Expert Menopause Treatment
Thriving in Your New Chapter with Dr. Sonia Dudeja
Welcome to Menopause: A New Chapter of Health and Vitality
You’ve navigated the unpredictable journey of perimenopause, and now you’ve arrived. Menopause is clinically defined as the point in time 12 months after your last menstrual period. This natural biological process marks the end of your reproductive years, but it is also the beginning of a new and powerful chapter in your health journey. The decline in estrogen is now more consistent, which can lead to a range of persistent symptoms, from hot flushes and vaginal dryness to changes in your sleep and mood.
At Mymenopausesupport.com, Dr. Sonia Dudeja views menopause not as an ending, but as a pivotal opportunity to proactively manage your health for the decades to come. Many women feel dismissed or told their symptoms are just a part of aging. We believe you deserve expert care that empowers you to feel your absolute best. We partner with you to create a comprehensive care plan that addresses your immediate symptoms and sets a strong basis for long-term wellness and vitality.
Decoding Menopause
Understanding Your Body's New Normal
With the end of your menstrual cycle, your body operates with a consistently lower level of estrogen. This hormonal shift is the primary driver behind the symptoms you may be experiencing. Dr. Dudeja specialises in treating the full spectrum of menopausal concerns:
Hot Flushes & Night Sweats
These vasomotor symptoms can continue well into menopause, disrupting your daily life and sleep. While they may lessen over time for some, for other, they remain a significant challenge.
Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause (GSM)
This is a prevalent and chronic condition induced by low estrogen. It includes symptoms like vaginal dryness, itching, burning, and pain during intercourse. Unlike hot flushes, these symptoms tend to worsen without treatment.
Sleep Disturbances & Insomnia
Many women continue to struggle with poor sleep, which can be generated by night sweats or the hormonal changes themselves, leading to fatigue and impacting overall grade of life.
Mood & Emotional Wellbeing
While the intense mood swings of perimenopause may stabilize, some women experience persistent feelings of anxiety or a lower mood. It's crucial to address your emotional health during this time.
Changes in Body Composition & Weight
Your metabolism continues to slow after menopause, and many women notice a shift in weight, particularly an increase in abdominal fat. This is not just a cosmetic concern; it has implications for your long-term health.
Long-Term Health Risks
The post-menopausal years bring an increased risk for specific health requirements due to the loss of estrogen's protective effects. These include osteoporosis (bone loss) and cardiovascular disease
Your Path Forward
Proactive and Personalised Menopause Care
Dr. Sonia Dudeja’s approach to menopause is comprehensive and proactive. We don’t just manage symptoms; we build a strategy for healthy aging, focusing on prevention and optimizing your health for the future.
Comprehensive Medical Consultation
Your care begins with an in-depth consultation with Dr. Dudeja. We take the time to understand your unique symptom profile, your personal and family medical history, and your health goals to create a truly personalised treatment plan.
Evidence-Based Medical Treatments
We offer the most effective, evidence-based treatments available to manage your symptoms and protect your long-term health.
- Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT): HRT remains the gold standard for treating moderate to powerful hot flushes and is also highly effective for preventing the bone loss that accelerates after menopause. Dr. Dudeja will conduct a thorough risk assessment and discuss the various forms of HRT (pills, patches, gels) to find the safest and most effective option for you.
- Non-Hormonal Prescription Medications: For women who cannot or prefer not to use hormones, we offer advanced non-hormonal options. These include certain antidepressants (SSRIs/SNRIs), gabapentin, and the newer, targeted medication Fezolinetant, which are proven to reduce hot flashes.
- Vaginal Estrogen & Therapies: To treat the symptoms of GSM, localized vaginal estrogen (creams, tablets, or rings) is a highly effective and secure option that restores moisture and elasticity to vaginal tissues with minimal systemic absorption.
Integrated Wellness & Lifestyle Support
A healthy lifestyle is the foundation of wellness in menopause. We provide expert guidance on:
- Personalized Nutrition: We help you create a nutrition plan rich in calcium and vitamin D for bone fitness, protein to maintain muscle mass, and healthy fats to support your cardiovascular system.
- Exercise & Fitness: We provide recommendations for weight-bearing exercises to strengthen your bones and cardiovascular activities to protect your heart.
- Stress Management: We offer tools and techniques like mindfulness and therapeutic yoga, which are shown to reduce the distress of symptoms and improve overall emotional well-being.
