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When women think about the benefits of menopausal hormone therapy, things like hot flashes, insomnia and vaginal dryness come to mind.  But for many women, bone health is, or should be, at the top of the list.   In this episode, I speak with Dr. Risa Kagan about the role of estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone in bone health. Definition of Low Bone Mass (Osteopenia) and Osteoporosis The Difference Between a T score and a Z score  FRAX- Fracture Risk Assessment Tool When Bone Mass Peaks How to Maximize Bone Health Before Menopause Hits Role of Estrogen in Young Women The Danger Zone- When Most Women Lose the Majority of Their Bone Mass The Role of Birth Control Pills and Prevention of Bone Loss If Exercise is Enough The Relationship Between Hot Flashes and Osteoporosis Bone Loss Post Menopause Impact of Menopausal Estrogen Therapy on Bones Taking Menopausal Hormone Therapy (MHT) in the Absence of Hot Flashes to Protect Bones The Difference Between Bone Density and Bone Quality When it is Appropriate to Take an Anabolic Agent If the TYPE of Estrogen you take matters (Conjugated, Synthetic, Bioidentical) What DOSE of Estrogen is Needed to Prevent Fractures If it is Appropriate to Monitor Estradiol Blood Levels When Taking Transdermal MHT The Target Estradiol Level for Bone Health What Happens to Bone Density When MHT is Discontinued If MHT Should Be Taken Forever If Progestogens Plays a Role in Bone Health The Role of Bazodoxifene (Duovee™) in Bone Health The Role of TESTOSTERONE therapy in Bone Health Another Podcast with Dr. Kagan: When Progesterone is a Problem   Dr. Risa Kagan is a Clinical Professor in the Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Reproductive Sciences at the University of California San Francisco, and a consulting gynecologist with Sutter Health. Dr. Kagan has published over 100 scientific papers  on post menopause bone health and hormone therapy.  Dr. Streicher is on SUBSTACK      DrStreicher.Substack.com Articles Monthly newsletter All COME AGAIN podcast episodes Monthly News Flash Reports on recent research  Monthly Zoom Ask Me Anything Webinar   Information on Dr. Streicher's COME AGAIN Podcast- Sexuality and Orgasm Lauren Streicher MD, is a clinical professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine, the founding medical director of the Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause, and a Senior Research Fellow of The Kinsey Institute, Indiana University. She is a certified menopause practitioner of The Menopause Society. She is the Medical Director of Community Education and Outreach for Midi Health.   Dr. Streicher is the medical correspondent for Chicago's top-rated news program, the WGN Morning News, and has been seen on The Today Show, Good Morning America, The Oprah Winfrey Show, CNN, NPR, Dr. Radio, Nightline, Fox and Friends, The Steve Harvey Show, CBS This Morning, ABC News Now, NBCNightlyNews,20/20, and World News Tonight. She is an expert source for many magazines and serves on the medical advisory board of The Kinsey Institute, Self Magazine, and Prevention Magazine. She writes a regular column for The Ethel by AARP and Prevention Magazine.    LINKS Subscribe To Dr. Streicher's Substack Information About the COME AGAIN Podcast Dr. Streicher's CV and additional bio information To Find a Menopause Clinician and Other Resources  Glossary Of Medical Terminology Books by Lauren Streicher, MD  Slip Sliding Away: Turning Back the Clock on Your Vagina-A gynecologist's guide to eliminating post-menopause dryness and pain Hot Flash Hell: A Gynecologist's Guide to Turning Down the Heat Sex Rx- Hormones, Health, and Your Best Sex Ever The Essential Guide to Hysterectomy                                       Dr. Streicher's Inside Information podcast is for education and information and is not intended to replace medical advice from your personal healthcare clinician. Dr. Streicher disclaims liability for any medical outcomes that may occur because of applying methods suggested or discussed in this podcast.              

Transdermal estrogen in the form of a patch, gel, or cream is often the preferred delivery method for menopausal hormone therapy. Unlike oral estrogen, in addition to other advantages, transdermal estrogen does not increase the risk of blood clots.  But a new study, published in the journal Menopause, indicates that your transdermal estrogen… may not be doing what you think it's doing. Today, I am speaking with one of the authors of that study, Dr. Louise Newson.  My Substack post summarizing the study:  https://drstreicher.substack.com/p/is-your-estrogen-patch-gel-or-spray?r=740mq Link to article: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39689249/ We discuss: The advantages of transdermal estrogen The realization that blood levels of transdermal estrogen may be below what is expected What the study looked at Results of the study What factors may cause decreased absorption of transdermal estrogen Why decreased levels of estrogen are problematic Ways to maximize absorption Options if serum estrogen levels are low on standard doses of transdermal estrogen Concerns of using a higher than standard dose The pushback in the UK regarding Dr. Newson's work If it should be routine to measure blood levels of estrogen if using a transdermal product For more information on Dr. Newson, visit DrLouise Newson.com Dr. Streicher is on SUBSTACK      DrStreicher.Substack.com Articles Monthly newsletter All COME AGAIN podcast episodes Monthly News Flash Reports on recent research  Monthly Zoom Ask Me Anything Webinar Lauren Streicher, MD is a clinical professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine, the founding medical director of the Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause, and a Senior Research Fellow of The Kinsey Institute, Indiana University. She is a certified menopause practitioner of The Menopause Society. She is the Medical Director of Community Education and Outreach for Midi Health.     Dr. Streicher is the medical correspondent for Chicago's top-rated news program, the WGN Morning News, and has been seen on The Today Show, Good Morning America, The Oprah Winfrey Show, CNN, NPR, Dr. Radio, Nightline, Fox and Friends, The Steve Harvey Show, CBS This Morning, ABC News Now, NBCNightlyNews,20/20, and World News Tonight. She is an expert source for many magazines and serves on the medical advisory board of The Kinsey Institute, Self Magazine, and Prevention Magazine. She writes a regular column for The Ethel by AARP and Prevention Magazine.       Links: Subscribe To Dr. Streicher's Substack Information About the COME AGAIN Podcast Dr. Streicher's CV and additional bio information Glossary Of Medical Terminology Books by Lauren Streicher, MD  Slip Sliding Away: Turning Back the Clock on Your Vagina-A gynecologist's guide to eliminating post-menopause dryness and pain    Hot Flash Hell: A Gynecologist's Guide to Turning Down the Heat Sex Rx- Hormones, Health, and Your Best Sex Ever The Essential Guide to Hysterectomy                                      To Find a Menopause Clinician Midi Health   www.Joinmidi.com Midi Health is a telehealth company that provides high-level menopause care and takes insurance in all 50 states. Dr. Streicher is Midi's Medical Director of Education and Community Outreach and is familiar with their medical protocols, which are all regularly updated and set by the top academic menopause experts in the country.    The Menopause Society- Certified Menopause Practitioner List Menopause.org To find a menopause practitioner: https://portal.menopause.org/NAMS/NAMS/Directory/Menopause-Practitioner.aspx Put in your zip code and designate NCMP or CMSP to get a certified menopause practitioner. While all people on this list have passed a competency examination, Dr. Streicher does not vouch for every one of these clinicians. Most are excellent. Major Medical Centers It also may be helpful to check with major medical centers in your area. Many have menopause clinics or lists of doctors who have an interest and expertise in menopause.        Dr. Streicher's Inside Information podcast is for education and information and is not intended to replace medical advice from your personal healthcare clinician. Dr. Streicher disclaims liability for any medical outcomes that may occur because of applying methods suggested or discussed in this podcast.    

I get lots of questions on various platforms. But I never get to all of them. So, today is Q and A day.  I asked my friend and colleague, Dr. Heidi Flagg to join me because it's always good to get another point of view. Dr. Flagg is, above all, a clinician. She is in her office in NY city, day in and day out, helping women navigate peri menopause and menopause. And unlike many people out there who are new to the scene, Dr. Flagg brings decades of real-world experience to the table.   QUESTIONS Do you need to be 12 months without a period to start hormone therapy? I am getting a period every 3-4 months, so I assume I am in perimenopause. I am having a lot of symptoms, so I went to my doctor, and she suggested I go on birth control pills. I'm not even having sex. I don't need birth control.  I am 48 years old. I had a hysterectomy 5 years ago because of fibroids. I am now having hot flashes, brain fog, and mood swings. What hormone levels should I check to see if I am ready for hormone therapy?  I started using an estrogen patch around 3 months ago. I am still having hot flashes. Do I need to give it more time or do I need more estrogen?   Is it OK to substitute a brand name patch with a generic patch?  I am 62. My last period was 13 years ago. Is it too late for me to state hormone therapy? Since I started using local vaginal estrogen, I have an accumulation under my clitoral hood. How best to clean it? Is it OK to put vaginal lubricant inside the vagina?  Will hormone therapy trigger the recurrence of endometriosis?  I have high cholesterol and want to know if Duovee™ is a good product for someone with high cholesterol. Would it be better to use a transdermal estrogen? Is it safe to use systemic estrogen and local estrogen at the same time? I had a hysterectomy last year because of uterine cancer. Can I take estrogen? I am taking low doses of testosterone, and I am pretty sure my voice is getting lower.  My doctor said my levels are fine.  I thought that only happened with high doses. If I go off, will it go back to how it was? I am 45 years old and scheduled for a hysterectomy because of fibroids that bleed a lot. Is my sex life going to change?   A menopause coach who wants to know how to help women getting conflicting information on social media.                                           Heidi Flagg MD     IG @m_pause Dr. Heidi Snyder Flagg is a founder and managing partner of Spring ObGyn, a private practice in NYC. Since completing her ObGyn residency at Brown's Woman & Infant's Hospital Dr. Flagg's clinical interests have spanned the woman's reproductive cycle with a current focus on peri menopausal and menopause.Dr. Flagg is a medical advisor to Flow Health and Let's Talk Menopause.  Information on COME AGAIN-Sexuality and Orgasm Ways to Ask a Question I am not able to answer individual questions directly, but if you submit a question, I will do my best to get it answered during a podcast episode, Ask Me Anything Webinar, or a future Substack Article. The least likely place for me to see a question is on social media. (Instagram/Facebook) I do not check regularly.  1. Record a Question-Use this link to record your question. 2. Ask Me Anything Webinars Paid Substack subscribers can attend or submit a question in advance. The replays are available on my Substack platform. For more information or to become a subscriber, DrStreicher.Substack.com/subscribe.  3. Substack Chat    Subscribers can submit a question on my Substack chat. Dr. Streicher is on SUBSTACK      DrStreicher.Substack.com Articles Monthly newsletter All COME AGAIN podcast episodes Monthly News Flash Reports on recent research  Monthly Zoom Ask Me Anything Webinar Lauren Streicher, MD is a clinical professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine, the founding medical director of the Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause, and a Senior Research Fellow of The Kinsey Institute, Indiana University. She is a certified menopause practitioner of The Menopause Society. She is the Medical Director of Community Education and Outreach for Midi Health. Dr. Streicher is the medical correspondent for Chicago's top-rated news program, the WGN Morning News, and has been seen on The Today Show, Good Morning America, The Oprah Winfrey Show, CNN, NPR, Dr. Radio, Nightline, Fox and Friends, The Steve Harvey Show, CBS This Morning, ABC News Now, NBCNightlyNews,20/20, and World News Tonight. She is an expert source for many magazines and serves on the medical advisory board of The Kinsey Institute, Self Magazine, and Prevention Magazine. She writes a regular column for The Ethel by AARP and Prevention Magazine.    Links: To receive Dr. Streicher's FREE Insider Newsletter Glossary Of Medical Terminology Subscribe To Dr. Streicher's Substack Information About COME AGAIN Podcast Dr. Streicher's CV and additional bio information Books by Lauren Streicher, MD  Slip Sliding Away: Turning Back the Clock on Your Vagina-A gynecologist's guide to eliminating post-menopause dryness and pain   Hot Flash Hell: A Gynecologist's Guide to Turning Down the Heat Sex Rx- Hormones, Health, and Your Best Sex Ever The Essential Guide to Hysterectomy                                      To Find a Menopause Clinician Midi Health   www.Joinmidi.com Midi Health is a telehealth company that provides high-level menopause care and takes insurance in all 50 states. Dr. Streicher is Midi's Medical Director of Education and Community Outreach and is familiar with their medical protocols, which are all regularly updated and set by the top academic menopause experts in the country.  The Menopause Society- Certified Menopause Practitioner List Menopause.org To find a menopause practitioner: https://portal.menopause.org/NAMS/NAMS/Directory/Menopause-Practitioner.aspx Put in your zip code and designate NCMP or CMSP to get a certified menopause practitioner. While all people on this list have passed a competency examination, Dr. Streicher does not vouch for every one of these clinicians. Most are excellent. Major Medical Centers It also may be helpful to check with major medical centers in your area. Many have menopause clinics or lists of doctors who have an interest and expertise in menopause.     Dr. Streicher's Inside Information podcast is for education and information and is not intended to replace medical advice from your personal healthcare clinician. Dr. Streicher disclaims liability for any medical outcomes that may occur because of applying methods suggested or discussed in this podcast.

