Menopause Support

Expert support and personalised treatment at every stage.

Menopause is a natural, definitive stage of life that occurs when the ovaries gradually decrease their hormone production, leading to the permanent cessation of menstrual periods. Clinically, menopause is diagnosed retrospectively once you have experienced 12 consecutive months without a period, marking the natural conclusion of your reproductive years.

However, the hormonal fluctuations leading up to this point—a phase known as perimenopause—and the years following it can bring a diverse range of physical and emotional changes.

Because estrogen receptors are located throughout your entire body, a drop in hormone levels can impact multiple systems. No two women experience this transition in the exact same way, but the most common symptoms generally fall into three categories:

What is the Difference Between Menopause and Perimenopause?

Although they are closely related, perimenopause and menopause are different stages of a woman’s reproductive life.

Perimenopause is the transitional phase leading up to menopause. During this time, hormone levels begin to fluctuate, particularly oestrogen, which can cause symptoms even though you are still having periods. Menstrual cycles may become irregular, lighter, heavier or further apart before eventually stopping altogether.

Menopause is officially diagnosed when you have not had a menstrual period for 12 consecutive months. At this stage, the ovaries have significantly reduced their production of oestrogen and progesterone, and fertility naturally comes to an end.

Perimenopause

• Usually begins in your 40s but can occur earlier.
• Periods become irregular.
• Hormone levels fluctuate.
• Symptoms may include hot flushes, mood changes, sleep disturbances, brain fog and vaginal dryness.

Menopause

• Diagnosed after 12 consecutive months without a period.
• Average age in the UK is around 51 years.
• Symptoms may continue for several years after menopause.
• Long-term changes can affect bone health, heart health and overall wellbeing.

Understanding whether you are experiencing perimenopause or menopause can help determine the most appropriate treatment and support. Our clinicians provide personalised assessments to help you understand your symptoms and discuss the most suitable management options.

• Hot Flushes & Night Sweats: Sudden, intense waves of heat and flushing, often accompanied by a rapid heart rate and heavy sweating during sleep.
• Sleep Disturbances & Fatigue: Difficulty falling or staying asleep, leading to chronic daytime tiredness and low energy.
• Joint & Muscle Aches: Unexplained stiffness or discomfort in the joints, often mistaken for general aging.
• Physical Changes: Unintentional weight gain, shifts in body composition (particularly around the abdomen), thinning hair, and noticeably dry or less elastic skin.

• Brain Fog: Frustrating difficulties with short-term memory, focus, and concentration.
• Mood Fluctuations: Heightened anxiety, irritability, bouts of low mood, or a feeling of being easily overwhelmed.

• Vaginal Dryness: Thinning and inflammation of the vaginal walls (vaginal atrophy), causing persistent discomfort or pain during intercourse.
• Reduced Libido: A noticeable decrease in sexual desire, often linked to both hormonal drops and physical discomfort.
• Urinary Changes: Increased urinary frequency, sudden urgency, or a susceptibility to recurrent Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs).

1. Advanced Hormonal Treatment options (HRT)

Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) replaces hormones that decline during menopause and can be used to manage a range of symptoms. Treatment options include both systemic and local therapies, with the most suitable approach depending on your symptoms and medical history.

Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)

Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) remains the gold-standard medical intervention for managing the root cause of perimenopausal and menopausal symptoms. Our specialists prescribe regulated, modern formulations to rapidly reduce hot flushes, night sweats, sleep disruption, and mood changes, while actively safeguarding your long-term bone, heart, and metabolic health.

Systemic HRT (Full-Body Alleviation)

Best for addressing systemic symptoms like hot flushes, night sweats, joint pain, and severe brain fog. We prioritize modern, body-identical options which closely mimic your body’s natural hormones.

• Transdermal Gels & Sprays: Absorbed directly through the skin, bypassing the liver and carrying no baseline increase in blood clot risks.
• Estrogen & Progesterone Patches: Discrete, slow-release options providing steady hormonal baselines.
• Oral Tablets: Convenient, traditional options for suitable clinical candidates.
• Subcutaneous Implants: Long-lasting hormone pellets inserted just beneath the skin for steady, low-maintenance release.

Topical & Local HRT (Targeted Vaginal Relief)

Designed specifically to treat localized urogenital symptoms without significantly altering your systemic hormone levels.

• Vaginal Creams, Pessaries, and Rings: Ultra-low-dose estrogen treatments applied directly into the vagina to reverse thinning tissues, eliminate painful intercourse, and reduce urinary urgency.

Customised & Tailored Bioidentical Regimens

• Every prescription issued through our online platform is strictly calculated based on your symptom profile, medical history, and specific diagnostic markers, ensuring a bespoke hormone balance unique to you.

Support During Menopause

Menopause can affect many aspects of daily life, including your physical health, emotional wellbeing, relationships and confidence. You don’t have to manage these changes alone.

At Your Health Today, we believe that menopause care is about more than treating symptoms. Our clinicians provide personalised advice, education and ongoing support to help you understand your options and make informed decisions about your health.

Support may include:

• Personalised treatment plans.
• Lifestyle and wellbeing advice.
• Ongoing review of symptoms.
• Medication reviews where appropriate.
• Guidance on long-term health, including bone and heart health.
• Follow-up consultations to monitor your progress.

Whether you’re experiencing the early stages of perimenopause or have been through menopause, we’re here to support you every step of the way.