STOP Ignoring Premature Ovarian Insufficiency Symptoms!
In this insightful episode, we explore Premature Ovarian Insufficiency (POI), a condition affecting women under the age of 40 that leads to a decline in ovarian function and fertility. Dr. Haitham Hamoda unpacks what POI really means, how it impacts health, and how hormone replacement therapy (HRT) can help manage symptoms and risks. This episode is packed with valuable information about the causes, diagnosis, and health concerns associated with POI.
What to Expect:
• Understanding Premature Ovarian Insufficiency (POI) and its symptoms
• The health risks associated with POI, including effects on the heart, bones, and cognitive function
• The role of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) in managing POI
• How POI affects fertility and what options are available for women
• The causes of POI, including genetic and autoimmune factors
• The differences between surgical menopause and natural POI
Whether you're navigating this journey personally or supporting someone who is, this episode provides critical insights into the importance of early diagnosis and proactive care for women dealing with POI.
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For more resources from Dr Hamoda:
Check out the British Menopause Society https://thebms.org.uk/ and the Resources Tool Kit for Menopause Care https://thebms.org.uk/education/principles-practice-of-menopause-care/bms-ppmc-resources-toolkit/
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00:00:05 – What Is Menopause? Understanding Hormonal Changes
00:00:38 – Common Menopause Symptoms: Hot Flashes, Mood Swings, Sleep Issues
00:02:21 – Menopause and Women’s Health Risks & Myths
00:04:13 – Surgical Menopause: Differences, Symptoms & Long-Term Effects
00:10:33 – Causes of Menopause: Age, Genetics, and Lifestyle Factors
00:13:13 – Menopause Appointments: What to Expect & Questions to Ask
00:14:44 – Embracing Menopause With Confidence & Clarity
* Premature ovarian insufficiency
* Early menopause
* POI symptoms
* Ovarian reserve decline
* Estrogen deficiency
* Fertility and POI
* Hormone replacement therapy
* Heart disease and menopause
* Osteoporosis and early menopause
* Cognitive decline in menopause
* POI causes and diagnosis
* Women’s health and menopause
* Autoimmune conditions and POI
* Surgical menopause
* Menopause management
* Perimenopause and postmenopause
* Menopause transition
* HRT for premature ovarian insufficiency
* Underdiagnosed POI
* Natural POI vs. surgical menopause
* Premature ovarian failure treatment