Welcome to COME AGAIN: Post Menopause Sexuality and Orgasm Podcast What if suddenly your tried-and-true maneuvers that consistently ended in orgasm no longer worked? Or it took so long and the climax so pathetic it was hardly worth the effort? Along with hot flashes, sandpaper sex, and a loss of libido, add the inability to have an orgasm to the list of post-menopause surprises your mom "forgot" to warn you about. In this episode you will hear the first two episodes of COME AGAIN-a new podcast series  with science-based information to get your libido to kick in and your clitoral nerve endings to wake up while also being wildly entertaining                             For more INFORMATION and to SUBSCRIBE COME AGAIN: Post Menopause Sexuality and Orgasm is a limited podcast series  Part One-Post Menopause Sexual Function and Obstacles to Orgasm §  An overview of female sexuality, arousal and obstacles to orgasm.  §  What it takes for an orgasm to occur §  What can happen as a consequence of menopause, aging, medications and  medical conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, cancer  Part Two - Everyone Come! Part Two focuses on hormonal and non-hormonal solutions to   eliminate pain  boost arousal  wake up your clitoris  COME AGAIN is intended for both healthcare professionals and the general public.                               For more INFORMATION and to SUBSCRIBE Lauren Streicher, MD is a clinical professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine, the founding medical director of the Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause, and a Senior Research Fellow of The Kinsey Institute, Indiana University. She is a certified menopause practitioner of The Menopause Society. She is the Medical Director of Community Education and Outreach for Midi Health. Dr. Streicher is the medical correspondent for Chicago's top-rated news program, the WGN Morning News, and has been seen on The Today Show, Good Morning America, The Oprah Winfrey Show, CNN, NPR, Dr. Radio, Nightline, Fox and Friends, The Steve Harvey Show, CBS This Morning, ABC News Now, NBCNightlyNews,20/20, and World News Tonight. She is an expert source for many magazines and serves on the medical advisory board of The Kinsey Institute, Self Magazine, and Prevention Magazine. She writes a regular column for The Ethel by AARP and Prevention Magazine.  DrStreicher.com Instagram @DrStreich Facebook @DrStreicher YouTube @DrStreicherTV LinkedIn @DrStreicher                   Sign up to receive DR. STREICHER'S FREE NEWSLETTER     Books by Lauren Streicher, MD  Slip Sliding Away: Turning Back the Clock on Your Vagina-A gynecologist's guide to eliminating post-menopause dryness and pain   Hot Flash Hell: A Gynecologist's Guide to Turning Down the Heat   Sex Rx- Hormones, Health, and Your Best Sex Ever   The Essential Guide to Hysterectomy                                        To Find a Menopause Clinician Midi Health   www.Joinmidi.com Midi Health is a telehealth company that provides high-level menopause care and takes insurance in all 50 states. Dr. Streicher is Midi's Medical Director of Education and Community Outreach and is familiar with their medical protocols, which are all regularly updated and set by the top academic menopause experts in the country.    The Menopause Society- Certified Menopause Practitioner List Menopause.org To find a menopause practitioner: https://portal.menopause.org/NAMS/NAMS/Directory/Menopause-Practitioner.aspx Put in your zip code and designate NCMP or CMSP to get a certified menopause practitioner. While all people on this list have passed a competency examination, Dr. Streicher does not vouch for every one of these clinicians. Most are excellent.   Major Medical Centers It also may be helpful to check with major medical centers in your area. Many have menopause clinics or lists of doctors who have an interest and expertise in menopause.    If you are in the Chicago area, the center founded by Dr. Streicher:  The Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause Sexmedmenopause.nm.org        Dr. Streicher's Inside Information podcast is for education and information and is not intended to replace medical advice from your personal healthcare clinician. Dr. Streicher disclaims liability for any medical outcomes that may occur because of applying methods suggested or discussed in this podcast.

Struggling with low libido, painful sex, or feeling disconnected from your body? You're not alone, and menopause can bring big changes to your sex life. In part 4 of our series, we talk about ways to bring back pleasure and intimacy. Dr. Lauren Streicher and other experts break down how menopause affects libido, arousal, and pain—and how cannabis can help. From lubricants to low-dose edibles, we're talking about real solutions that can make sex feel good again. Because great sex doesn't stop at menopause—it evolves. Thanks to our guests: Dr Lauren Streicher, Michelle Courtright, Joan Irvine, Jackie Cahan, Mennlay Golokeh Aggrey If you enjoyed this episode, we recommend Episode 280. Hot Flashes, Weight Gain, and Sleepless Nights—Why Cannabis Might Be the Answer, part 3 Hosted by Ellen Scanlon Sign up for Ellen's newsletter on Substack at https://dothepot.substack.com/ or at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠dothepot.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Thank you for supporting our sponsor! Lazarus Naturals, a trusted and consciously crafted supplier of high quality CBD products.  Use code DOTHEPOT for 20% off Follow on IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@dothepot⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / FB: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@dothepot⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@dothepot⁠⁠⁠

As our bodies age, so do our teeth. And, no surprise, menopause also has an impact on dental health. My guest, Whitney Difoggio, AKA Teeth Talk Girl ,knows it all when it comes to dental hygiene ,anti-aging tips and post menopause teeth, gums, and tongues. Whitney DiFoggio, founder of teethtalkgirl.com, is a passionate dental health communicator and registered dental hygienist, recognized as "Teeth Talk Girl" on social media (@teethtalkgirl). With a bachelor's degree in biology from the University of Illinois Chicago and a master's degree in health communication from Arizona State University, she is currently pursuing her doctorate in health science at Eastern Virginia Medical School. Whitening  Dentures Dry mouth Burning mouth Fluoride Flossing (and other uses for dental floss!)  Electric toothbrushes Losing teeth Website: teethtalkgirl.com YouTube: YouTube.com/TeethTalk Instagram: @teethtalkgirl TikTok: @teethtalkgirl Facebook: @teethtalkgirl Please take my survey about the relationship between vaginal dryness and dry mouth. It will take no more than 3 minutes to fill out. As a thank you, I am giving away 10 free subscriptions to my paid substack for the year! DrStreicher.Substack.com If you are willing to give me your e-mail at the end, I will enter you.  If you prefer to take it anonymously, known you are making a major contribution to menopause research! https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HOWDRYIAM   Lauren Streicher, MD is a clinical professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine, the founding medical director of the Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause, and a Senior Research Fellow of The Kinsey Institute, Indiana University. She is a certified menopause practitioner of The Menopause Society. She is the Medical Director of Community Education and Outreach for Midi Health. Dr. Streicher is the medical correspondent for Chicago's top-rated news program, the WGN Morning News, and has been seen on The Today Show, Good Morning America, The Oprah Winfrey Show, CNN, NPR, Dr. Radio, Nightline, Fox and Friends, The Steve Harvey Show, CBS This Morning, ABC News Now, NBCNightlyNews,20/20, and World News Tonight. She is an expert source for many magazines and serves on the medical advisory board of The Kinsey Institute, Self Magazine, and Prevention Magazine. She writes a regular column for The Ethel by AARP and Prevention Magazine.  DrStreicher.com Instagram @DrStreich Facebook @DrStreicher YouTube @DrStreicherTV LinkedIn @DrStreicher                   Sign up to receive DR. STREICHER'S FREE NEWSLETTER   Books by Lauren Streicher, MD  Slip Sliding Away: Turning Back the Clock on Your Vagina-A gynecologist's guide to eliminating post-menopause dryness and pain   Hot Flash Hell: A Gynecologist's Guide to Turning Down the Heat Sex Rx- Hormones, Health, and Your Best Sex Ever The Essential Guide to Hysterectomy                                      To Find a Menopause Clinician Midi Health   www.Joinmidi.com Midi Health is a telehealth company that provides high-level menopause care and takes insurance in all 50 states. Dr. Streicher is Midi's Medical Director of Education and Community Outreach and is familiar with their medical protocols, which are all regularly updated and set by the top academic menopause experts in the country.    The Menopause Society- Certified Menopause Practitioner List Menopause.org To find a menopause practitioner: https://portal.menopause.org/NAMS/NAMS/Directory/Menopause-Practitioner.aspx Put in your zip code and designate NCMP or CMSP to get a certified menopause practitioner. While all people on this list have passed a competency examination, Dr. Streicher does not vouch for every one of these clinicians. Most are excellent.   Major Medical Centers It also may be helpful to check with major medical centers in your area. Many have menopause clinics or lists of doctors who have an interest and expertise in menopause.    If you are in the Chicago area, the center founded by Dr. Streicher:  The Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause Sexmedmenopause.nm.org        Dr. Streicher's Inside Information podcast is for education and information and is not intended to replace medical advice from your personal healthcare clinician. Dr. Streicher disclaims liability for any medical outcomes that may occur because of applying methods suggested or discussed in this podcast.

Struggling with sleep in perimenopause or menopause? Hot flashes, joint pain, and stress can make falling—and staying—asleep feel impossible. Did you know cannabis may help? In part 3 of our series, menopause expert Dr. Lauren Streicher explains how THC and CBD can reduce night sweats, ease inflammation, and improve sleep quality—without next-day grogginess. Join thousands of women learning how to feel better through science-backed insights, expert advice, and real stories. Thank you to our guests: Dr. Lauren Streicher, Megan Margulies, Kelly Keiser, Patty Pappas, Carrie Mapes, Michelle Courtright This episode covers: Why menopause makes it harder to fall and stay asleep How hot flashes, stress, and joint pain disrupt rest The role of THC and CBD in improving sleep quality How cannabis reduces night sweats and inflammation The difference between cannabis for sleep vs. traditional sleep aids  If you enjoyed this episode, we recommend Episode 278. The Menopause Knowledge Gap: Why Your Doctor Doesn't Talk About It, part 2 Hosted by Ellen Scanlon Sign up for Ellen's newsletter on Substack at https://dothepot.substack.com/ or at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠dothepot.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Thank you for supporting our sponsor! Lazarus Naturals, a trusted and consciously crafted supplier of high quality CBD products.  Use code DOTHEPOT for 20% off Follow on IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@dothepot⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / FB: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@dothepot⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@dothepot⁠⁠⁠

The vagina is a dark and mysterious place. It is the passage by which most of us enter the world. As an adult, it is the place where our sexuality is housed, hopefully, associated with pleasure, but it can also be a place associated with pain, and sometimes trauma.  It is impossible to see the vagina without a speculum since the vagina is completely internal. And it was the invention of the speculum that allowed physicians to help women suffering from gynecologic conditions.  But, there is a dark history to the origins of the speculum exam, and even in recent times there are those that have taken advantage of this very vulnerable moment to harm, not help women.   In this episode, I have a conversation with Dr. Wendy Kline, a Professor at Perdue University who is internationally recognized for her scholarship in the history of medicine, the history of women's health, and the history of childbirth.  She is the author of many books, including her most recent book: Exposed: The Hidden History of the Pelvic Exam.  19th century- The invention of the speculum and how it changed gynecology The 1960s- the age of medical paternalism  2010 when the American College of Physicians said pelvic exams were no longer necessary Today- how predators and abusers have taken advantage of women during gynecologic exams Exposed: The Hidden History of the Pelvic Exam  Dr. Streicher is on SUBSTACK DrStreicher.Substack.com Wendy Kline Ph.D., Dema G. Seelye Chair in the History of Medicine at Purdue University, is internationally recognized for her scholarship in the history of medicine, history of women's health and the history of childbirth. She is the author of four major books: Exposed: The Hidden History of the Pelvic Exam (Polity, June 2024); Coming Home: How Midwives Changed Birth (Oxford University Press, 2019);  Bodies of Knowledge: Sexuality, Reproduction, and Women's Health in the Second Wave (U. of Chicago Press 2010); and Building a Better Race: Gender, Sexuality, and Eugenics from the Turn of the Century to the Baby Boom (U. of California Press, 2001). Lauren Streicher, MD is a clinical professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine, the founding medical director of the Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause, and a Senior Research Fellow of The Kinsey Institute, Indiana University. She is a certified menopause practitioner of The Menopause Society. She is the Medical Director of Community Education and Outreach for Midi Health. Dr. Streicher is the medical correspondent for Chicago's top-rated news program, the WGN Morning News, and has been seen on The Today Show, Good Morning America, The Oprah Winfrey Show, CNN, NPR, Dr. Radio, Nightline, Fox and Friends, The Steve Harvey Show, CBS This Morning, ABC News Now, NBCNightlyNews,20/20, and World News Tonight. She is an expert source for many magazines and serves on the medical advisory board of The Kinsey Institute, Self Magazine, and Prevention Magazine. She writes a regular column for The Ethel by AARP and Prevention Magazine.  DrStreicher.com Instagram @DrStreich Facebook @DrStreicher YouTube @DrStreicherTV LinkedIn @DrStreicher                   Sign up to receive DR. STREICHER'S FREE NEWSLETTER   Books by Lauren Streicher, MD  Slip Sliding Away: Turning Back the Clock on Your Vagina-A gynecologist's guide to eliminating post-menopause dryness and pain   Hot Flash Hell: A Gynecologist's Guide to Turning Down the Heat Sex Rx- Hormones, Health, and Your Best Sex Ever The Essential Guide to Hysterectomy                                      To Find a Menopause Clinician Midi Health   www.Joinmidi.com Midi Health is a telehealth company that provides high-level menopause care and takes insurance in all 50 states. Dr. Streicher is Midi's Medical Director of Education and Community Outreach and is familiar with their medical protocols, which are all regularly updated and set by the top academic menopause experts in the country.  The Menopause Society- Certified Menopause Practitioner List Menopause.org To find a menopause practitioner: https://portal.menopause.org/NAMS/NAMS/Directory/Menopause-Practitioner.aspx Put in your zip code and designate NCMP or CMSP to get a certified menopause practitioner. While all people on this list have passed a competency examination, Dr. Streicher does not vouch for every one of these clinicians. Most are excellent.   Major Medical Centers It also may be helpful to check with major medical centers in your area. Many have menopause clinics or lists of doctors who have an interest and expertise in menopause.    If you are in the Chicago area, the center founded by Dr. Streicher:  The Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause Sexmedmenopause.nm.org      Dr. Streicher's Inside Information podcast is for education and information and is not intended to replace medical advice from your personal healthcare clinician. Dr. Streicher disclaims liability for any medical outcomes that may occur because of applying methods suggested or discussed in this podcast.

