Myths about HRT The vast majority of my patients who I see in the general practice setting with menopausal symptoms are very definite that they do not want to take HRT. They tell me that they would prefer to take the “natural route” and they “do not want to meddle with nature” or, most commonly, that...Read More

Period pain / Photo: Esther Simpson (cc) What to Expect in Perimenopause By OBOS Menopause Contributors | October 15, 2011 676 At midlife, women transition from their reproductive years to the natural end of monthly menstrual cycles. This transition — called perimenopause — usually begins in the 40s and ends by the early 50s, although any age from...Read More

Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is one of the most common causes of female infertility, affecting an estimated 5 million women. But you can get pregnant with PCOS. There are a number of effective fertility treatments available, from Clomid to gonadotropins to IVF. Most women will be able to conceive with a combination of lifestyle changes...Read More

You may have heard about this hormonal disorder because it’s one of the most common reasons to pursue fertility treatments. But you might not be aware of these misconceptions and risks linked with the syndrome. It doesn’t involve scary cysts iStock/kupicooPCOS occurs when a woman has a lot of resting follicles (fluid collections that hold...Read More