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Perimenopause vs. Menopause: Key Differences Every Woman Should Know

If you’ve been spending any time online lately, you may feel like you’re seeing references to perimenopause just about everywhere. Social media, podcasts, ads, and wellness influencers are all talking about hormones, symptoms, and “fixes.” While awareness can be empowering, it can also feel overwhelming. And sometimes, it can be misleading. Understanding the difference between

Heavy Periods After Age 30: Causes, Treatments, and When to Get Help

Many women notice changes in their menstrual cycle in their 30s and beyond. One of the most common concerns is heavy menstrual bleeding, also known as menorrhagia. While some fluctuation can be normal, consistently heavy periods can interfere with daily life and may signal an underlying condition that deserves attention. Understanding what’s normal, what’s not, and

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Considering an IUD? What to Know Before Making the Decision

Millions of women have chosen an IUD as their preferred contraceptive method. It’s not a decision you should make on a whim. If you are thinking about getting an intrauterine device, but you’re unsure, let us give you information to help you make an informed choice.

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What IUD Is Best for Me?

What IUD is best for me? There are multiple factors involved in deciding upon the best IUD. It Is always best to get a recommendation from a skilled gynecologist like the ones at Metropolitan Women’s Group in Greenbelt, MD. Keep reading to learn more.

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Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT): What to Expect

Most of us are familiar with the phrase raging hormones as the period of time when adolescents begin to change from a child. All manner of physical and emotional changes occur as these hormones increase during puberty, like hair growth, sexual urges, and body and voice changes. This is just one indication of how hormones

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Does Hormone Replacement Therapy Help With Weight Loss?

Television commercials, online ads, and Facebook posts all boast about how to get rid of belly fat. Yes, reducing the weight around your middle goes a long way in curbing many medical conditions like diabetes and cardiovascular problems. However, taking a gummy every day will not miraculously shrink that belly fat. It seems that no

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What Does HRT Do for Menopause?

You won’t need anyone to tell you that you are in perimenopause or menopause. You will know! You will discover changes to your mood, your temperature, your ability to get a good night’s sleep, and even your skin. Oh yes, it will be quite obvious, but now what? You could turn to hormone replacement therapy,

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5 Myths About Breast Cancer Symptoms

Many organizations have increased awareness about breast cancer in the last several decades. All this is good, but sometimes old wives tales or myths pop up and they are repeated and spread on the internet. Let’s give you the facts and 5 myths about breast cancer symptoms.

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What to Expect After Beginning Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy

Maybe you thought aging is causing your fatigue, decreased libido, and inability to lose weight. In fact, it may be all about hormonal imbalance, especially estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone. Those three hormones do decrease and fluctuate as we get older. The good news is you don’t have to live with all the effects of hormone

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7 Signs Menopause May Be Beginning

Some women glide right through menopause while others agonize for months or years with uncomfortable symptoms. Every woman is different so there is no way to tell how your own passage will affect you. If you are between 45 and 50, you may begin to notice 7 signs menopause may be beginning.