Why don't more women talk about menopause—especially with their doctors? In part 2 of our 4-part series, journalist Megan Margulies shares insights from a Harvard study on cannabis and menopause, revealing why many women are turning to THC for relief. We also hear from menopause expert Dr. Lauren Streicher about why doctors are still undertrained in treating menopause and how this knowledge gap impacts women's health. Listen now and please share with the women in your life who it might help!  Thanks to our guests: Megan Margulies, Dr. Lauren Streicher, Patty Pappas, Carrie Mapes and Jackie Cahan This episode covers: Why most doctors aren't trained to talk about menopause What a 2023 Harvard study reveals about cannabis for menopause symptoms The impact of menopause on sleep, mood, and overall health The truth about hormone therapy and why estrogen isn't as scary as you think How to find a doctor who actually understands menopause If you enjoyed this episode, we recommend Episode 277. What Every Woman Needs to Know About Menopause, part 1 Hosted by Ellen Scanlon Sign up for Ellen's newsletter on Substack at https://dothepot.substack.com/ or at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠dothepot.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Thank you for supporting our sponsor! Lazarus Naturals, a trusted and consciously crafted supplier of high quality CBD products.  Use code DOTHEPOT for 20% off Follow on IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@dothepot⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / FB: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@dothepot⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@dothepot⁠⁠⁠

GLP-1 Inhibitors like Ozempic™ and Wegovy™ do a great job at helping folks lose large amounts of weight, but there is emerging evidence that the benefits go well beyond achieving a healthy weight. And then there is the dark side…can they also harm?  In this episode, Dr. Alexandra Sowa, an internist who is certified in obesity medicine, and the author of the just published book The Ozempic Revolution: A Doctor's Proven Plan for Success to Help You Reverse Obesity, End Yo-Yo Dieting, and Protect Yourself from Disease discusses the impact of the GLP-1 inhibitors throughout the body.  How GLP-1 Inhibitors work New drugs on the horizon Benefits beyond weight loss Cardiovascular health Kidney health Brain health Sleep Apnea Liver health Addiction management Cancer Depression? Eye Health Thyroid problems Hair loss Muscle loss Maximizing success Maintenance Compounding pros and cons If any doctor can prescribe a GLP1  The advantage of seeing an obesity specialist Advocating for insurance coverage Dr. Alexandra Sowa Dr. Alexandra Sowa is a dual board-certified physician in internal and obesity medicine and author of the groundbreaking book The Ozempic Revolution. With over a decade of clinical experience, Dr. Sowa has become a leading voice in metabolic health, specializing in GLP-1 medications and their transformative role in tackling obesity and chronic illness.      Lauren Streicher, MD is a clinical professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine, the founding medical director of the Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause, and a Senior Research Fellow of The Kinsey Institute, Indiana University. She is a certified menopause practitioner of The Menopause Society. She is the Medical Director of Community Education and Outreach for Midi Health.  Dr. Streicher is the medical correspondent for Chicago's top-rated news program, the WGN Morning News, and has been seen on The Today Show, Good Morning America, The Oprah Winfrey Show, CNN, NPR, Dr. Radio, Nightline, Fox and Friends, The Steve Harvey Show, CBS This Morning, ABC News Now, NBCNightlyNews,20/20, and World News Tonight. She is an expert source for many magazines and serves on the medical advisory board of The Kinsey Institute, Self Magazine, and Prevention Magazine. She writes a regular column for The Ethel by AARP and Prevention Magazine. Dr. Streicher is on SUBSTACK • Articles • Monthly newsletter • Monthly News Flash Reports on recent research • Monthly Zoom Q and A Webinar • To SUBSCRIBE to Dr. Streicher's Substack DrStreicher.com Instagram @DrStreich Facebook @DrStreicher YouTube @DrStreicherTV LinkedIn @DrStreicher                    Sign up to receive DR. STREICHER'S FREE NEWSLETTER    Books by Lauren Streicher, MD    Slip Sliding Away: Turning Back the Clock on Your Vagina-A gynecologist's guide to eliminating post-menopause dryness and pain    Hot Flash Hell: A Gynecologist's Guide to Turning Down the Heat Sex Rx- Hormones, Health, and Your Best Sex Ever The Essential Guide to Hysterectomy                                      To Find a Menopause Clinician   Midi Health   www.Joinmidi.com Midi Health is a telehealth company that provides high-level menopause care and takes insurance in all 50 states. Dr. Streicher is Midi's Medical Director of Education and Community Outreach and is familiar with their medical protocols, which are all regularly updated and set by the top academic menopause experts in the country.    The Menopause Society- Certified Menopause Practitioner List Menopause.org To find a menopause practitioner: https://portal.menopause.org/NAMS/NAMS/Directory/Menopause-Practitioner.aspx Put in your zip code and designate NCMP or CMSP to get a certified menopause practitioner. While everyone on this list has passed a competency examination, Dr. Streicher does not vouch for every one of these clinicians. Most are excellent.    Major Medical Centers It also may be helpful to check with major medical centers in your area. Many have menopause clinics or lists of doctors who have an interest and expertise in menopause.     If you are in the Chicago area, the center founded by Dr. Streicher:  The Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause Sexmedmenopause.nm.org    Dr. Streicher's Inside Information podcast is for education and information and is not intended to replace medical advice from your personal healthcare clinician. Dr. Streicher disclaims liability for any medical outcomes that may occur because of applying methods suggested or discussed in this podcast.                

What if menopause wasn't something to dread—but a time of possibility? In part one of our 4-part series, we're breaking the silence around menopause, tackling the 30+ symptoms that can start as early as your 30s, and sharing how cannabis is helping women manage sleep, sex, mood, and more. You'll hear from menopause expert Dr. Lauren Streicher and real women sharing what they wish they knew sooner. Plus, tips for how to find a doctor who actually understands menopause. Featuring Dr. Lauren Streicher, Carrie Mapes, Patty Pappas, Joan Irvine, Michelle Courtright This episode covers: When menopause really starts (hint: younger than you think) Why most doctors aren't trained to treat it Expert information about hormone therapy & estrogen How cannabis is helping 1 in 4 women with symptoms Practical tips to help you feel like yourself again If you enjoyed this episode, we recommend Episode 271. Are You Trying Dry January? New Series Exploring Alcohol, Cannabis & Why Women are Drinking Less Hosted by Ellen Scanlon Sign up for Ellen's newsletter on Substack at https://dothepot.substack.com/ or at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠dothepot.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Thanks for supporting our sponsor! Lazarus Naturals - use code DOTHEPOT for 20% off Follow on IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@dothepot⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / FB: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@dothepot⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@dothepot⁠⁠⁠

Hot flashes, the hallmark of menopause are experienced by up to 80% of women. And if you are in your late 40s or early 50s and dressing in layers, carrying a fan, and sweating through your pajamas, chances are, it's menopause. But maybe it's not.  In this episode I run through the list of conditions that have nothing to do with menopause, that can cause women to sweat through the day and night. Dr. Streicher is on SUBSTACK • Articles • Monthly newsletter • Monthly News Flash Reports on recent research • Monthly Zoom Q and A Webinar • To SUBSCRIBE to Dr. Streicher's Substack Lauren Streicher, MD is a clinical professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine, the founding medical director of the Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause, and a Senior Research Fellow of The Kinsey Institute, Indiana University. She is a certified menopause practitioner of The Menopause Society. She is the Medical Director of Community Education and Outreach for Midi Health.  Dr. Streicher is the medical correspondent for Chicago's top-rated news program, the WGN Morning News, and has been seen on The Today Show, Good Morning America, The Oprah Winfrey Show, CNN, NPR, Dr. Radio, Nightline, Fox and Friends, The Steve Harvey Show, CBS This Morning, ABC News Now, NBCNightlyNews,20/20, and World News Tonight. She is an expert source for many magazines and serves on the medical advisory board of The Kinsey Institute, Self Magazine, and Prevention Magazine. She writes a regular column for The Ethel by AARP and Prevention Magazine.  DrStreicher.com Instagram @DrStreich Facebook @DrStreicher YouTube @DrStreicherTV LinkedIn @DrStreicher                   Sign up to receive DR. STREICHER'S FREE NEWSLETTER   Books by Lauren Streicher, MD  Slip Sliding Away: Turning Back the Clock on Your Vagina-A gynecologist's guide to eliminating post-menopause dryness and pain   Hot Flash Hell: A Gynecologist's Guide to Turning Down the Heat Sex Rx- Hormones, Health, and Your Best Sex Ever The Essential Guide to Hysterectomy                                      To Find a Menopause Clinician Midi Health   www.Joinmidi.com Midi Health is a telehealth company that provides high-level menopause care and takes insurance in all 50 states. Dr. Streicher is Midi's Medical Director of Education and Community Outreach and is familiar with their medical protocols, which are all regularly updated and set by the top academic menopause experts in the country.    The Menopause Society- Certified Menopause Practitioner List Menopause.org To find a menopause practitioner: https://portal.menopause.org/NAMS/NAMS/Directory/Menopause-Practitioner.aspx Put in your zip code and designate NCMP or CMSP to get a certified menopause practitioner. While everyone on this list has passed a competency examination, Dr. Streicher does not vouch for every one of these clinicians. Most are excellent.   Major Medical Centers It also may be helpful to check with major medical centers in your area. Many have menopause clinics or lists of doctors who have an interest and expertise in menopause.    If you are in the Chicago area, the center founded by Dr. Streicher:  The Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause Sexmedmenopause.nm.org      Dr. Streicher's Inside Information podcast is for education and information and is not intended to replace medical advice from your personal healthcare clinician. Dr. Streicher disclaims liability for any medical outcomes that may occur because of applying methods suggested or discussed in this podcast.

The 1950s and 60s were a time of medical paternalism in America. The doctor, who was male in 98 percent of cases, decided what was best for his patient and unilaterally made decisions that were rarely, if ever questioned. In 1969 Dr. Marcus Welby was the TV prototype of this godlike paragon, and he spoke decisively and with authority in countless American households, including my own, on a weekly basis. This paternalistic approach to medical care affected both male and female patients but had a more profound impact on women since they regularly required medical intervention due to childbirth and gynecologic issues. This was a time when the likelihood of a hysterectomy was at its peak. Estimates suggest that the annual incidence of hysterectomy in 1935 was 2.4 per 1000 women. By the 1970s, it was 11 women per 1000 .  This episode is a historical perspective examining the rise..and fall of inappropriate hysterectomies that were driven by not just paternalism, but other factors as well.  And if you are looking for a little more history, head over to my substack for my article on Historic Approaches to dealing with uterine prolapse. Dr. Streicher is on SUBSTACK Substack.com/@DrStreicher ·  Articles ·  Monthly newsletter ·  All podcast episodes ·  Monthly News Flash Reports on recent research  ·  Monthly Zoom Q and A Webinar ·  Ability to COMMENT on posts and podcasts ·  To SUBSCRIBE to Dr. Streicher's Substack Lauren Streicher, MD is a clinical professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine, the founding medical director of the Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause, and a Senior Research Fellow of The Kinsey Institute, Indiana University. She is a certified menopause practitioner of The Menopause Society. She is the Medical Director of Community Education and Outreach for Midi Health. Dr. Streicher is the medical correspondent for Chicago's top-rated news program, the WGN Morning News, and has been seen on The Today Show, Good Morning America, The Oprah Winfrey Show, CNN, NPR, Dr. Radio, Nightline, Fox and Friends, The Steve Harvey Show, CBS This Morning, ABC News Now, NBCNightlyNews,20/20, and World News Tonight. She is an expert source for many magazines and serves on the medical advisory board of The Kinsey Institute, Self Magazine, and Prevention Magazine. She writes a regular column for The Ethel by AARP and Prevention Magazine.  DrStreicher.com Instagram @DrStreich Facebook @DrStreicher YouTube @DrStreicherTV LinkedIn @DrStreicher                   Sign up to receive DR. STREICHER'S FREE NEWSLETTER   Books by Lauren Streicher, MD  Slip Sliding Away: Turning Back the Clock on Your Vagina-A gynecologist's guide to eliminating post-menopause dryness and pain   Hot Flash Hell: A Gynecologist's Guide to Turning Down the Heat Sex Rx- Hormones, Health, and Your Best Sex Ever The Essential Guide to Hysterectomy                                      To Find a Menopause Clinician Midi Health   www.Joinmidi.com Midi Health is a telehealth company that provides high-level menopause care and takes insurance in all 50 states. Dr. Streicher is Midi's Medical Director of Education and Community Outreach and is familiar with their medical protocols, which are all regularly updated and set by the top academic menopause experts in the country.    The Menopause Society- Certified Menopause Practitioner List Menopause.org To find a menopause practitioner: https://portal.menopause.org/NAMS/NAMS/Directory/Menopause-Practitioner.aspx Put in your zip code and designate NCMP or CMSP to get a certified menopause practitioner. While all people on this list have passed a competency examination, Dr. Streicher does not vouch for every one of these clinicians. Most are excellent.   Major Medical Centers It also may be helpful to check with major medical centers in your area. Many have menopause clinics or lists of doctors who have an interest and expertise in menopause.    If you are in the Chicago area, the center founded by Dr. Streicher:  The Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause Sexmedmenopause.nm.org        Dr. Streicher's Inside Information podcast is for education and information and is not intended to replace medical advice from your personal healthcare clinician. Dr. Streicher disclaims liability for any medical outcomes that may occur because of applying methods suggested or discussed in this podcast.

Sexual fantasy is at the top of the list when it comes to taboo topics. My guest, Dr. Justin Lehmiller is a social psychologist, an award-winning educator, a prolific researcher, and is the host of The Sex and Psychology podcast. He is also the author of The popular book, Tell Me What You Want_ The Science of Sexual Desire and How it Can Help You Improve Your Sex Life based on his survey of sexual desire in America, including how fantasies change as women age.  The most common sexual fantasy  If people intend or desire to act out their fantasies  How differences in fantasies are predicative based on Gender Sexual Preference Religion Political Party Age Length of relationship WHO people fantasize about WHICH celebrities and politicians appear most commonly in women's fantasies  How fantasy helps relationships and sexual experience                                            Justin Lehmiller PhD Sex and Psychology Podcast: https://www.sexandpsychology.com/podcasts/ Tell Me What You Want book: https://amzn.to/40wGSzl Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justinjlehmiller/ BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/justinlehmiller.bsky.social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/psychologyofsex COME AGAIN- a new podcast from Dr. Streicher, is coming soon! Dr. Streicher is on SUBSTACK Substack.com/@DrStreicher ·  Articles ·  Monthly newsletter ·  All podcast episodes ·  Monthly News Flash Reports on recent research  ·  Monthly Zoom Q and A Webinar ·  Ability to COMMENT on posts and podcasts ·  To SUBSCRIBE to Dr. Streicher's Substack Lauren Streicher, MD is a clinical professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine, and the founding medical director of the Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause and a Senior Research Fellow of The Kinsey Institute, Indiana University. She is a certified menopause practitioner of The Menopause Society. She is the Medical Director of Community Education and Outreach for Midi Health.  Dr. Streicher is the medical correspondent for Chicago's top-rated news program, the WGN Morning News, and has been seen on The Today Show, Good Morning America, The Oprah Winfrey Show, CNN, NPR, Dr. Radio, Nightline, Fox and Friends, The Steve Harvey Show, CBS This Morning, ABC News Now, NBCNightlyNews,20/20, and World News Tonight. She is an expert source for many magazines and serves on the medical advisory board of The Kinsey Institute, Self Magazine, and Prevention Magazine. She writes a regular column for The Ethel by AARP and Prevention Magazine.  DrStreicher.com Instagram @DrStreich Facebook @DrStreicher YouTube @DrStreicherTV LinkedIn @DrStreicher                   Sign up to receive DR. STREICHER'S FREE NEWSLETTER   Books by Lauren Streicher, MD  Slip Sliding Away: Turning Back the Clock on Your Vagina-A gynecologist's guide to eliminating post-menopause dryness and pain   Hot Flash Hell: A Gynecologist's Guide to Turning Down the Heat Sex Rx- Hormones, Health, and Your Best Sex Ever The Essential Guide to Hysterectomy                                      To Find a Menopause Clinician Midi Health   www.Joinmidi.com Midi Health is a telehealth company that provides high-level menopause care and takes insurance in all 50 states. Dr. Streicher is Midi's Medical Director of Education and Community Outreach and is familiar with their medical protocols, which are all regularly updated and set by the top academic menopause experts in the country.    The Menopause Society- Certified Menopause Practitioner List Menopause.org To find a menopause practitioner: https://portal.menopause.org/NAMS/NAMS/Directory/Menopause-Practitioner.aspx Put in your zip code and designate NCMP or CMSP to get a certified menopause practitioner. While all people on this list have passed a competency examination, Dr. Streicher does not vouch for every one of these clinicians. Most are excellent.   Major Medical Centers It also may be helpful to check with major medical centers in your area. Many have menopause clinics or lists of doctors with an interest and expertise in menopause.  If you are in the Chicago area, the center founded by Dr. Streicher:  The Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause Sexmedmenopause.nm.org    Dr. Streicher's Inside Information podcast is for education and information and is not intended to replace medical advice from your personal healthcare clinician. Dr. Streicher disclaims liability for any medical outcomes that may occur because of applying methods suggested or discussed in this podcast.

