Addressing Women's Health with The East Valley’s Top Hormone Specialists

Many women in Arizona are entering or experiencing menopause, suffering from oftentimes debilitating symptoms. Learn about what Menopause is, and what women do to alleviate symptoms.

What is Menopause?

The end of your menstrual cycles, usually 12 months after your last menstrual period, is defined as menopause. In the United States, the average age one experiences menopause is 51 but can happen around the age of 40–50. While menopause is a natural part of aging, menopausal stage symptoms may affect one’s quality of life. (source: Mayo Clinic).

Factors that may cause menopause:

Natural decline of reproductive hormones

Primary ovarian insufficiency

Chemotherapy and radiation therapy

Hysterectomy

Regardless of the severity of your symptoms, it’s important to address hormone imbalances with a specialist near you.

Women’s Hormone Imbalance Symptoms:

If you have three or more of the following symptoms, you may have a hormonal imbalance.

Aches/Pains

Loss of Memory

Weight Gain

Decreased Sex Drive

Depression

Fluid Retention

Headaches

Night Sweats

Hair Loss

Difficulty Reaching Climax

Bladder Symptoms (Frequency, Urgency, Leakage)

Sleep Disruptions

Fatigue

Vaginal Dryness

Irritability

Nervousness/Anxiety

Breast Tenderness

Hot Flashes

Dry Skin

Nails Breaking/Peeling

Mood Swings

How Do I Check My Hormone Levels?

Patients can easily check hormone levels via at-home tests like blood spot tests, saliva tests and urine tests.

Talk to the hormone experts at Community Clinical Pharmacy about the symptoms you are experiencing, what specific hormones you should test, then schedule a consultation to go over your results, where a customized plan of action can be developed by expert compounders working with you and your physician.

What is Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy?

Natural or Bio-identical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT) utilizes drugs that have identical chemical structures as what is found in the human body. This differs from synthetic medications that can hold higher risks of complications.

BHRT has grown in popularity with menopausal women addressing hormone imbalances.

Looking for a specialist in the East Valley (Mesa, Tempe, Chandler, Gilbert)? Contact Community Clinical Pharmacy to get customized plans in coordination with your medical providers.

Sexual Dysfunction in Menopausal Women

Imbalances in hormones associated with menopause can affect women’s ability to enjoy and perform sexually. Oftentimes, women ignore issues which can damage relationships, decrease quality of life, among other negative impacts.

Experts at Community Clinical Pharmacy have helped countless women in Arizona address issues with sexual dysfunction via BHRT, specially formulated creams that increase blood flow during sex for greater satisfaction and performance, and other customized products to help women get their sex lives back.

Do You Need a Physician Referral?

Finding a provider that has experience dealing with your specific type of hormone imbalance is important. We take pride in connecting patients with local specialists that can provide the professional insight needed to address symptoms and improve their quality of life.

When in doubt, contact one of our knowledgeable pharmacists at Community Clinical Pharmacy. We are here to offer you solutions and assist you in making informed decisions about your health. Contact us with comments, questions, or pharmacy related topics you’d like to know more about. And, as always, stay healthy!