Daniel and Kelly’s Extraordinary Universe Perimenopause
Dec 30, 2025
Katrina Whiteson, a research scientist, dives deep into the complexities of perimenopause. She discusses the myriad symptoms women face, from hot flashes to memory issues, and the challenges in diagnosing them. The conversation explores the evolutionary reasons behind menopause and the systemic roles of estrogen. Katrina also shares her groundbreaking research on laser therapy for vaginal health and highlights the importance of understanding the vaginal microbiome. The episode emphasizes the urgent need for better women's health education and resources.
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Talk To Your OBGYN Early
- If you suspect perimenopause or want hormone therapy options, consult your OBGYN for personalized guidance.
- Podcast hosts explicitly advise contacting a medical professional for diagnosis and treatment decisions.
Personal Perimenopause Reality
- Kelly describes sweating, irregular heavy periods, poor sleep, low energy, and mood changes while researching perimenopause.
- She links her mother's past hormone therapy decision to her own uncertainty about treatment risks.
Perimenopause Is Hormonal Chaos
- Perimenopause is the multi-year transition when eggs run low and estrogen/progesterone levels become chaotic.
- This hormonal chaos, not a single low estrogen reading, causes varied symptoms across many body systems.