively, you can maintain your quality of life and well-being. For more information or to learn about treatment options, call us at 281-364-9898 to schedule a consultation. We’re here to help you find relief as you navigate this time of change.
