by Katie Hodgkinson | Feb 18, 2025 | Menopause
Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) is a common treatment for management of menopause symptoms, but many women have questions about its benefits, risks, and if they are suitable to take it. Here, we answer the top 10 most frequently asked questions about HRT. What...
by Ben Kench | Nov 7, 2024 | Menopause
There is a potential link between perimenopause and exacerbation of symptoms of ADHD. In addition, it is not uncommon for the possibility of ADHD to be suggested or diagnosed at the time of perimenopause or menopause. I have shared some frequently asked questions on...
by Katie Hodgkinson | Jun 9, 2024 | Menopause
Why can nail disease occur in the menopause? Nails are made of keratin, a hardened protein. Oestrogen plays a role in regulating water levels in the body. When oestrogen levels decrease in the menopause, dehydration can occur, which can result in symptoms such as dry...
by Katie Hodgkinson | Mar 14, 2024 | Menopause
Some women have mid-cycle pain or bloating when they ovulate, but did you know about the following symptoms that may occur at this time? 1. Achy joints – prostaglandin, a hormone that is released around ovulation time can cause inflammation and joint...
by Katie Hodgkinson | Mar 13, 2024 | Menopause
Did you know that peri-menopausal women have one of the highest rates of unplanned pregnancy of any age group, with a similar termination rate as the under 16s? You are not classified as being in the menopause until you have gone a full 12 months without a period,...
