Perimenopause is the transitional period before menopause when hormone changes cause irregular cycles, hot flashes, mood shifts, and genitourinary symptoms. Symptoms vary; treatments include lifestyle changes, hormone therapy, and nonhormonal options. Seek care for heavy bleeding, short cycles, or severe symptoms.
Uterine fibroids (leiomyomas) are common benign tumors of the uterus. Hormones and genetics influence their growth. Many need no treatment, but options range from medical therapy and minimally invasive procedures to myomectomy or hysterectomy depending on symptoms and fertility goals.
Practical, safety-focused guidance for evaluating breast-enhancement supplements and topical products. Learn how to reduce risk, check product quality, and set realistic expectations.
A concise, modern overview of breast development, biological function (lactation), variation, and their social and sexual roles. Covers puberty, hormones, breastfeeding guidance, and health awareness.
Hot flashes and night sweats are common vasomotor symptoms of menopause. Treatments include lifestyle changes, hormone therapy, non-hormonal medications, and behavioral approaches such as CBT.
HDL (high-density lipoprotein) is the "good" cholesterol carrier that helps remove excess cholesterol from arteries and deliver it to the liver. Lifestyle changes - exercise, quitting smoking, and healthy fats - help improve HDL; overall heart risk depends on the full lipid profile.
Perimenopause (pre-menopause) is the transitional period before menopause, often starting in your 30s-40s and lasting up to about 10 years. Symptoms vary; treatments include lifestyle changes, nonhormonal medicines, and individualized hormone therapy.
HDL (high-density lipoprotein) helps remove cholesterol from arteries and is linked with lower cardiovascular risk. Learn how HDL differs from LDL, what affects HDL levels, and practical steps to protect heart health.
Menopause marks the end of menstrual periods, typically around age 51. Symptoms arise from falling estrogen and progesterone and can be managed with lifestyle steps, local or systemic therapies, and non-hormonal medications.
Hot flashes (vasomotor symptoms) are common around menopause. Estrogen therapy is the most effective treatment but requires individualized risk-benefit discussion. Nonhormonal drugs, behavior changes, CBT, and some complementary options can also help.
Menopause is a process that often starts with perimenopausal symptoms in the 40s, but early ovarian changes can begin sooner. Learn common signs, causes, and when to see a clinician.
Cellulite is a common, benign dimpling of the skin caused by subcutaneous fat and fibrous septae. Lifestyle changes can reduce its appearance, and several professional treatments target the connective tissue for additional improvement.