Online, telehealth Hormone Replacement Therapy for Perimenopause (Pre-Menopause)
When I think of menopause, I think of old women. Women much older than me, but here I am in my late 50's and I don't feel old and I certainly don't want to look old. So, what's a girl to do?
The years leading up to menopause, are called perimenopause and can be uncomfortable, at least they were for me. I didn't know what was happening and no one was talking about it. All I knew is that at times I was convinced I could commit murder!
On-line HRT providers didn't exist, heck I don't think telemedicine had even been invented yet when perimenopause hit me in my mid to late 30's. Fortunately today, there are many options for HRT Telehealth. Winona is one of my favorites and I even have a 15% off coupon for your first order!
Am I in Perimenopause?
Maybe you are like me, and you had never heard of Perimenopause?
I had heard of menopause, but until recently, I had no idea that like puberty, menopause takes a few years to run its course and the time leading up to the official start is referred to as perimenopause.
The way perimenopause presents itself will be different for all women. You may see a change in your menstrual cycle, you may not feel like yourself, you might experience hot flashes, find that losing weight is almost impossible or like me experience rage and agitation. That was the first symptom I had. I remember wanting to "cut my husband's head off" the day or two before I started my period.
When does Perimenopause start?
Typically, perimenopause begins in a woman’s 40s, but it can start as early as the mid-30s or as late as the early 50s. The duration of perimenopause can vary widely among women, lasting anywhere from a few months to several years.
During perimenopause, women may experience irregular menstrual cycles, hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings, sleep disturbances, and changes in libido. The ovaries gradually produce less estrogen and progesterone, leading to these symptoms.
If you’re experiencing symptoms or have concerns about perimenopause, it’s a good idea to consult a healthcare provider for personalized advice and management options.
What are the symptoms of Perimenopause?
Perimenopause can bring a variety of symptoms as your body adjusts to changing hormone levels. Common symptoms include:
Irregular Periods: Changes in menstrual cycle length, flow, or frequency are common.
Hot Flashes: Sudden feelings of intense heat, often accompanied by sweating and flushing.
Night Sweats: Similar to hot flashes but occurring at night, disrupting sleep.
Mood Changes: Increased irritability, anxiety, or depression.
Sleep Disturbances: Difficulty falling or staying asleep, often related to night sweats.
Vaginal Dryness: Reduced moisture and elasticity, leading to discomfort or pain during sex.
Decreased Libido: Reduced interest in sexual activity.
Fatigue: Feeling unusually tired or low on energy.
Memory Issues: Difficulty concentrating or memory lapses.
Weight Gain: Changes in metabolism may lead to weight gain, often around the abdomen.
Breast Tenderness: Soreness or swelling in the breasts.
Joint and Muscle Pain: Achiness or stiffness in the joints and muscles.
These symptoms can vary widely among individuals in terms of severity and duration. If you're experiencing significant discomfort or have concerns, it's a good idea to talk to a healthcare provider who can offer guidance and potential treatment options.
Winona Cost and Treatment Options for Perimenopause
I love that Winona is so transparent on what products they offer, the dosing and the cost of each. They don't require an in-person telehealth appointment or any blood work. Winona practices evidence-based medicine to prescribe Hormone Replacement for each of their patients.
They also don't accept or require medical insurance. So no pre-authorization needed here. You'll be paying out of pocket using your HSA or credit card.
Products Offered:
DHEA Pills - $27/3 Month Supply
Estrogen Body Cream - $89/Month
Estrogen w/Progesterone - $89/Month
Estrogen Patch - $149/Month
Estrogen Tablet - $45/Month
Progesterone Body Cream - $89/Month
Progesterone Caplet - $39/Month
Vaginal Estrogen Cream - $89/Month
Blossom (female Viagra cream) - $79/Order
The most common therapy I've seen Winona docs prescribe is the Estrogen/Progesterone cream and the DHEA Pills. See my blog on their Blossom Cream here.
Winona Hormone Replacement Therapy - How It Works?
1. Complete In-Take Form
2. Receive Link to Winona's patient portal to sign up - provide payment information
3. Winona will reach out via their patient portal with recommended treatment products and costs
4. Confirm or Deny Purchase(s)
5. Shipped directly to your home - 5-9 days
They offer bioidentical hormone replacement therapy in creams, patches, pills and caplets.
Would Winona be a good fit for you?
I'm a patient of Winona and have been very pleased with the products pricing and their follow-up. Their in-take is simple and knowing that they wouldn't require that I do blood work or labs confirmed that they understand that as women we are all busy with kids, our careers or just living our lives and may not have time for the all the labs and testing that other providers might require.
Hormone Replacement isn't just for menopause! If you are over 30 and experiencing any of the signs of perimenopause, don't wait, get help immediately, I know I wished I had. It may have prevented a divorce when I was 36!
There is no reason to live in a body that doesn't feel like yours when there is time tested, safe options to replace your depleting hormone levels.
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