Menopause & Hormone Therapy
Hot flashes, night sweats, interrupted sleep, vaginal dryness, and changes in sexual well-being can affect everyday life during perimenopause and menopause. Dr. Margarita Chudner offers individualized evaluation and discussion of treatment options based on symptoms, medical history, preferences, and health risks.
Symptoms Worth Discussing
These symptoms can have several causes. A clinical evaluation helps identify which concerns may be menopause-related and which may need additional assessment.
What to Expect at a Consultation
- Discuss your symptoms and goals. Review menopause concerns, past treatments, medications, and personal and family health history.
- Review appropriate treatment choices. Depending on your needs, options may include FDA-approved systemic hormone therapy, local vaginal therapy, or nonhormonal treatments.
- Make an individualized plan. Discuss potential benefits, side effects, contraindications, and follow-up before deciding on treatment.
Common Questions
Are bioidentical hormones always compounded?
No. Some FDA-approved estradiol and progesterone medications have the same molecular structure as hormones produced by the body. “Bioidentical” does not mean a product is necessarily safer or more effective.
Do I need hormone blood tests?
Testing is considered according to your symptoms and clinical circumstances. Routine hormone level testing is not required for most women considering standard menopausal hormone therapy.
Will hormone therapy help every menopause symptom?
No single treatment addresses every symptom. The choice depends on your main concerns and medical history. Your clinician can explain which treatments have established benefits for specific symptoms.
Medical information is educational and not a substitute for an individualized consultation.
Discuss Menopause Treatment Options