Menopause causes real, physical changes in the vagina, known as Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause (GSM). Symptoms like dryness, painful sex, and urinary issues are common but treatable. First-line therapies include vaginal estrogen, DHEA, and hormone replacement,...
Hello everyone, Dr. Debra Durst here, a regenerative medicine specialist passionate about sexual wellness for both men and women! Today, we're diving into a topic that’s critical to both men’s health and overall well-being: testosterone. Specifically, we'll be...
When improving sleep, we often think about behavioral strategies like light exposure, temperature control, and managing caffeine. However, It may require addressing hormonal imbalances. This is especially true for women during perimenopause and menopause as optimizing...
Low testosterone, or hypogonadism, is a common condition affecting many men as they age. Testosterone is a crucial hormone that impacts various aspects of male health, including muscle mass, energy levels, libido, and overall well-being. Understanding the signs of low...
The Women's Health Initiative (WHI), launched by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) in 1993, was one of the largest and most comprehensive studies of postmenopausal women's health. The WHI study aimed to evaluate the benefits and risks of hormone therapy (HT),...
Perimenopause, the transitional phase leading up to menopause, typically begins in your 40s but can start earlier. During this period, your hormones experience significant fluctuations, causing a range of physical and emotional changes.Perimenopause is marked by...
Testosterone is a life force for men. If you are not feeling like yourself or just not feeling the zest for life anymore—then getting your testosterone checked may be the next step. Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT) is increasingly sought after by men...
Erectile dysfunction (ED) is a common health issue that affects men of all ages, particularly those in midlife and beyond. Recognizing the signs of ED can help men seek the appropriate treatment early. In Knoxville, TN, where health and wellness are taken seriously,...
Did you know that atrophy of volume in the face begins at age 30? This typically presents as fine lines & wrinkles, hollowing of the temples, sunken in eye-sockets, thinning lips, sagging skin, the appearance of drooping jowls around the mouth, and so much more.In...