Hot flashes at work. Mood shifts that come out of nowhere. Sex that suddenly hurts. Night sweats and lost sleep you can’t get back. You don’t have to figure out midlife changes alone. Trust ProHealth Care’s experienced women’s midlife health team to help. These and other perimenopause and menopause symptoms have a cause. Most of them have treatments.
When should you start midlife care?
There isn’t a specific age to seek midlife care. Midlife care for women generally starts around age 35 and continues through age 65. If you’re experiencing menopause-related symptoms, it’s a good time to talk with a menopause specialist.
Hormonal changes
Many women begin experiencing perimenopause symptoms in their 40s, although hormonal changes can start earlier or later. If you’re experiencing menopause-related symptoms, it’s a good time to talk with a provider.
What does midlife women’s care cover?
Midlife care includes more than just menopause. It encompasses the years leading up to it and the years immediately after. Menopause stages include:
Perimenopause
The transition leading to menopause that can last for months to years. Your hormones and periods start changing, often accompanied by physical and emotional symptoms. Lifestyle, overall health and stress levels can affect how you experience it.
Menopause
The point when you haven’t had a period for 12 months in a row. Before this, your periods may be irregular, starting and stopping unpredictably.
Postmenopause
The stage after menopause. During this time, lower hormone levels and aging affect everything from your brain and heart to your bones and breasts. This also increases your risk for certain diseases and cancers.
Postmenopause is the ideal time to focus on preventive primary care, regular health screenings and lifestyle changes for healthy aging.
You might be dealing with symptoms from one of these stages right now, even if you’re not sure which one you’re in. We can help you figure that out.
Perimenopause symptoms we treat
Get help managing common early menopause symptoms, such as:
- Brain fog and difficulty concentrating
- Hot flashes and night sweats
- Joint pain and muscle aches
- Low sex drive or pain during sex
- Mood changes, depression and anxiety
- Pelvic health concerns
- Sleep problems and fatigue
- Urinary leakage, incontinence or frequent urinary tract infections (UTIs)
- Vaginal dryness or discomfort
- Weight gain, slow metabolism or increased belly fat
Skilled midlife care team
Menopause and perimenopause affect every woman differently. Our providers have experience in menopause care to give you the best possible care. Count on your team for:
- Care tailored to your symptoms and health goals
- Evidence-based treatments and therapies
- Support for your physical, emotional and sexual health
- Coordinated care across your health care team
Specialists working together for you
The team approach to your care connects you with other ProHealth Care medical professionals. That means you’ll get access to the full range of physical, emotional and lifestyle care you need for midlife women’s wellness.
Depending on your needs, you may also get care from:
- Behavioral health specialists
- Exercise physiologists
- Nurse navigators
- Pelvic floor physical therapists
- Registered dietitians
- Weight management specialists
Rely on your care team to partner closely with your primary care provider and other specialists to ensure coordinated care.
Complete care and treatment for midlife women
Depend on us for care that does more than manage symptoms. Expect up-to-date medical care, science-backed treatments and lifestyle support to help you feel your best. Services we offer include:
- Preventive women's health – Lab testing, age-appropriate screenings, cancer risk assessment, mammograms and nutritional guidance.
- Bone health – Bone density screening, osteoporosis prevention and treatment and strength training programs.
- Emotional well-being – Stress management, behavioral health support, sleep improvement, yoga and Tai Chi.
- Menopause and hormone health – Perimenopause care, menopause evaluations, hormone replacement therapy (HRT), non-hormonal treatments and individualized symptom management.
- Pelvic floor and urinary health – Pelvic floor evaluations, physical therapy, incontinence treatment, recurrent UTI care and advanced diagnostic testing
- Sexual health and wellness – Care for vaginal dryness, low libido, painful intercourse and other sexual health concerns.
- Weight and metabolic health – Medical weight management, nutrition counseling, fitness programs, personal training and Pilates.
Your first visit
At your first appointment, your provider will listen carefully to your concerns to get a full health picture instead of making age-based assumptions.
- Sharing your story – Describe what’s going on and discuss your current symptoms, health history, menstrual cycle schedule and how these issues affect your daily life.
- Setting goals for care – Talk with your provider about targeting specific symptoms to boost your quality of life so your treatment aligns with what matters most to you.
- Testing and evaluation – Get provider-recommended bloodwork or diagnostic tests to help pinpoint the cause of your symptoms to guide treatment.
- Creating your care plan – Work together to develop a personalized plan with clear next steps for your ongoing care and long-term health.
Insurance and payment options
While most services are covered by insurance plans, we recommend you contact your insurance company to verify our services are covered under your plan. Self-pay options are also available.
