Menopause care at Loyola Medicine
Why choose Loyola for menopause treatment?
Menopause marks a significant transition in a person’s life, and for many, it comes with unexpected physical, emotional, and hormonal changes. At Loyola Medicine, we offer a supportive, whole-person approach to managing menopause, combining the latest medical therapies with the compassion and expertise of a multidisciplinary team.
Symptoms of menopause and perimenopause
Menopause symptoms can affect every part of your daily life, from how well you sleep to how clearly you think. While some individuals experience only mild symptoms, others face persistent challenges that interfere with work, relationships, and well-being, such as:
- Brain fog and memory changes
- Hot flashes and night sweats
- Urinary incontinence or urgency
- Low libido or lack of sexual desire
- Pain during intercourse (dyspareunia)
- Difficulty with arousal or orgasm
- Vaginal dryness or pain with intercourse
- Mood swings, irritability and anxiety
- Pelvic pain
- Pelvic floor weakness
- Sexual dysfunction following childbirth, surgery, or cancer treatment
- Impact of mood disorders or medications on sexual health
- Relationship-related concerns affecting sexual satisfaction
Diagnosis of menopause and related conditions
Getting the right diagnosis starts with listening. Our providers take time to understand your history, symptoms, and concerns before using targeted tests and evaluations to confirm menopause or identify related conditions, including:
- A detailed personal and sexual health history
- Pelvic exam to assess anatomical or physical concerns
- Hormone level testing
- Evaluation of medications, mood, and mental health
- Assessment of pelvic floor strength and function
- Coordination with specialists in urology, urogynecology and behavioral health, as needed
Menopause treatment options
At Loyola Medicine, we personalize every treatment plan based on your symptoms, health history, and preferences, helping you regain control and feel like yourself again. These treatments can include:
- Hormonal therapies: Such as estrogen or testosterone, if indicated
- Pelvic floor physical therapy: To reduce pain and improve function
- Vaginal lubricants or moisturizers: For dryness and discomfort
- Behavioral therapy or sexual dysfunction therapy: To address psychological or relationship concerns
- Medication adjustments: If antidepressants or other prescriptions are impacting your sexual health
- Education and empowerment: Including personalized coaching to help you regain confidence and comfort in your sexuality
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Our menopause and sexual health clinic brings together a compassionate team of specialists who understand the physical, emotional, and sexual complexities of this transition. Schedule your appointment today and take the first step toward feeling like yourself again.