In episode 301 of the You're Not Broken podcast, Dr. Kelly Casperson discusses 15 things she wishes would change in women's health, focusing on hormonal health, the healthcare system, sexual health, and education. She emphasizes the importance of choice regarding hormone therapy after breast cancer, the need for better sex education, and the challenges posed by the current healthcare system. Dr. Casperson also shares her aspirations for future clinics and the importance of addressing orgasmic inequality and healthcare costs. Takeaways Hormones after breast cancer should be a choice. There is a need for FDA-approved female-dosed testosterone products. Healthcare costs are a significant barrier to accessing care. Sex education in the U.S. is inadequate and needs reform. Orgasmic inequality is prevalent, particularly in heterosexual relationships. Vaginal estrogen is safe and should not carry a cancer warning. Healthcare providers need better work-life balance to prevent burnout. Education is key to improving sexual health and understanding. The healthcare system should prioritize patient care over profits. Future clinics are needed to support women's health and hormonal optimization. [M] Factor Screening in Seattle Jan 29 that Kelly is hosting a Q&A for after the documentary https://hotpausehealth.com/the-m-factor-screening/ So Hot Right Now in Sydney, March 1: https://www.sydneyoperahouse.com/talks-and-ideas/so-hot-right-now Sedona in October: https://www.ascendretreats.com/menopause-and-sexual-health-2025 Mastering Menopause & Beyond 16th & 17th Kelly is hosting a retreat with Dr. Lauren Streicher and Dr. Ellen Gendler in Arizona https://itineraries.duffleandcompass.com/Curious-Interested-Women/1326349104644622166 Order my book "You Are Not Broken: Stop "Should-ing" All Over You Sex Life" Listen to my Tedx Talk: Why we need adult sex ed Take my Adult Sex Ed Master Class: My Website Interested in my sexual health and hormone clinic? Starts 2025. Thanks to our sponsor Midi Women's Health. Designed by midlife experts, delivered by experienced clinicians, covered by insurance. Midi is the first virtual care clinic made exclusively for women 40+. Evidence-based treatments. Personalized midlife care. https://www.joinmidi.com Thanks to our sponsor Sprout Pharmaceuticals. To find out if Addyi is right for you, go to addyi.com/notbroken and use code NOTBROKEN for a $10 telemedicine appointment. See Full Prescribing Information and Medication Guide, including Boxed Warning for severe low blood pressure and fainting in certain settings at addyi.com/pi To learn more about Via vaginal moisturizer from Solv Wellness, visit via4her.com for 30% off your first purchase of any product, automatically applied at checkout. For an additional $5 off, use coupon code DRKELLY5. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our two part conversation with Dr. Lauren Streicher continues today.   On this second half, Dr. Streicher explains the pros and cons of testosterone use for women and when it is appropriate to prescribe it for them.  She discusses the dangers of pellets.  She also offers support and options for women who are having difficulty with sexual pleasure postmenopause.  You don't want to miss this episode! Show Notes/Links: www.hotflashescooltopics.com FOLLOW US ON: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hotflashesandcooltopics/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6ssWfO0qeZYEIs6TzrKBHQ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/657557054765087   Want to Leave a Review for Hot Flashes and Cool Topics? Here's How: For Apple Podcasts on an iPhone or iOS device: Open the Apple Podcast App on your device. Click on the “search” icon Type into the search bar “Hot Flashes and Cool Topics” and click on the show Towards the bottom, look for “Ratings and Reviews” Click on “Write a Review” and leave us your thoughts and comments! For Apple Podcasts on a computer: On the Apple Podcasts website, go to the search bar and type “Hot Flashes and Cool Topics” After clicking on the show, find the “Listen on Apple Podcasts” button and click on it The “Hot Flashes and Cool Topics” podcast should open on the Apple Podcasts application Keep scrolling on the page until you see “Ratings and Reviews” Click on “See All” If you want to give us a five-star rating, hover over the empty stars! If you want to leave your thoughts and comments, click on “Write a Review”!

Many, if not most women and clinicians believe that bioidentical estrogen is always best when it comes to post menopause hormone therapy. This comes from the premise that bio-identical estrogen is completely natural and therefore safer and more effective than other forms of estrogen.  Except that is not necessarily true.    In this myth-busting episode, I discuss: Why words and terms need to have precise meanings The difference between HT, HRT and MHT The three general categories of estrogen     Synthesized      Conjugated     Bioidentical How the term bioidentical came to be Four myths about bioidentical estrogen              Bioidentical estrogen is completely natural               Bioidentical estrogen is safer than other forms of estrogen              Bioidentical estrogen is more effective than other forms of estrogen              Bioidentical estrogen is less likely to cause breast cancer than other forms                of estrogen.  Dr. Streicher is on SUBSTACK DrStreicher.Substack.com Lauren Streicher, MD is a clinical professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine, and the founding medical director of the Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause and a Senior Research Fellow of The Kinsey Institute, Indiana University. She is a certified menopause practitioner of The Menopause Society. She is the Medical Director of Community Education and Outreach for Midi Health.  Dr. Streicher is the medical correspondent for Chicago's top-rated news program, the WGN Morning News, and has been seen on The Today Show, Good Morning America, The Oprah Winfrey Show, CNN, NPR, Dr. Radio, Nightline, Fox and Friends, The Steve Harvey Show, CBS This Morning, ABC News Now, NBCNightlyNews,20/20, and World News Tonight. She is an expert source for many magazines and serves on the medical advisory board of The Kinsey Institute, Self Magazine, and Prevention Magazine. She writes a regular column for The Ethel by AARP and Prevention Magazine.  DrStreicher.com Instagram @DrStreich Facebook @DrStreicher YouTube @DrStreicherTV LinkedIn @DrStreicher                   Sign up to receive Dr. Streicher's FREE NEWSLETTER Books by Lauren Streicher, MD  Slip Sliding Away: Turning Back the Clock on Your Vagina-A gynecologist's guide to eliminating post-menopause dryness and pain   Hot Flash Hell: A Gynecologist's Guide to Turning Down the Heat Sex Rx- Hormones, Health, and Your Best Sex Ever The Essential Guide to Hysterectomy                                      To Find a Menopause Clinician Midi Health   www.Joinmidi.com Midi Health is a telehealth company that provides high-level menopause care and takes insurance in all 50 states. Dr. Streicher is Midi's Medical Director of Education and Community Outreach and is familiar with their medical protocols, which are all regularly updated and set by the top academic menopause experts in the country.  The Menopause Society- Certified Menopause Practitioner List Menopause.org To find a menopause practitioner: https://portal.menopause.org/NAMS/NAMS/Directory/Menopause-Practitioner.aspx Put in your zip code and designate NCMP or CMSP to get a certified menopause practitioner. While all people on this list have passed a competency examination, Dr. Streicher does not vouch for every one of these clinicians. Most are excellent.   Major Medical Centers It also may be helpful to check with major medical centers in your area. Many have menopause clinics or lists of doctors who have an interest and expertise in menopause.    If you are in the Chicago area, the center founded by Dr. Streicher:  The Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause Sexmedmenopause.nm.org    Dr. Streicher's Inside Information podcast is for education and information and is not intended to replace medical advice from your healthcare clinician. Dr. Streicher disclaims liability for any medical outcomes that may occur because of applying methods suggested or discussed in this podcast.

Over 500,000 hysterectomies are performed each year in the U.S.  How does a hysterectomy affect the menopause journey? This week we have a two part episode (Wednesday and Friday) with Dr. Lauren Streicher. Dr. Streicher is a clinical professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine, leading gynecologist and bestselling author.  Dr .Streicher explains the importance of understanding hysterectomies in terms of ovary, uterine and/or cervical removal and how that may affect symptoms of menopause.  We also discuss testosterone and the challenges of orgasms for postmenopausal women. Show Notes/Links: www.hotflashescooltopics.com FOLLOW US ON: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hotflashesandcooltopics/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6ssWfO0qeZYEIs6TzrKBHQ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/657557054765087   Want to Leave a Review for Hot Flashes and Cool Topics? Here's How: For Apple Podcasts on an iPhone or iOS device: Open the Apple Podcast App on your device. Click on the “search” icon Type into the search bar “Hot Flashes and Cool Topics” and click on the show Towards the bottom, look for “Ratings and Reviews” Click on “Write a Review” and leave us your thoughts and comments! For Apple Podcasts on a computer: On the Apple Podcasts website, go to the search bar and type “Hot Flashes and Cool Topics” After clicking on the show, find the “Listen on Apple Podcasts” button and click on it The “Hot Flashes and Cool Topics” podcast should open on the Apple Podcasts application Keep scrolling on the page until you see “Ratings and Reviews” Click on “See All” If you want to give us a five-star rating, hover over the empty stars! If you want to leave your thoughts and comments, click on “Write a Review”!

EPISODE THREE HUNDRED Y'ALL!!! In this episode of the You're Not Broken podcast, Dr. Kelly Casperson celebrates the milestone of 300 episodes by sharing key insights on women's health, including the importance of vaginal estrogen, testosterone, and the realities of menopause. She emphasizes the need for longer patient visits and the significance of understanding the nuances of healthcare. Additionally, she discusses upcoming events and retreats focused on women's health education. Takeaways Vaginal estrogen is safe and effective for postmenopausal women. Testosterone is present in both men and women, and is crucial for health. Short medical visits hinder effective healthcare delivery. Menopause is a natural process, and suffering through it is not necessary. Alcohol consumption is linked to several types of cancer. Osteoporosis can be improved with the right interventions. Estrogen does not inherently cause cancer; it can support health. Regular exercise is essential for overall health and well-being. Understanding the difference between correlation and causation is vital in healthcare. The myth of 'use it or lose it' regarding vaginal health is misleading. [M] Factor Screening in Seattle Jan 29 that Kelly is hosting a Q&A for after the documentary https://hotpausehealth.com/the-m-factor-screening/ So Hot Right Now in Sydney, March 1: https://www.sydneyoperahouse.com/talks-and-ideas/so-hot-right-now Sedona in October: https://www.ascendretreats.com/menopause-and-sexual-health-2025 Mastering Menopause & Beyond 16th & 17th Kelly is hosting a retreat with Dr. Lauren Streicher and Dr. Ellen Gendler in Arizona https://itineraries.duffleandcompass.com/Curious-Interested-Women/1326349104644622166 Order my book "You Are Not Broken: Stop "Should-ing" All Over You Sex Life" Listen to my Tedx Talk: Why we need adult sex ed Take my Adult Sex Ed Master Class: My Website Interested in my sexual health and hormone clinic? Starts 2025. Thanks to our sponsor Midi Women's Health. Designed by midlife experts, delivered by experienced clinicians, covered by insurance. Midi is the first virtual care clinic made exclusively for women 40+. Evidence-based treatments. Personalized midlife care. https://www.joinmidi.com Thanks to our sponsor Sprout Pharmaceuticals. To find out if Addyi is right for you, go to addyi.com/notbroken and use code NOTBROKEN for a $10 telemedicine appointment. See Full Prescribing Information and Medication Guide, including Boxed Warning for severe low blood pressure and fainting in certain settings at addyi.com/pi To learn more about Via vaginal moisturizer from Solv Wellness, visit via4her.com for 30% off your first purchase of any product, automatically applied at checkout. For an additional $5 off, use coupon code DRKELLY5. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Less than 3% of post-menopause women use commercially produced hormone therapy. However, increasing numbers of women dealing with hot flashes, insomnia, painful sex, and loss of libido are using non-FDA-approved hormone pellets. Millions of women have no idea that they are using a form of hormone therapy that is unregulated and associated with side effects such as an enlarged clitoris, and male pattern baldness, as well as an increased risk of hysterectomy. How pellets are different than FDA-approved commercial hormone therapy Why pellets are so popular The problem with pellets Side effects from pellets Irreversible side effects Typical hormone levels when using pellets Why women are more likely to bleed when using pellets Why women are more likely to need a hysterectomy when using pellets                                              Menopause Retreat             with Dr. Streicher, Dr. Kelly Casperson, and Dr. Ellen Gendler!                                       Miraval Resort and Spa- Tucson, Arizona                                                  May 16-19         A unique opportunity to get one-on-one access to nationally recognized            menopause experts while having an exceptional travel experience.                                            For more information Dr. Streicher is on SUBSTACK Substack.com/@DrStreicher ·  Free articles ·  Free monthly newsletter ·  Free podcasts ·  Inside Information-Midlife Menopause and More Podcast Transcripts ·  Monthly News Flash Reports on recent research  ·  Monthly Zoom Q and A Webinar- (May submit questions in advance)  ·  Ability to COMMENT on posts and podcasts ·  ARCHIVES of Inside Info Posts  ·  ARCHIVES of Inside Information-Midlife Menopause and More Podcasts Lauren Streicher, MD is a clinical professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine, and the founding medical director of the Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause and a Senior Research Fellow of The Kinsey Institute, Indiana University. She is a certified menopause practitioner of The Menopause Society. She is the Medical Director of Community Education and Outreach for Midi Health.  Dr. Streicher is the medical correspondent for Chicago's top-rated news program, the WGN Morning News, and has been seen on The Today Show, Good Morning America, The Oprah Winfrey Show, CNN, NPR, Dr. Radio, Nightline, Fox and Friends, The Steve Harvey Show, CBS This Morning, ABC News Now, NBCNightlyNews,20/20, and World News Tonight. She is an expert source for many magazines and serves on the medical advisory board of The Kinsey Institute, Self Magazine, and Prevention Magazine. She writes a regular column for The Ethel by AARP and Prevention Magazine.  DrStreicher.com Instagram @DrStreich Facebook @DrStreicher YouTube @DrStreicherTV LinkedIn @DrStreicher                   Sign up to receive DR. STREICHER'S FREE NEWSLETTER   Books by Lauren Streicher, MD  Slip Sliding Away: Turning Back the Clock on Your Vagina-A gynecologist's guide to eliminating post-menopause dryness and pain   Hot Flash Hell: A Gynecologist's Guide to Turning Down the Heat Sex Rx- Hormones, Health, and Your Best Sex Ever The Essential Guide to Hysterectomy                                      To Find a Menopause Clinician Midi Health   www.Joinmidi.com Midi Health is a telehealth company that provides high-level menopause care and takes insurance in all 50 states. Dr. Streicher is Midi's Medical Director of Education and Community Outreach and is familiar with their medical protocols, which are all regularly updated and set by the top academic menopause experts in the country.    The Menopause Society- Certified Menopause Practitioner List Menopause.org To find a menopause practitioner: https://portal.menopause.org/NAMS/NAMS/Directory/Menopause-Practitioner.aspx Put in your zip code and designate NCMP or CMSP to get a certified menopause practitioner. While all people on this list have passed a competency examination, Dr. Streicher does not vouch for every one of these clinicians. Most are excellent.   Major Medical Centers It also may be helpful to check with major medical centers in your area. Many have menopause clinics or lists of doctors who have an interest and expertise in menopause.    If you are in the Chicago area, the center founded by Dr. Streicher:  The Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause Sexmedmenopause.nm.org        Dr. Streicher's Inside Information podcast is for education and information and is not intended to replace medical advice from your personal healthcare clinician. Dr. Streicher disclaims liability for any medical outcomes that may occur because of applying methods suggested or discussed in this podcast.

