Perimenopause and Menopause

If you're tired of dealing with hot flashes, restless nights, mood changes, and weight gain, turn to Michael Cherkassky, MD, Tammy Tyler, NP, and the team at Sensotherapy Weight Loss and Wellness in Fort Worth, Texas, for menopause and perimenopause care. They provide personalized care to help you understand and manage hormonal changes during this stage of life. Through comprehensive health assessments, extensive testing, and customized solutions, they help you get some much-needed relief. Call Sensotherapy Weight Loss and Wellness or schedule an appointment today.

What’s the difference between perimenopause and menopause?

Perimenopause is the transitional stage leading up to menopause. During this time, your hormone levels can fluctuate, causing changes in your menstrual cycle and a range of physical and emotional symptoms. Menopause occurs when you have gone 12 consecutive months without a period.

The transition can last several years, and every woman's experience is different. You may notice:

• Hot flashes
• Night sweats
• Sleep disruptions
• Mood swings
• Changes in energy
• Weight gain
• Changes in metabolism
• Brain fog

You don't have to accept these uncomfortable symptoms as an unavoidable part of aging. Your symptoms, health history, lifestyle, and individual risk factors all play a role in determining the right approach to care, and the team is thorough in their evaluation.

How can menopause affect your weight and overall wellness?

Hormonal changes during perimenopause and menopause can affect more than your menstrual cycle. Changes in estrogen and other hormones may coincide with shifts in your metabolism, body composition, energy, sleep, and mood.

You may find that strategies that worked for managing your weight in the past don't produce the same results. You may also notice that you're carrying weight differently or struggling with energy and motivation.

To support your health during this transition, prioritize a balanced diet with whole foods, adequate protein, and essential nutrients. Regular movement, quality sleep, and stress management can also contribute to your overall wellness.

Rather than focusing on a single symptom, Sensotherapy Weight Loss and Wellness looks at the whole picture to help you understand how hormonal changes may be affecting your overall health.

Can hormone therapy help with menopause symptoms?

Hormone therapy may be an option if you're experiencing bothersome menopausal symptoms, but it isn't appropriate for everyone. Your provider considers your symptoms, medical history, risk factors, and goals before recommending treatment.

The team focuses on personalized hormone care rather than a one-size-fits-all approach. Blood work, a health assessment, and a detailed consultation can help the team better understand your hormonal health to determine your treatment.

Menopause is a significant transition, but it doesn't mean you'll never feel like yourself again. With personalized support, you can better understand the changes happening in your body so you can make a plan that helps you regain your sense of self.

Call to schedule an appointment today to learn how personalized care can make a difference.