The Dr. Hyman Show Exclusive Dr. Hyman+ Functional Medicine Deep Dive: Menopause
Oct 26, 2021
In this enlightening discussion, guest Elizabeth Boham, a physician and medical director at the UltraWellness Center, shares her expertise on women's health and menopause. She dives into the complexities of hormonal changes and offers non-hormonal strategies for managing symptoms like hot flashes and mood swings. Elizabeth highlights the stages of menopause, discussing the importance of individualized experiences and lifestyle adjustments to tackle challenges such as bone density loss and health risks. This episode provides valuable insights and reassurance for women navigating this significant life transition.
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Dr. Boham's Menopause Experience
- Dr. Boham experienced early menopause at 30 due to chemotherapy for breast cancer.
- She later experienced natural menopause, managing both without hormone therapy.
Menopause and Perimenopause
- Perimenopause can last 5–13 years with fluctuating symptoms due to hormonal shifts.
- Menopause is defined as 1 year without a period, with an average onset age of 51.
Perimenopause Symptoms and Anovulatory Cycles
- During perimenopause, anovulatory cycles (without ovulation) lead to low progesterone.
- This can cause irritability, anxiety, sleep disturbances, and fatigue.