Most women don't even think about their urethras, but an estrogen-starved urinary tract can be the culprit when it comes to recurrent urinary tract infections and that persistent “gotta go” feeling.  In this episode I sit down with Dr. Kelly Casperson, a board-certified urologist, a certified Menopause Practitioner of the North American Menopause Society, and the host of the hit podcast You Are Not Broken to discuss the role of estrogen in urinary health including:  ·      How to get rid of URINARY URGENCY ·      How to use a local vaginal estrogen to alleviate many BLADDER SYMPTOMS ·      Why some women are more prone than others to RECURRENT URINARY TRACT INFECTIONS. ·      Simple ACTION STEPS to decrease recurrent urinary tract infections ·      A NEW VACCINE that is on the horizon for women for women who have recurrent infections            Join Dr. Casperson, Dr. Gendler, and I in Arizona on May 16-19                              Miraval Resort and Spa, Tucson Arizona This is a unique opportunity to get one-on-one access to nationally recognized menopause experts while having an exceptional travel experience.  For more information Lauren Streicher, MD is a clinical professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine, and the founding medical director of the Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause and a Senior Research Fellow of The Kinsey Institute, Indiana University. She is a certified menopause practitioner of The Menopause Society. She is the Medical Director of Community Education and Outreach for Midi Health.  Dr. Streicher is the medical correspondent for Chicago's top-rated news program, the WGN Morning News, and has been seen on The Today Show, Good Morning America, The Oprah Winfrey Show, CNN, NPR, Dr. Radio, Nightline, Fox and Friends, The Steve Harvey Show, CBS This Morning, ABC News Now, NBCNightlyNews,20/20, and World News Tonight. She is an expert source for many magazines and serves on the medical advisory board of The Kinsey Institute, Self Magazine, and Prevention Magazine. She writes a regular column for The Ethel by AARP and Prevention Magazine.  DrStreicher.com Instagram @DrStreich Facebook @DrStreicher YouTube @DrStreicherTV LinkedIn @DrStreicher                   Sign up to receive DR. STREICHER'S FREE NEWSLETTER     Books by Lauren Streicher, MD  Slip Sliding Away: Turning Back the Clock on Your Vagina-A gynecologist's guide to eliminating post-menopause dryness and pain   Hot Flash Hell: A Gynecologist's Guide to Turning Down the Heat   Sex Rx- Hormones, Health, and Your Best Sex Ever   The Essential Guide to Hysterectomy                                        To Find a Menopause Clinician Midi Health   www.Joinmidi.com Midi Health is a telehealth company that provides high-level menopause care and takes insurance in all 50 states. Dr. Streicher is Midi's Medical Director of Education and Community Outreach and is familiar with their medical protocols, which are all regularly updated and set by the top academic menopause experts in the country.    The Menopause Society- Certified Menopause Practitioner List Menopause.org To find a menopause practitioner: https://portal.menopause.org/NAMS/NAMS/Directory/Menopause-Practitioner.aspx Put in your zip code and designate NCMP or CMSP to get a certified menopause practitioner. While all people on this list have passed a competency examination, Dr. Streicher does not vouch for every one of these clinicians. Most are excellent.   Major Medical Centers It also may be helpful to check with major medical centers in your area. Many have menopause clinics or lists of doctors who have an interest and expertise in menopause.    If you are in the Chicago area, the center founded by Dr. Streicher:  The Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause Sexmedmenopause.nm.org      Dr. Streicher's Inside Information podcast is for education and information and is not intended to replace medical advice from your personal healthcare clinician. Dr. Streicher disclaims liability for any medical outcomes that may occur because of applying methods suggested or discussed in this podcast.

30% of women over the age of 50 are single. 50% of women over age 65 are single.  Too often the whole dating process is overwhelming, frustrating, and unsuccessful. Enter Bela Gandhi- the nationally known dating coach who regularly appears on Good Morning America and hosts a hit podcast, “The Smart Dating Academy.” So whether you need to fix your picker, find the whole idea of dating daunting or are not finding success when it comes to companionship and love, Bela's got your back. And if you are not on the hunt, you know someone who is!  After you listen to this episode, head on over to Substack.com/@DrStreicher for my post on avoiding a sexually transmitted infection!   On this episode:  ·      Is it ever too late to find love? ·      What's BETTER about dating over 50? ·      WHAT is the biggest MISTAKE midlife women make when it comes to dating? ·      If women need to resign themselves to dating OLDER men ·      TIPS for ON-LINE dating ·      What if someone doesn't want to go online?  ·      RED-FLAGS you need to know ·      What about women seeking women? Do you advise the same things? ·      When it comes to dating WIDOWERS, what's your advice?  ·      How about the DIVORCED guys?  ·      How long someone should wait before GETTING NAKED? ·      How much PAST HISTORY should be shared?  Bela Gandhi  Website:    www.smartdatingacademy.com Podcast:  Podcast - Smart Dating Academy Instagram:  Instagram  Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/smartdatingacademy Watch: TED Talk - The Secret to Lasting Love! Lauren Streicher, MD is a clinical professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine, and the founding medical director of the Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause and a Senior Research Fellow of The Kinsey Institute, Indiana University. She is a certified menopause practitioner of The Menopause Society. She is the Medical Director of Community Education and Outreach for Midi Health.  Dr. Streicher is the medical correspondent for Chicago's top-rated news program, the WGN Morning News, and has been seen on The Today Show, Good Morning America, The Oprah Winfrey Show, CNN, NPR, Dr. Radio, Nightline, Fox and Friends, The Steve Harvey Show, CBS This Morning, ABC News Now, NBCNightlyNews,20/20, and World News Tonight. She is an expert source for many magazines and serves on the medical advisory board of The Kinsey Institute, Self Magazine, and Prevention Magazine. She writes a regular column for The Ethel by AARP and Prevention Magazine.  Substack/cm/@DrStreicher  DrStreicher.com Instagram @DrStreich Facebook @DrStreicher YouTube @DrStreicherTV LinkedIn @DrStreicher                   Sign up to receive DR. STREICHER'S FREE NEWSLETTER   Books by Lauren Streicher, MD  Slip Sliding Away: Turning Back the Clock on Your Vagina-A gynecologist's guide to eliminating post-menopause dryness and pain   Hot Flash Hell: A Gynecologist's Guide to Turning Down the Heat Sex Rx- Hormones, Health, and Your Best Sex Ever The Essential Guide to Hysterectomy                                      To Find a Menopause Clinician Midi Health   www.Joinmidi.com Midi Health is a telehealth company that provides high-level menopause care and takes insurance in all 50 states. Dr. Streicher is Midi's Medical Director of Education and Community Outreach and is familiar with their medical protocols, which are all regularly updated and set by the top academic menopause experts in the country.    The Menopause Society- Certified Menopause Practitioner List Menopause.org To find a menopause practitioner: https://portal.menopause.org/NAMS/NAMS/Directory/Menopause-Practitioner.aspx Put in your zip code and designate NCMP or CMSP to get a certified menopause practitioner. While all people on this list have passed a competency examination, Dr. Streicher does not vouch for every one of these clinicians. Most are excellent.   Major Medical Centers It also may be helpful to check with major medical centers in your area. Many have menopause clinics or lists of doctors who have an interest and expertise in menopause.    If you are in the Chicago area, the center founded by Dr. Streicher:  The Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause Sexmedmenopause.nm.org        Dr. Streicher's Inside Information podcast is not intended to replace medical advice and should be used to supplement, not replace, care by your personal healthcare clinician. Dr. Streicher disclaims liability for any medical outcomes that may occur because of applying methods suggested or discussed in this podcast.

Celebrating Five Years of the 'You Are Not Broken' Podcast Happy New Year! This week, as we step into 2024, I'm reflecting on the incredible journey of the podcast and the amazing guests who've joined me along the way. Five years ago, on January 1, 2020, I launched the very first episode of You Are Not Broken. At the time, Instagram wasn't even part of the equation for me and now I just hit 200K, I hadn't published a book, hadn't done a TEDX talk and the term "menopause expert" wasn't something that I was. Looking back, I can confidently say: that first episode was pretty good! Thank you to all of the sponsors, prescribers, everyone who supports ISSWSH and treats women for sexual health issues. I just did a course about sexual health and prescribing testosterone with Dr. Heather Hirsch's academy. In honor of this milestone, let's revisit some of the highlights and wisdom shared by the brilliant minds who've graced the podcast. 1.My very first episode - short, sweet and mission driven, this is how it all started. 2. Dr. Mary Claire Haver – April 2023 episode 208 Long before “the new menopause” and the buzz around medications like Ozempic, Dr. Haver was here dropping timeless advice. 3. Dr. Sari Van Anders and the Science of Desire – march 2022 – Epiosde 147 Dr. Van Anders insights reshaped how we think about desire. Her research challenged the heteronormative theory of low desire in women partnered with men, emphasizing that desire is far more complex than we often assume. She explained how sexual thoughts and behaviors can influence our hormones, showing that thinking sexy thoughts can actually increase testosterone levels. This idea—that our minds and bodies are deeply connected—has inspired so many listeners to explore what turns them on and why. 4. Dr. Avrum Bluming and the Hormone Window – Epiosde 222 July 2023 Dr. Bluming joined me to discuss the "10-year window" and the incredible "window of opportunity" when it comes to hormone therapy. We now know that the main risk associated with oral estrogen is clotting in veins, which is why transdermal (TD) estrogen is the preferred option. He reminded us of the critical role hormones play in bone health, as hip fractures kill as many people each year as breast cancer. 5. The Lancet Rebuttal: Are We Overtreating Menopause? – April 2024, #259 This powerful panel discussion featured Dr. Lauren Streicher, Dr. Aoife O'Sullivan, Dr. Heather Quaile, Dr. Heidi Flagg, and Dr. Mary Claire Haver. Together, we explored whether menopause is being overtreated in 2024. Spoiler: the answer is no. 6. Dr. Marty Klein and the Complexities of Fantasy episode 169 – July 2022 Dr. Klein's book, His Porn, Her Pain, sparked a fascinating conversation about the nature of fantasy. His insights challenged us to think deeply about what fantasy means for us as individuals and how it shapes our relationships. As we celebrate five years, I want to thank everyone who listens, shares, and prescribes for women. Your support fuels this mission to empower and educate. Here's to another year of breaking myths, sharing stories, and embracing the science of living our best lives. Happy New Year, Dr. Kelly Casperson Thanks to our sponsor Midi Women's Health. Designed by midlife experts, delivered by experienced clinicians, covered by insurance. Midi is the first virtual care clinic made exclusively for women 40+. Evidence-based treatments. Personalized midlife care. https://www.joinmidi.com To learn more about Via vaginal moisturizer from Solv Wellness, visit via4her.com for 30% off your first purchase of any product, automatically applied at checkout. For an additional $5 off, use coupon code DRKELLY5. Order my book "You Are Not Broken: Stop "Should-ing" All Over You Sex Life" Listen to my Tedx Talk: Why we need adult sex ed Take my Adult Sex Ed Master Class: Interested in my sexual health and hormone clinic? Starts January 2025. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As 2024 ends, I decided to revisit the top episodes from last year. If I were to go by my favorites, choosing would be impossible. According to the number of downloads,  the two top contenders are Top Tips for Skin and Hair with Dr. Ellen Gendler and Musculoskeletal Syndrome of Menopause with Dr. Vonda Wright.  I am going to update Dr. Gendler's episode in a few weeks.  In this episode I am going to revisit Musculoskeletal Syndrome of Menopause with Dr. Vonda Wright. Dr. Vonda Wright, an orthopedic surgeon has made it her mission to raise awareness about the musculoskeletal changes that occur because of menopause, and how a lack of estrogen sabotages the ability to be active. And that lack of activity not only impacts bone health and cardiovascular health but also cognitive function.   At the end, is an update on what has happened since I recorded that episode.  In this episode:  ·      The six symptoms of musculoskeletal syndrome of menopause ·      The relationship between GSM and dementia ·      Why frozen shoulder is the number one complaint ·      The relationship of menopause to osteoarthritis ·      The impact of mobility on cognitive function ·      The impact of menopause on frailty ·      The impact of testosterone on musculoskeletal syndrome of menopause ·      Exercise and cancer risk reduction ·      How heavy your weights should be to increase muscle power  Dr. Wright's publication Wright VJ, et al.  The musculoskeletal syndrome of menopause. Climacteric. 2024 Oct;27(5):466-472. Dr. Vonda Wright Podcast: Hot for Your Health  Instagram: @DrVondaWright For more information on this topic:  Substack.com/@DrStreicher Episode 59 - Boning Up on Bones: Part 1 with Dr. Kristi Tough DeSapri (Risk Factors for Osteoporosis, and Screening) Episode 61 Boning Up on Bones: Part 2 with Dr. Kristi Tough DeSapri (Prevention and Treatment)  Episode 67- How Long Can you Safely Take Hormone Therapy? Episode 85 Estrogen and Alzheimer's Disease Episode  111 Bone Up with Hormone Therapy with Dr. DeSapri Episode 123 Hormone Therapy After Age 60 with Dr. James Simon Hot Flash Hell: A Gynecologist's Guide to Turning Down the Heat Dr. Streicher's Inside Information podcast is not intended to replace medical advice and should be used to supplement, not replace, care by your personal healthcare clinician. Dr. Streicher disclaims liability for any medical outcomes that may occur because of applying methods suggested or discussed in this podcast. Lauren Streicher, MD is a clinical professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine, and the founding medical director of the Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause. She is a certified menopause practitioner of the North American Menopause Society.  Sign up to receive DR. STREICHER'S FREE NEWSLETTER Dr. Streicher is the medical correspondent for Chicago's top-rated news program, the WGN Morning News, and has been seen on The Today Show, Good Morning America, The Oprah Winfrey Show, CNN, NPR, Dr. Radio, Nightline, Fox and Friends, The Steve Harvey Show, CBS This Morning, ABC News Now, NBCNightlyNews,20/20, and World News Tonight. She is an expert source for many magazines and serves on the medical advisory board of The Kinsey Institute, Self Magazine, and Prevention Magazine. She writes a regular column for The Ethel by AARP and Prevention Magazine.  Subscribe and Follow Dr. Streicher on  DrStreicher.com Instagram       @DrStreich Facebook         @DrStreicher YouTube          DrStreicherTV Books by Lauren Streicher, MD  Slip Sliding Away: Turning Back the Clock on Your Vagina-A gynecologist's guide to eliminating post-menopause dryness and pain Hot Flash Hell: A Gynecologist's Guide to Turning Down the Heat Sex Rx- Hormones, Health, and Your Best Sex Ever The Essential Guide to Hysterectomy

