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Premenopause vs. Menopause: Decoding the Changes in Your Body - By Dr. Shamsah Amersi, MD

As women journey through midlife, it's essential to understand the distinctions between perimenopause and menopause. These are distinct phases with unique symptoms and require different management strategies. Read on to learn more.

Apr 14th, 2025

Holistic Hormone Balance: Beyond Pills with Dr. Shamsah Amersi

Hormone imbalances in women are common, but that doesn't mean the fix shouldn't be one-size-fits-all. Read on to learn about Dr. Shamsah Amersi's integrative, holistic approach that offers customized solutions because every woman's journey is unique.

Apr 9th, 2025

Hormonal Imbalance Red Flags: When Should You See a Specialist?

Hormones are powerful chemical messengers that affect everything from mood and metabolism to our reproductive health and overall well-being. When these delicate systems are disrupted, the resulting symptoms can significantly impact your quality of life.

Apr 8th, 2025

Premenopause vs. Menopause: Decoding the Changes in Your Body

Both perimenopause and menopause are transitional periods that signal an end to a woman's reproductive years. Though some symptoms overlap, each is a distinctly different stage. Read on to learn how each phase and its treatment differs.

Apr 8th, 2025

How to Prep Your Daughter for Her First Pap Smear

Pap smears play an important role in helping women stay healthy, but if you’ve never had one, these simple tests can be anxiety-provoking, too. Here’s how to help your daughter feel more relaxed and confident before her first Pap smear.

Apr 4th, 2025

Getting Back on Track: 7 Ways to Regulate Your Hormones

Hormones are crucial in keeping you well, so it’s not surprising that hormone imbalances can seriously affect your health. Here, learn seven simple but essential things you can do to keep your hormones in check.

Mar 10th, 2025

Holistic Treatment for PMS

Struggling with PMS symptoms? You're not alone. Learn how diet, lifestyle changes, and herbal remedies can help manage mood swings, bloating, and fatigue.

Feb 20th, 2025

8 Pregnancy Myths; Debunked

Pregnancy can be an exciting time, but it can also be confusing, especially if you receive unusual “advice” from well-meaning loved ones. Here, we clear up the confusion about eight pregnancy myths that might be causing that confusion.

Feb 2nd, 2025

I Think I Have an STD: What Should I Do?

Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are common, and for all types of infections, early treatment is the key to preventing more serious problems. Here, learn about six common STDs and what steps to take if you think you’re infected.

Jan 23rd, 2025

You Don't Have to Live with Painful Sex: Understanding Your Treatment Options for Dyspareunia

Many women suffering from painful sex don’t realize how common their problem is — and they also may not know that it’s completely treatable. Here’s how we can help you find relief from your symptoms and improve your quality of life.

Dec 16th, 2024

5 Tips for Managing Perimenopause Symptoms

Perimenopause might not get the attention menopause gets, but it’s the time when most menopause symptoms begin, including symptoms that interfere with your comfort and your quality of life. Here’s how to cope.

Nov 5th, 2024

PCOS Management: The Importance of Healthy Lifestyle Changes

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) affects millions of women, and while medical therapy can help, lifestyle changes can improve symptoms, too. Here, learn some simple things you can do to keep your symptoms under control.

Oct 16th, 2024

Our Pro Tips for Keeping Weight Off After Summer — and Beyond

Few things are as discouraging as failed weight loss, but the fact is, it might not be your diet that’s to blame: It could be your hormones. Here, learn how hormonal fluctuations could wreak havoc with your weight and what we can do to help.

Sep 9th, 2024

Reviving Your Sex Drive: Tips and Treatments for Women with Low Libido

A low sex drive isn’t unusual, but it can take a toll on your overall wellness and your quality of life. Here, learn some simple tips to help revive that spark, especially as you age.

Aug 13th, 2024

What's the Difference Between Perimenopause and Menopause?

Menopause marks a time of major changes in a woman’s life, but what many women don’t know is that many of those changes happen before their periods end — a time called perimenopause. Here’s what you need to know.

Jul 18th, 2024

I'm Having Hot Flashes — Am I Starting Menopause?

Hot flashes are a common symptom of menopause, but those uncomfortable sensations of warmth can have other causes, too. Here’s how to tell if your hot flashes could mean you’re in or near menopause.

Jun 20th, 2024

Weight Management in Women

Obesity is rising at an alarming rate with a disproportionately higher prevalence in female than male counterparts.

Jun 6th, 2024

Why You Shouldn't Ignore Ongoing Vaginal Dryness

Vaginal dryness is extremely common, especially among older women who are near or in menopause. But dryness can happen at other ages, too, and whenever it happens, it should never be ignored. Here’s why.

