Menopause

Get support from experts who listen, understand your concerns and help you find relief from the challenges of menopause.

Menopause Evaluations and Treatment in Central Massachusetts and Beyond

Menopause can turn your world upside down, especially when symptoms disrupt your daily life. At UMass Memorial Health, providers listen to your concerns and take them seriously. Our experienced team understands the physical and emotional changes that come with this life stage, and we work with you to find solutions.

Menopausal Conditions We Treat

We care for people experiencing a variety of issues, including:

  • Menopause, when you permanently stop having periods, typically happens in your early 50s.
  • Perimenopause, the time leading up to menopause, is when you have changes in your menstrual cycle.
  • Premature menopause, also known as primary ovarian insufficiency, occurs before age 40.
  • Surgical menopause, when menstrual periods stop after surgically removing both ovaries, before the natural age of menopause.

Perimenopause and Menopause Symptoms

You may benefit from an assessment if you are experiencing symptoms such as:

  • Heavy or prolonged menstrual bleeding (menorrhagia)
  • Hot flashes or night sweats
  • Irregular periods
  • Joint pain
  • Pelvic floor concerns, including urinary incontinence and painful sex
  • Worsening of existing mood disorders, such as anxiety or depression

Services for Hot Flashes and Other Menopause Symptoms We Treat

Everyone’s menopause experience is different, so we tailor care to what matters most to you. Our team takes time to understand your symptoms and goals, then works with you to create a plan that feels right. Treatment options may include:

  • Hormone replacement therapy (HRT): This treatment replaces estrogen and other hormones to reduce symptoms such as hot flashes, night sweats and vaginal dryness.
  • Nonhormonal medications: These medicines ease symptoms like hot flashes or mood changes without using hormones.
  • Lifestyle changes: We may suggest changing your diet, exercise, sleep habits or stress management techniques to help improve your well being.
  • Referrals to other specialists: When needed, we connect you with other experts, including mental health providers or orthopedists for joint pain.

Why Choose Us for Menopause and Perimenopause Care?

Expertise

We understand the unique challenges of perimenopause and menopause. Our team of general obstetrician gynecologists (OB-GYNs) has decades of experience helping people find relief. We also have a North American Menopause Society (NAMS) Certified Menopause Practitioner, who has specialized training in menopause care.

Appropriate Care for Menopause Symptoms

We carefully evaluate symptoms to make sure they’re consistent with a typical menopause transition and not due to another health issue. Night sweats that occur many years after menopause or joint pain that may be arthritis could need further testing. If symptoms fit the usual pattern of menopause, we avoid unnecessary tests and focus on helping you feel better.

Peace of Mind

Menopause and perimenopause symptoms can be frustrating and sometimes worrisome. But you don’t have to face them alone. We take the time to understand what you’re experiencing and how it’s affecting your life. We then explain what may be happening and whether there are treatment options that might help you feel better.

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