If you haven't finished your holiday shopping yet, I've got you covered.  In this episode, I have great gift ideas that also happen to be healthy. There were two criteria to make it to this list. One, it had to be something I already own or would like to own. Second, there had to be a scientifically proven health benefit to using these items. And if you have already finished your shopping, these are great gifts to buy for yourself.  For a transcript of this episode, including video demonstrations, go to Substack.com/@DrStreicher ·      Mocktail Book ·      Silk Sleep Mask ·      Resistance Bands ·      Foldable Bike Helmut ·      Walking Pad ·      Elixer Play Amathyst Vibrator ·      Crave ·      Lube Warmer Lauren Streicher, MD is a clinical professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine, the founding medical director of the Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause, and a Senior Research Fellow of The Kinsey Institute, Indiana University. She is a certified menopause practitioner of The Menopause Society. She is the Medical Director of Community Education and Outreach for Midi Health.  Dr. Streicher is the medical correspondent for Chicago's top-rated news program, the WGN Morning News, and has been seen on The Today Show, Good Morning America, The Oprah Winfrey Show, CNN, NPR, Dr. Radio, Nightline, Fox and Friends, The Steve Harvey Show, CBS This Morning, ABC News Now, NBCNightlyNews,20/20, and World News Tonight. She is an expert source for many magazines and serves on the medical advisory board of The Kinsey Institute, Self Magazine, and Prevention Magazine. She writes a regular column for The Ethel by AARP and Prevention Magazine.  DrStreicher.com Instagram @DrStreich Facebook @DrStreicher YouTube @DrStreicherTV LinkedIn @DrStreicher                   Sign up to receive DR. STREICHER'S FREE NEWSLETTER   Books by Lauren Streicher, MD  Slip Sliding Away: Turning Back the Clock on Your Vagina-A gynecologist's guide to eliminating post-menopause dryness and pain   Hot Flash Hell: A Gynecologist's Guide to Turning Down the Heat Sex Rx- Hormones, Health, and Your Best Sex Ever The Essential Guide to Hysterectomy                                      To Find a Menopause Clinician Midi Health   www.Joinmidi.com Midi Health is a telehealth company that provides high-level menopause care and takes insurance in all 50 states. Dr. Streicher is Midi's Medical Director of Education and Community Outreach and is familiar with their medical protocols, which are all regularly updated and set by the top academic menopause experts in the country.    The Menopause Society- Certified Menopause Practitioner List Menopause.org To find a menopause practitioner: https://portal.menopause.org/NAMS/NAMS/Directory/Menopause-Practitioner.aspx Put in your zip code and designate NCMP or CMSP to get a certified menopause practitioner. While all people on this list have passed a competency examination, Dr. Streicher does not vouch for every one of these clinicians. Most are excellent.   Major Medical Centers It also may be helpful to check with major medical centers in your area. Many have menopause clinics or lists of doctors who have an interest and expertise in menopause.    If you are in the Chicago area, the center founded by Dr. Streicher:  The Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause Sexmedmenopause.nm.org        Dr. Streicher's Inside Information podcast is for education and information and is not intended to replace medical advice from your personal healthcare clinician. Dr. Streicher disclaims liability for any medical outcomes that may occur because of applying methods suggested or discussed in this podcast.

An “MD” after the name is no assurance that the person to whom you are about to bare your soul—and your vagina—is an expert when it comes to menopause.  In this episode, I am going to walk you through the steps to find someone you can trust to fix your flashes, foggy brain, and failing sex life. Head over to Substack.com/@DrStreicher for a transcript of the episode, and bonus!  I posted an article with specific questions to ask during a menopause consultation (and answers you might get) that will let you know if you can trust this person to help you manage your menopause.  If Your Doctor Doesn't Have a Vagina Specialists that may be menopause expertise Advanced practice nurses and physician assistants Why most doctors know very little about menopause What letters mean after a doctor's name The difference between a license and board certification What it takes to maintain board certification What it means to be “double boarded”  Why Anti-Aging is not a recognized board certification What academic titles such as “Professor” indicate How I became a menopause expert What it means to be a Menopause Society Certified Practitioner Checking out publications Physician Referral services The problem with consumer referral sites Red flags to look for on doctor websites If you should educate your own doctor If concierge doctors are worth it Telehealth- and what to look for Go to substack.com/@drstreicher  for my list of specific questions to ask   (and potential answers you might get ) that are pretty good indications that the person you are seeing is an actual expert.  Links To verify that a physician is licensed Federation of State Medical Boards website  fsmb.org To verify that a physician is board certified ABMS.org is the site where you can check out whether a physician is board-certified and find out what he or she is certified in.  To find a certified menopause practitioner www.menopause.org. To see if your physician has published any scientific articles NIH National Library of Science- Pubmed https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/ Midi Health   www.Joinmidi.com Midi Health is a telehealth company that provides high-level menopause care and takes insurance in all 50 states. Dr. Streicher is Midi's Medical Director of Education and Community Outreach and is familiar with their medical protocols, which are all regularly updated and set by the top academic menopause experts in the country.  Major Medical Centers It also may be helpful to check with major medical centers in your area. Many have menopause clinics or lists of doctors who have an interest and expertise in menopause.  The Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause Sexmedmenopause.nm.org   Lauren Streicher, MD is a clinical professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine, and the founding medical director of the Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause and a Senior Research Fellow of The Kinsey Institute, Indiana University. She is a certified menopause practitioner of The Menopause Society. She is the Medical Director of Community Education and Outreach for Midi Health.  Dr. Streicher is the medical correspondent for Chicago's top-rated news program, the WGN Morning News, and has been seen on The Today Show, Good Morning America, The Oprah Winfrey Show, CNN, NPR, Dr. Radio, Nightline, Fox and Friends, The Steve Harvey Show, CBS This Morning, ABC News Now, NBCNightlyNews,20/20, and World News Tonight. She is an expert source for many magazines and serves on the medical advisory board of The Kinsey Institute, Self Magazine, and Prevention Magazine. She writes a regular column for The Ethel by AARP and Prevention Magazine.  Substack/cm/@DrStreicher  DrStreicher.com Instagram @DrStreich Facebook @DrStreicher YouTube @DrStreicherTV LinkedIn @DrStreicher                   Sign up to receive DR. STREICHER'S FREE NEWSLETTER   Books by Lauren Streicher, MD  Slip Sliding Away: Turning Back the Clock on Your Vagina-A gynecologist's guide to eliminating post-menopause dryness and pain   Hot Flash Hell: A Gynecologist's Guide to Turning Down the Heat Sex Rx- Hormones, Health, and Your Best Sex Ever The Essential Guide to Hysterectomy  Dr. Streicher's Inside Information podcast is not intended to replace medical advice and should be used to supplement, not replace, care by your personal healthcare clinician. Dr. Streicher disclaims liability for any medical outcomes that may occur because of applying methods suggested or discussed in this podcast.

Uncover the secrets to female pleasure with our rewind to one of our popular episodes! Join us as we welcome renowned OB-GYN and Amazon best-selling author, Dr. Lauren Streicher, who specializes in menopause and sexual health. Explore the intricacies of the female anatomy and gain insight into how to enhance intimacy in bed. Discover the key to better orgasms and the importance of lubricants, and become a more informed and confident partner. Listen to the new episode now for free on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and YouTube.

If you would like to read a transcript of this episode along with some additional information, head on over to my substack- substack.com/@DrStreicher Chances are you have heard at least one expert say that systemic hormone therapy will prevent heart disease. But you also may have heard other experts say, No- if you don't have hot flashes or low bone mass, it is not recommended to take hormone therapy to prevent heart disease down the road. So, who is right? Why is this controversial?  Isn't the data, the data?  In this episode, I explain why experts are not all on the same page when it comes to the long-term cardiovascular benefits of hormone therapy.  ·      The Difference between a Randomized Controlled Trial and an Observational Trial ·      Why the WHI was an excellent study- and why it was problematic ·      What we learned From the WHI about Hormones and Cardiovascular Health ·      The Study of Women Across the Nation (SWAN)  ·      What we learned From the SWAN about Hormones and Cardiovascular Health ·      What we learned From the SWAN about Hormone therapy and Cardiovascular Risk ·      What we learned From the SWAN about Hormone therapy and Risk of Cardiovascular Disease ·      If hormone therapy should be prescribed for primary prevention of cardiovascular disease-  the view of the two opposing sides  Lauren Streicher, MD is a clinical professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine, and the founding medical director of the Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause and a Senior Research Fellow of The Kinsey Institute, Indiana University. She is a certified menopause practitioner of The Menopause Society. She is the Medical Director of Community Education and Outreach for Midi Health.  Dr. Streicher is the medical correspondent for Chicago's top-rated news program, the WGN Morning News, and has been seen on The Today Show, Good Morning America, The Oprah Winfrey Show, CNN, NPR, Dr. Radio, Nightline, Fox and Friends, The Steve Harvey Show, CBS This Morning, ABC News Now, NBCNightlyNews,20/20, and World News Tonight. She is an expert source for many magazines and serves on the medical advisory board of The Kinsey Institute, Self Magazine, and Prevention Magazine. She writes a regular column for The Ethel by AARP and Prevention Magazine.  Substack/cm/@DrStreicher  DrStreicher.com Instagram @DrStreich Facebook @DrStreicher YouTube @DrStreicherTV LinkedIn @DrStreicher                   Sign up to receive DR. STREICHER'S FREE NEWSLETTER   Books by Lauren Streicher, MD  Slip Sliding Away: Turning Back the Clock on Your Vagina-A gynecologist's guide to eliminating post-menopause dryness and pain   Hot Flash Hell: A Gynecologist's Guide to Turning Down the Heat Sex Rx- Hormones, Health, and Your Best Sex Ever The Essential Guide to Hysterectomy                                      To Find a Menopause Clinician Midi Health   www.Joinmidi.com Midi Health is a telehealth company that provides high-level menopause care and takes insurance in all 50 states. Dr. Streicher is Midi's Medical Director of Education and Community Outreach and is familiar with their medical protocols, which are all regularly updated and set by the top academic menopause experts in the country.      The Menopause Society- Certified Menopause Practitioner List Menopause.org To find a menopause practitioner: https://portal.menopause.org/NAMS/NAMS/Directory/Menopause-Practitioner.aspx Put in your zip code and designate NCMP or CMSP to get a certified menopause practitioner. While all people on this list have passed a competency examination, Dr. Streicher does not vouch for every one of these clinicians. Most are excellent.     Major Medical Centers It also may be helpful to check with major medical centers in your area. Many have menopause clinics or lists of doctors who have an interest and expertise in menopause.      If you are in the Chicago area, the center founded by Dr. Streicher:  The Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause Sexmedmenopause.nm.org        Dr. Streicher's Inside Information podcast is not intended to replace medical advice and should be used to supplement, not replace, care by your personal healthcare clinician. Dr. Streicher disclaims liability for any medical outcomes that may occur because of applying methods suggested or discussed in this podcast.

In this special December episode, hosts Dr. Kevin Chu and Dr. Justin Dubin revisit four of their favorite episodes, chosen based on listener feedback and their own favorites. The episodes featured this month include "Masturbation Myths" with Dr. Ashley Winter, "Becoming Cliterate" with Dr. Lauren Streicher, "She Comes First" with Dr. Kelly Casperson, and "Sex Toys Are Us" with the Shameless Sex Podcast girls. The hosts reflect on the past three years of podcasting and emphasize the importance of sexual education for men, highlighting how this knowledge can help them become better partners. Listeners can expect a fun and informative month filled with engaging discussions that encourage communication and understanding in the bedroom. Tune in now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon, and YouTube!

