2. Vaginal Atrophy and Vaginal Dryness:
Sexual intercourse can become painful and/or uncomfortable before and during menopause due to vaginal atrophy. Hormones are very important for the health of the vagina. As hormones decline in menopause, vaginal atrophy occurs. As the vagina atrophies, it loses elasticity and painful intercourse results. The vagina can harden which means that it doesn't stretch with sex. Vaginal atrophy can be somewhat disturbing, and often sends women into their doctor’s office without suspecting menopause as the cause of their problem. Vaginal dryness also results with the decline of hormones during menopause. Although not as distressing as vaginal atrophy, vaginal dryness can cause irritation and discomfort. Women often turn to vaginal lubricants to help their vaginal dryness. Restoring hormone balance can reverse vaginal atrophy and dryness.

3. Changes in Period Regularity:
For many women, this is the first indication that they may be experiencing menopause. If you are in your mid to late 40s and your periods have been regular in the past, when that pattern changes, you might be experiencing your earliest sign of menopause. Many women say they experience menopause around the same age as their mothers did. One might consider their age to be a benchmark for predicting the onset of menopause.

4. Excessive Urination:
The bladder like the vagina is affected by the menopause hormone decline. The bladder loses its elasticity and ability and thereby, its ability to hold urine causing women to experience urinary frequency and urgency. This can be a subtle symptom that many women fail to recognize as a sign of menopause.

Menopause does not happen overnight. The process can last for several years for some women. These are a few of the most common symptoms, but there is a myriad of others. Every woman is unique in her own experience. Many processes and changes in the body can be complex, and menopause is certainly no exception to that rule.

Treatment for Menopause in Atlanta GA

If you are concerned about symptoms and you are seeking holistic and natural healthcare, Taylor Medical Wellness in Atlanta, GA is the answer. You will meet Internationally known hormone experts, functional medicine doctors, and healthcare professionals who are focused on providing anti-aging, aesthetic, and weight loss healthcare to people of all ages. If weight loss is your goal, you will receive a customized weight loss plan that utilizes state-of-the-art testing to access your metabolism and to determine your ideal calorie intake. No guesswork, just an effective program that is specifically tailored to your nutritional needs.

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