Women’s Health
What Causes Female Hair Loss?
Why is My Hair Falling Out? Causes of Female Hair Loss It’s in your brush, on your pillow, in the bathroom sink, everywhere but where it should be – on your head! Hair loss is a common complaint among women who are concerned not only about their appearance, but fear thinning hair is an indication of other health issues. In most…
Read MoreTeenage Hormone Imbalance: When to Talk to a Doctor
Teen girls are notoriously moody, secretive and embarrassed to talk about their changing bodies. In most cases, we blame it on the shifting hormones of the teenage years. So how do you know when moods and changes in appearance have gone beyond what is typical and may indicate a health issue? Teen hormones may be…
Read MoreHormone Pellets vs. Cream
When you begin hormone replacement therapy (HRT) you are going to have a lot of questions about the benefits, risks, side effects and even the mode of delivery. Two of the most popular options are hormone pellets for convenience and hormone creams for flexibility and performance. They are two very different options, each with advantages…
Read MoreSaliva Testing Vs. Blood Testing for Hormone Levels: Which is Better?
Have you ever said in a moment of moodiness, “I think my hormones are out of whack!”? Did you consider that you might be right on the money? Fatigue, weight gain, anxiety, moodiness – these can all be signs of a hormonal imbalance. A simple blood or saliva test in a doctor’s office can check…
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