The only thing predictable about perimenopause is that it is …unpredictable. My guest today is Dr. Steven Goldstein, a tenured professor at NYU's Grossman School of Medicine, the past President of the International Menopause Society, Past President of The Menopause Society, and one of the WORLD'S  top experts on the science of perimenopause.   The problem with the standard definition of menopause.  Why bleeding and having a period is not the same thing Why perimenopausal women bleed erratically Why anxiety and other symptoms occur during  How to interrupt FSH and estradiol blood levels The best treatment for perimenopause Why birth control pills work so well during perimenopause Myths about birth control pills  The concept of “suppression and substitution” How long perimenopause lasts What triggers perimenopause Why fibroids often grow during perimenopause How to know if symptoms are perimenopause hormonal fluctuations or something else How long someone can stay on a birth control pill When the 12-month rule doesn't hold When perimenopause and menopause hit before the age of 40.  When perimenopause hits before 40 why it needs to be treated Options if someone can't take birth control pills  When you can ignore irregular bleeding and when it needs to be evaluated What Black women need to know about perimenopause bleeding The likelihood of cancer if there is a uterine polyp and you are not bleeding Link to John Rock's Error Article Lauren Streicher, MD is a clinical professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine, and the founding medical director of the Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause and a Senior Research Fellow of The Kinsey Institute, Indiana University. She is a certified menopause practitioner of The Menopause Society. She is the Medical Director of Community Education and Outreach for Midi Health.  Dr. Streicher is the medical correspondent for Chicago's top-rated news program, the WGN Morning News, and has been seen on The Today Show, Good Morning America, The Oprah Winfrey Show, CNN, NPR, Dr. Radio, Nightline, Fox and Friends, The Steve Harvey Show, CBS This Morning, ABC News Now, NBCNightlyNews,20/20, and World News Tonight. She is an expert source for many magazines and serves on the medical advisory board of The Kinsey Institute, Self Magazine, and Prevention Magazine. She writes a regular column for The Ethel by AARP and Prevention Magazine.  Substack.com/@DrStreicherDrStreicher.com Instagram @DrStreich Facebook @DrStreicher YouTube @DrStreicherTV LinkedIn @DrStreicher                   Sign up to receive DR. STREICHER'S FREE NEWSLETTER   Books by Lauren Streicher, MD  Slip Sliding Away: Turning Back the Clock on Your Vagina-A gynecologist's guide to eliminating post-menopause dryness and pain Hot Flash Hell: A Gynecologist's Guide to Turning Down the Heat Sex Rx- Hormones, Health, and Your Best Sex Ever The Essential Guide to Hysterectomy                                      To Find a Menopause Clinician Midi Health   www.Joinmidi.com Midi Health is a telehealth company that provides high-level menopause care and takes insurance in all 50 states. Dr. Streicher is Midi's Medical Director of Education and Community Outreach and is familiar with their medical protocols, which are all regularly updated and set by the top academic menopause experts in the country.  The Menopause Society- Certified Menopause Practitioner List Menopause.org To find a menopause practitioner: https://portal.menopause.org/NAMS/NAMS/Directory/Menopause-Practitioner.aspx Put in your zip code and designate NCMP or CMSP to get a certified menopause practitioner. While all people on this list have passed a competency examination, Dr. Streicher does not vouch for every one of these clinicians. Most are excellent.   Major Medical Centers It also may be helpful to check with major medical centers in your area. Many have menopause clinics or lists of doctors who have an interest and expertise in menopause.  If you are in the Chicago area, the center founded by Dr. Streicher:  The Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause Sexmedmenopause.nm.org    Dr. Streicher's Inside Information podcast is not intended to replace medical advice and should be used to supplement, not replace, care by your personal healthcare clinician. Dr. Streicher disclaims liability for any medical outcomes that may occur because of applying methods suggested or discussed in this podcast.

On this episode, Dr. Sadaf is joined by the prolific Dr. Lauren Streicher to discuss everything you need to know about sex, menopause, hormones, and everything in between! As a renowned gynecologist and author, Dr. Streicher shares her expertise to dive into what "turning back the clock on your vagina" means and why women do not need to accept discomfort or a decline in sexual satisfaction during menopause. in addition to advice about navigating menopause, you will learn about common concerns women have during this time, such as genital urinary syndrome of menopause and achieving orgasm. This one is chalk full of pearls of wisdom, valuable insight, and so much more. Enjoy!Disclaimer: Anything discussed on the show should not be taken as official medical advice. If you have any concerns about your health, please speak to your medical provider. If you have any questions about your religion, please ask your friendly neighborhood religious leader. It's the Muslim Sex Podcast because I just happen to be a Muslim woman who talks about sex.To learn more about Dr. Sadaf's practice and to become a patient visit DrSadaf.comLike and subscribe to our YouTube channel where you can watch all episodes of the podcast!Feel free to leave a review on Apple Podcasts and share the show!Follow us on Social Media...Instagram: DrSadafobgynTikTok: DrSadafobgyn

Men have always had the clear advantage of being able to inspect their genitals with very little effort on their part. Women's genitals are not quite as accessible, resulting in a lot more uncertainty about what's normal and what's not. No wonder women are frequently blindsided by not only the physical changes that occur with the onset of menopause but also symptoms like dryness, painful sex, itching, recurrent urinary tract infections, and that constant “gotta go” feeling!  Why the term VAGINAL ATROPHY is problematic GENITOURINARY SYNDROME OF MENOPAUSE- What it is and what it means The PHYSICAL CHANGES that result from a lack of estrogen The genital and urinary SYMPTOMS that women experience because of LACK of ESTROGEN Options to Treat GSM Lubricants  Long-Lasting Moisturizers  Local Vaginal Estrogen  DHEA  Ospemifen                                         Dr. Streicher is now on Substack!                 A transcript of this episode with related videos, podcasts, and graphics can                                     be found on  Dr. Streicher's FREE Substack                                    https://substack.com/@DrStreicher                                                    Replens™ Brand                  Thank you to Replens™ Brand for Sponsoring This Episode                                          Follow Replens on Instagram                              For more information on Replens Products Related Episodes: Episode 4: Is Your Lubricant Helping or Hurting Your Vagina? Episode 5: Vaginal Estrogen- Rings, Creams, and Other Things  Episode 27:  Using Vaginal Estrogen but Sex Still Hurts Like Hell  Episode 44 A Deep Dive into RECURRENT UTI Episode 63 DHEA-An Estrogen Alternative for Vaginal Dryness  Episode 74 Ospemifene- A Pill a Day to Keep Dryness Away                   Sign up to receive DR. STREICHER'S FREE NEWSLETTER   Books by Lauren Streicher, MD  Slip Sliding Away: Turning Back the Clock on Your Vagina-A gynecologist's guide to eliminating post-menopause dryness and pain Hot Flash Hell: A Gynecologist's Guide to Turning Down the Heat Sex Rx- Hormones, Health, and Your Best Sex Ever The Essential Guide to Hysterectomy                                      To Find a Menopause Clinician Midi Health   www.Joinmidi.com Midi Health is a telehealth company that provides high-level menopause care and takes insurance in all 50 states. Dr. Streicher is Midi's Medical Director of Education and Community Outreach and is familiar with their medical protocols, which are all regularly updated and set by the top academic menopause experts in the country.  The Menopause Society- Certified Menopause Practitioner List Menopause.org To find a menopause practitioner: https://portal.menopause.org/NAMS/NAMS/Directory/Menopause-Practitioner.aspx Put in your zip code and designate NCMP or CMSP to get a certified menopause practitioner.  While all people on this list have passed a competency examination, Dr. Streicher does not vouch for every one of these clinicians. Most are excellent.   Major Medical Centers It also may be helpful to check with major medical centers in your area. Many have menopause clinics or lists of doctors who have an interest and expertise in menopause.  If you are in the Chicago area, the center founded by Dr. Streicher:  The Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause Sexmedmenopause.nm.org    Dr. Streicher's Inside Information podcast is not intended to replace medical advice and should be used to supplement, not replace, care by your personal healthcare clinician. Dr. Streicher disclaims liability for any medical outcomes that may occur because of applying methods suggested or discussed in this podcast.

Studies reveal that 70% of women experience a sense of being overlooked socially and professionally once they hit 50. The term for this phenomenon is Invisible Woman Syndrome. In this episode, I am joined by Christine Morrison, who writes about the social constructs in the fashion, beauty and wellness industry that inform the way society views women, and the way women often feel about themselves as they get older. Christine Morrison's writing has appeared in print and online vehicles such as The Washington Post, The Boston Globe, The Quality Edit and Margot Magazine, among others, and in advertising campaigns for Alastin Skincare, French Connection, Juicy Couture and more. Prior to focusing on writing full-time, Morrison held leadership positions in the fashion and beauty industries, including serving as Global Vice President of Beauty and Apparel Marketing for Calvin Klein.  Her forthcoming book, “Clothes Minded: Fashionable Essays About Finding Yourself,” – in which she reflects on the meaning behind, and the humor in, the relationship between her sartorial self and formation of identity – is slated to publish Spring, 2026. This episode will change the way you think about aging   For information about my upcoming retreat with Dr. Ellen Gendler: Information About the Mastering Menopause Retreat                                                Christine Morrison                                          Writing In Black and White                           https://www.writinginblackandwhite.com/                          https://writinginblackandwhite.substack.com/             Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/writinginblackandwhite/                                                           SUBSTACK Lauren Streicher MD: Inside Information https://substack.com/@DrStreicher Christine Morrison -Writing in Black and White https://writinginblackandwhite.substack.com/ Lorraine Devon Wilk: Musings of a Creative Loudmouth https://substack.com/@lorrainedevonwilke                  Sign up to receive DR. STREICHER'S FREE NEWSLETTER Lauren Streicher, MD is a clinical professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine, the founding medical director of the Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause, and a Senior Research Fellow of The Kinsey Institute, Indiana University. She is a certified menopause practitioner of The Menopause Society. She is the Medical Director of Community Education and Outreach for Midi Health.  Dr. Streicher is the medical correspondent for Chicago's top-rated news program, the WGN Morning News, and has been seen on The Today Show, Good Morning America, The Oprah Winfrey Show, CNN, NPR, Dr. Radio, Nightline, Fox and Friends, The Steve Harvey Show, CBS This Morning, ABC News Now, NBCNightlyNews,20/20, and World News Tonight. She is an expert source for many magazines and serves on the medical advisory board of The Kinsey Institute, Self Magazine, and Prevention Magazine. She writes a regular column for The Ethel by AARP and Prevention Magazine.  DrStreicher.com Instagram @DrStreich Facebook @DrStreicher YouTube @DrStreicherTV LinkedIn @DrStreicher           Books by Lauren Streicher, MD  Slip Sliding Away: Turning Back the Clock on Your Vagina-A gynecologist's guide to eliminating post-menopause dryness and pain Hot Flash Hell: A Gynecologist's Guide to Turning Down the Heat Sex Rx- Hormones, Health, and Your Best Sex Ever The Essential Guide to Hysterectomy                                      To Find a Menopause Clinician Midi Health   www.Joinmidi.com Midi Health is a telehealth company that provides high-level menopause care and takes insurance in all 50 states. Dr. Streicher is Midi's Medical Director of Education and Community Outreach and is familiar with their medical protocols, which are all regularly updated and set by the top academic menopause experts in the country.  The Menopause Society- Certified Menopause Practitioner List Menopause.org To find a menopause practitioner: https://portal.menopause.org/NAMS/NAMS/Directory/Menopause-Practitioner.aspx Put in your zip code and designate NCMP or CMSP to get a certified menopause practitioner. While all people on this list have passed a competency examination, Dr. Streicher does not vouch for every one of these clinicians. Most are excellent.   Major Medical Centers It also may be helpful to check with major medical centers in your area. Many have menopause clinics or lists of doctors who have an interest and expertise in menopause.  If you are in the Chicago area, the center founded by Dr. Streicher:  The Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause Sexmedmenopause.nm.org    Dr. Streicher's Inside Information podcast is not intended to replace medical advice and should be used to supplement, not replace, care by your healthcare clinician. Dr. Streicher disclaims liability for any medical outcomes that may occur because of applying methods suggested or discussed in this podcast.