May 24th, 2024

What to Expect During and After Your Colposcopy

Colposcopy exams are essential in identifying the cause of abnormal Pap smears. If you’re a little nervous about your upcoming colposcopy appointment, this quick overview can give you peace of mind.

Apr 8th, 2024

Understanding and Managing Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

From facial hair to infertility, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) can be a nightmare. But Dr. Shamsah Amersi, one of the country's leading Ob-Gyns, effectively manages symptoms with holistic, individualized treatment. Read on to learn more.

Mar 6th, 2024

6 Signs You've Entered Perimenopause

Wondering what symptoms of perimenopause you should be looking out for? We've got you covered with the top signs you've entered this reproductive stage, plus how different therapies help you manage and eliminate some of the uncomfortable symptoms.

Feb 5th, 2024

This Can Be the Year You Finally Lose That Excess Weight—Even in Menopause

Are you heading toward menopause and finding it harder than ever to drop those extra pounds? Learn about how your changing hormones affect your waistline and how our team can help you reach your desired weight.

Jan 7th, 2024

Sexual Intercourse Shouldn't Hurt

Sex is supposed to be pleasurable, not painful. If you experience pain during intercourse, chances are something isn't right. Keep reading to learn what could be causing your pain and how we can help.

Dec 13th, 2023

5 Telltale Symptoms of Hormone Imbalance

Are you curious whether that fatigue or weight gain you’re experiencing is due to more than stress? Keep reading to learn about some of the most common signs of hormone imbalance and how we can help.

Nov 14th, 2023

Do I Need to Take Supplements?

Are you eating a balanced diet but still feeling tired and rundown? Discover how to bridge the gaps in your diet and optimize your health with nutritional supplements. Here's what you need to know!

Oct 18th, 2023

4 STDs and How to Prevent Them

Are you concerned about sexually transmitted diseases (STDs)? You're not alone. Keep reading to learn about four common STDs and how to be proactive about your health and prevent the spread of these infections.

Oct 10th, 2023

My Incontinence Is Embarrassing: Can You Help?

Urinary incontinence is a common condition that millions of women experience. If you’re embarrassed by leaks and dribbles, we’ve got you covered with different solutions to help you regain control of your bladder. Keep reading to find out more.

Aug 3rd, 2023

4 Benefits of Telehealth

Ever wanted to talk to your OB/GYN about a question or lab result but felt like going into the office was a chore? Now you can get care from home with our telehealth services. Find out more about the four great benefits of telehealth.

Jul 9th, 2023

Symptoms and Postpartum Care

The time between childbirth and the months postpartum are shockingly given minimal attention and result in often long term mental, physical and sexual challenges for new mothers.

Jun 5th, 2023

Am I a Candidate for Ozempic for Weight Loss?

Losing weight is never easy, and if you have an underlying condition linked to weight gain, it can be even harder. Learn how Ozempic® (semaglutide) can help and whether you’re a candidate.

Jun 4th, 2023

Risk Factors for Recurrent UTIs

Most women get a urinary tract infection (UTI) at least once. But for some, UTIs are a recurring problem. Learn more about the risk factors for recurrent UTIs and ways to prevent and treat them.

May 22nd, 2023

My Hormone & Acupuncture Journey by Sophie Allegra

I’ve shared bits and pieces of what I’ve been going through over the last two years on Instagram and there’s been so much interest in deepening the conversation. For the last two years I’ve been diligently working on treating my hormone imbalance, and I’m

Apr 20th, 2023

10 tips for a mindful birth

It is of paramount importance to create space for mindfulness as part of the birth preparation and to cultivate mindful relationships with your partner, your family, and most importantly, yourself.

Apr 19th, 2023

Telehealth: The Advantages of Telemedicine

Struggles to get to the clinic? Trying to reduce your exposure to COVID-19, as well as other contagious illnesses, and still need to see your doctor? Telehealth is safe and easy — receive quality care from anywhere.

Feb 20th, 2024

5 Things You Might Not Know About PCOS

It’s no surprise that polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) causes many cysts to grow on your ovaries. But there are lesser-known facts about PCSO that many women aren’t familiar with. Keep reading to learn five things about PCOS you should know.

Apr 6th, 2023

Is Hormone Replacement Therapy Safe?

If the hot flashes, vaginal dryness, and other side effects of menopause make your life miserable, hormone replacement therapy can ease your symptoms. But is it safe? We answer your questions in this informative post.

Mar 9th, 2023

How Menopause Affects Your Mental Health

You know menopause causes many physical changes to your body, but it can also affect your mental health. Find out what to watch for and how to treat any problems you face.

Feb 14th, 2023

Perimenopause

Perimenopause is a hormonal change that can begin with irregularities in a woman's cycle. Around 40, women's bodies go through a very delicate hormonal dance not dissimilar to puberty. Skin changes, mood changes, and more can be treated by hormone therapy.

Nov 4th, 2021

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