Tag Archives: perimenopause

Why So Many Women Don’t Ask for Help with Menopause — And Why They Should

Posted on November 4, 2025 by drlesliegreenberg

What Is Menopause? Menopause is a natural part of aging. It usually happens between ages 45 and 60, when a woman’s ovaries stop making as much estrogen and periods stop. The definition of menopause is one year after the last … Continue reading →

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Understanding Menopause Health Disparities

Posted on October 23, 2025 by drlesliegreenberg

I am loving the part of my practice where I care for peri- and menopausal women. I am acutely aware that every woman’s menopause experience is different. While menopause happens to all women, the way it feels can be very … Continue reading →

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Taking care of your heart during menopause: What every woman should know…

Posted on August 5, 2025 by drlesliegreenberg

As a family doctor who is also a Menopause Society Certified Provider, I often talk with perimenopausal and menopausal women. This stage of life brings many changes, and it’s an important time to focus on your heart health. A new … Continue reading →

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Do you want a non-hormonal medication to treat hot flashes and night sweats?

Posted on October 7, 2024 by drlesliegreenberg

Do you want a non-hormonal medication to treat hot flashes and night sweats?  Veozah (fezolinetant) is an FDA-approved non-hormonal medication to treat moderate to severe hot flashes and night sweats.   Hot flashes and night sweats are common, and often … Continue reading →

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Perimenopause may trigger the first episode of depression.

Posted on January 4, 2019 by drlesliegreenberg

Perimenopause may trigger the first episode of depression.  Women in their late 40s are often in this hormonal stage called “perimenopause.” This is when the body may still have a menstrual period, but that the menstrual cycles are irregular because … Continue reading →

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Menopause

Posted on November 10, 2010 by drlesliegreenberg

I went to a ‘Menopause The Musical’  a few years ago: utterly hysterical. It may only be funny onstage. I have seen two patients this week in their 40s who have all the symptoms. . . including a little denial. … Continue reading →

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