I give two to three lectures a week. No matter who I am talking to or what the topic is, the part I like the best is the Q and A. It's always different and I never know what I am going to get. In this episode I answer 37 questions in  a 45 minute webinar I did on behalf of Midi Health where I am the Medical Director of Community Education and Outreach. If you are looking for in-depth explanations like I often give, you won't get that in this episode. But, if you would like more detailed information I have listed some of the questions below along with past episodes that covered the topic in more depth.  Some sample questions that were covered... ·      Can a woman over age 60 take HT? Episode 123 Hormone Therapy After Age 60 with Dr. James Simon ·      I went to see my doctor and she only prescribes Prempro- is it OK to take Prempro ? Episode 124 All Hormones Are Not Created Equal with Dr. James Simon ·      Is it OK to take a break in HT? ·      What is the typical cost of HT?- How many types? Is it covered by most insurance?  ·      Is it appropriate to order blood testing to optimize treatment? ·      Is it best to wait a full 12 months without a period to start HT?  ·      Will hormone therapy help my uterine prolapse get better? Episode 38 Pelvic Organs Dropping? How to STOP the POP! ·      What are the chances that Testosterone will help my libido and what are possible side effects?  Episode 21:  Say Yes! to Testosterone for Women ·      Why would a Dr. Prescribe Veozah instead of Estrogen? Episode 77 Fezolinetant! A New Non-Hormonal Hot Flash Drug ·      What causes periods to be irregular in perimenopause? Episode 23:  Welcome to Peri-menopause ·      My hot flashes came back after a long hiatus. Should I start estrogen? Episode 53 Not All Hot Flashes  Mean Menopause   ·      My Calcium score is Zero- can I take HT ? Episode 123 Hormone Therapy After Age 60 with Dr. James Simon ·      I am still using Nuva Ring for Birth control- when should I transition to HT? Episode 23:  Welcome to Peri-menopause ·      Does Estroven work? Episode 95 Non-hormonal options to treat VMS- Herbs Spices &Wishful Thinking  ·      Is it normal for orgasms to get weaker and what can be done to make it stronger?    Episode 15: Post Menopause Orgasm- Everybody Come!                                                     About Midi Health                                                               JoinMidi.com               Midi is a virtual clinic specializing in perimenopause and menopause.         Midi offers both hormonal and non-hormonal evidence-based care from experts.                                   The Next Midi Ask Me Anything Webinar                        https://www.instagram.com/midihealth/p/DBwlpqkRYTv/                                November 20, 2024  2:00 PM/3:00 PM ET Lauren Streicher, MD is a clinical professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine, the founding medical director of the Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause, and a Senior Research Fellow of The Kinsey Institute, Indiana University. She is a certified menopause practitioner of The Menopause Society. She is the Medical Director of Community Education and Outreach for Midi Health.  Dr. Streicher is the medical correspondent for Chicago's top-rated news program, the WGN Morning News, and has been seen on The Today Show, Good Morning America, The Oprah Winfrey Show, CNN, NPR, Dr. Radio, Nightline, Fox and Friends, The Steve Harvey Show, CBS This Morning, ABC News Now, NBCNightlyNews,20/20, and World News Tonight. She is an expert source for many magazines and serves on the medical advisory board of The Kinsey Institute, Self Magazine, and Prevention Magazine. She writes a regular column for The Ethel by AARP and Prevention Magazine.  DrStreicher.com Instagram @DrStreich Facebook @DrStreicher YouTube @DrStreicherTV LinkedIn @DrStreicher                   Sign up to receive DR. STREICHER'S FREE NEWSLETTER Books by Lauren Streicher, MD  Slip Sliding Away: Turning Back the Clock on Your Vagina-A gynecologist's guide to eliminating post-menopause dryness and pain   Hot Flash Hell: A Gynecologist's Guide to Turning Down the Heat Sex Rx- Hormones, Health, and Your Best Sex Ever The Essential Guide to Hysterectomy                                      To Find a Menopause Clinician Midi Health   www.Joinmidi.com Midi Health is a telehealth company that provides high-level menopause care and takes insurance in all 50 states. Dr. Streicher is Midi's Medical Director of Education and Community Outreach and is familiar with their medical protocols, which are all regularly updated and set by the top academic menopause experts in the country.      The Menopause Society- Certified Menopause Practitioner List Menopause.org To find a menopause practitioner: https://portal.menopause.org/NAMS/NAMS/Directory/Menopause-Practitioner.aspx Put in your zip code and designate NCMP or CMSP to get a certified menopause practitioner. While all people on this list have passed a competency examination, Dr. Streicher does not vouch for every one of these clinicians. Most are excellent.     Major Medical Centers It may also be helpful to check with major medical centers in your area. Many have menopause clinics or lists of doctors who are interested in and expertise in menopause.      If you are in the Chicago area, the center founded by Dr. Streicher:  The Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause Sexmedmenopause.nm.org    Dr. Streicher's Inside Information podcast is not intended to replace medical advice and should be used to supplement, not replace, care by your personal healthcare clinician. Dr. Streicher disclaims liability for any medical outcomes that may occur because of applying methods suggested or discussed in this podcast.

On today's episode of I'd Love to Know, we talk with Dr. Lauren Streicher, a leading expert in Obstetrics, Gynecology, and menopause, about the benefits and complexities of hormone replacement therapy for women. Dr. Streicher addresses the widespread confusion surrounding hormone therapy, particularly regarding estrogen and progesterone, and their benefit to bone health, cardiovascular health, skin, and overall quality of life. Our discussion explores the differences between oral and transdermal hormone therapy, the benefits and risks of different types of hormones, and the importance of individualized treatment plans. Throughout our conversation, Dr. Streicher highlights the need for healthcare practitioners and media figures to help educate the public with clear and relevant information.Dr. Streicher is clinical professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Northwestern University, she has authored numerous bestselling books, and hosts the midlife and menopause-focused podcast "Inside Information." She is a highly respected authority on women's health, and a sought-after media expert, appearing on CNN, Good Morning America, Oprah and more. She is also the Medical Director of Patient Education and Community Outreach for MIDI Health, dedicated to addressing women's health issues.Dr. Streicher's credentials include 30+ years in private practice. She was a founding member of the Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause. She is a Certified Menopause Practitioner, serves on the Editorial Board of the journal Menopause, and holds a Senior Research Fellow position at the Kinsey Institute. Dr. Streicher's medical and educational contributions have earned extensive awards, including the North American Menopause Society Media Award and consistent recognition on Castle Connolly's Top Doctor list.(00:40) Introducing Dr. Lauren Streicher(02:34) Understanding Hormone Therapy(03:29) The Role of Estrogen in Women's Health(04:48) Hot Flashes and Their Impact(10:12) The Women's Health Initiative Study(16:35) Different Types of Hormone Replacement(22:29) Hormone Therapy for Older Women(29:24) Exploring Hormone Therapy and Dementia Prevention(32:19) Oral vs. Transdermal Hormone Therapy(33:26) Understanding Birth Control and Hormone Therapy(45:07) The Role of Estrogen in Skin Health(49:13) Closing Thoughts on Hormone Therapy and Women's HealthIf there are topics that you are interested in learning more about, please visit MichaelJLeeMD.com.If you'd like to receive new episodes as they're published, please follow I'd Love to Know in Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. It really helps others find the show.The information from this podcast does not constitute medical advice and is meant for basic informational purposes only. If you're interested in pursuing any of the therapies, supplements, or medications discussed here, please consult with your physician.Podcast episode production by Dante32.

Most women are very familiar with the concept of a moisturizer since they have been conditioned to constantly apply one to their face and neck to avoid dire consequences like wrinkles and fine lines While the tissue that lines the vagina is not the same as the skin on the rest of your body, when estrogen declines, both the skin on your face and the “skin” that lines the vagina, become dry and thin. Over-the-counter long-lasting vaginal moisturizers are intended to be used regularly in anticipation of sexual activity. Moisturizers hydrate and thicken vaginal tissue to restore natural lubrication. In addition, regular use of vaginal moisturizers may also help with non-sexual symptoms like burning, irritation and dryness.  ·      The difference between vaginal lubricants and long-acting moisturizers ·      Why products are often labeled as moisturizers when they are lubricants ·      The two categories of vaginal moisturizers that have been shown in clinical trials to change tissue  o   Polycarbophil (Replens™ Long-lasting Vaginal Moisturizer) o   Hyaluronic Acid (Reveree™, Hayalo Gyn™)  ·      HOW these products work  ·      How well these products work compared to other products ·      Why maintaining a healthy vaginal pH is important.  ·      How to best use a long-acting vaginal moisturizer. ·      Liv-Ring™- a new vaginal ring that states it is both a lubricant and moisturizer.    Lauren Streicher, MD is a clinical professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine, the founding medical director of the Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause, and a Senior Research Fellow of The Kinsey Institute, Indiana University. She is a certified menopause practitioner of The Menopause Society. She is the Medical Director of Community Education and Outreach for Midi Health.  Dr. Streicher is the medical correspondent for Chicago's top-rated news program, the WGN Morning News, and has been seen on The Today Show, Good Morning America, The Oprah Winfrey Show, CNN, NPR, Dr. Radio, Nightline, Fox and Friends, The Steve Harvey Show, CBS This Morning, ABC News Now, NBCNightlyNews,20/20, and World News Tonight. She is an expert source for many magazines and serves on the medical advisory board of The Kinsey Institute, Self Magazine, and Prevention Magazine. She writes a regular column for The Ethel by AARP and Prevention Magazine.  DrStreicher.com Instagram @DrStreich Facebook @DrStreicher YouTube @DrStreicherTV LinkedIn @DrStreicher                                      Sign up to receive DR. STREICHER'S FREE NEWSLETTER   Books by Lauren Streicher, MD  Slip Sliding Away: Turning Back the Clock on Your Vagina-A gynecologist's guide to eliminating post-menopause dryness and pain   Hot Flash Hell: A Gynecologist's Guide to Turning Down the Heat Sex Rx- Hormones, Health, and Your Best Sex Ever The Essential Guide to Hysterectomy                                      To Find a Menopause Clinician Midi Health   www.Joinmidi.com Midi Health is a telehealth company that provides high-level menopause care and takes insurance in all 50 states. Dr. Streicher is Midi's Medical Director of Education and Community Outreach and is familiar with their medical protocols, which are all regularly updated and set by the top academic menopause experts in the country.    The Menopause Society- Certified Menopause Practitioner List Menopause.org To find a menopause practitioner: https://portal.menopause.org/NAMS/NAMS/Directory/Menopause-Practitioner.aspx Put in your zip code and designate NCMP or CMSP to get a certified menopause practitioner. While all people on this list have passed a competency examination, Dr. Streicher does not vouch for every one of these clinicians. Most are excellent.   Major Medical Centers It also may be helpful to check with major medical centers in your area. Many have menopause clinics or lists of doctors who have an interest and expertise in menopause.    If you are in the Chicago area, the center founded by Dr. Streicher:  The Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause Sexmedmenopause.nm.org    Dr. Streicher's Inside Information podcast is not intended to replace medical advice and should be used to supplement, not replace, care by your personal healthcare clinician. Dr. Streicher disclaims liability for any medical outcomes that may occur because of applying methods suggested or discussed in this podcast. .  , 

You grab a product off the shelf—maybe it promises to help with bladder control, take off ten pounds, erase wrinkles, or boost orgasms. You assume it will do what it claims to do because it has the FDA seal on the package. Most consumers have no idea that most over-the-counter products have not been tested to ensure product claims are legitimate. The history of the FDA Why estrogen disappeared from face cream in 1962 The different FDA categories and what they mean FDA Approved  FDA Cleared FDA Listed FDA Registered  What it takes to be FDA-approved  Why testosterone was never FDA-approved for women  Loopholes that allow products to get an FDA label  Other misleading labeling that is often used: Doctor recommended Doctor tested Clinically proven The difference between a marketing study and a scientific study  The problem with class labeling          Sign up to receive DR. STREICHER'S FREE NEWSLETTER Dr. Streicher's Inside Information podcast is not intended to replace medical advice and should be used to supplement, not replace, care by your healthcare clinician. Dr. Streicher disclaims liability for any medical outcomes that may occur because of applying methods suggested or discussed in this podcast.   Lauren Streicher, MD is a clinical professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine, and the founding medical director of the Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause. She is a certified menopause practitioner of The Menopause Society.                Dr. Streicher is the medical correspondent for Chicago's top-rated news program, the WGN Morning News, and has been seen on The Today Show, Good Morning America, The Oprah Winfrey Show, CNN, NPR, Dr. Radio, Nightline, Fox and Friends, The Steve Harvey Show, CBS This Morning, ABC News Now, NBCNightlyNews,20/20, and World News Tonight. She is an expert source for many magazines and serves on the medical advisory board of The Kinsey Institute, Self Magazine, and Prevention Magazine. She writes a regular column for The Ethel by AARP and Prevention Magazine.                          DrStreicher.com Instagram @DrStreich Facebook  @DrStreicher YouTube  DrStreicherTV LinkedIn @DrStreicher    Books by Lauren Streicher, MD  Slip Sliding Away: Turning Back the Clock on Your Vagina-A gynecologist's guide to eliminating post-menopause dryness and pain Hot Flash Hell: A Gynecologist's Guide to Turning Down the Heat Sex Rx- Hormones, Health, and Your Best Sex Ever The Essential Guide to Hysterectomy                                      To Find a Menopause Clinician Episode 46 Finding a Menopause Clinician Who Will Listen Midi Health  joinmidi.com Midi Health is a telehealth company that provides high-level menopause care and takes insurance in all 50 states. Dr. Streicher is Midi's Medical Director of Education and Community Outreach and is familiar with their medical protocols, which are all regularly updated and set by the top academic menopause experts in the country.  The Menopause Society- Certified Menopause Practitioner List Menopause.org To find a menopause practitioner: https://portal.menopause.org/NAMS/NAMS/Directory/Menopause-Practitioner.aspx Put in your zip code and designate NCMP or CMSP to get a certified menopause practitioner. While all people on this list have passed a competency examination, Dr. Streicher does not vouch for every one of these clinicians. Most are excellent.    Major Medical Centers It also may be helpful to check with major medical centers in your area. Many have menopause clinics or lists of doctors who have an interest and expertise in menopause.    If you are in the Chicago area, the center founded by Dr. Streicher:  The Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause Sexmedmenopause.nm.org  

Perry is redefining emotional wellbeing in perimenopause- Connect with women in the same stage of life. Chat. Find validation. Join the live experts. Simplify things by downloading the Perry App on either Apple or Android.  Welcome to the Perimenopause Awareness Month , an initiative by Perry and the National Menopause Foundation. Learn more!  Tune in to today's talk, “What The Heck Happened To My Libido & Orgasms in Perimenopause”, with Dr. Lauren Streicher & Dr. Fenwa Milhouse both medical advisors for MyUTI. The MyUTI test kit is a convenient, easy-to-use at-home PCR test that delivers accurate results within 24 hours. Today they discuss what medications might help with a waning libido, what tools will get that blood flow going, and so much more! And if you want access to some incredible perry resources, curated especially in honor of Perimenopause Awareness month, just click the link to download our Toolbox. Perimenopause WTF! brought to you by perry!  A safe space for connections, support, new friendships & occasional laughs during the menopause transition. A #1 perimenopause app where you will meet other warriors who understand.  Sharing experiences will help to feel ‘normal' again. No, you're not crazy and no, you are not alone. With our network of wonderful menopause experts, we have gathered an abundance of  evidence-based knowledge, articles, podcasts and book: The Perry Menopause Journal. Learn more: www.heyperry.com https://perry.app.link/perimenopausewtf The Perimenopause Journal Are you looking for a meaningful way to prioritize your well-being during this crucial phase of your life? Do you crave self-care practices tailored specifically to the ups and downs of perimenopause? The journal offers: 1️⃣ Thoughtful Prompts: 2️⃣ Progress tracking: 3️⃣ Evidence-based knowledge 4️⃣ Community Support Grab a journal today!  About Dr. Lauren Streicher:  Dr. Streicher is an author, public speaker, physician, podcast host, educator & a media figure. She was the 2019 recipient of the North American Menopause Society Media Award. Dr. Streicher has appeared on hundreds of TV and radio shows including The Today Show, Good Morning America, The Oprah Winfrey Show, CNN & more. She has her own Podcast: Dr. Lauren Streicher's Inside Information: THE Menopause Podcast. She also films and produces her own short videos which can be seen on social media and her YouTube channel, DrStreicher TV  Learn More: https://www.drstreicher.com/ https://www.instagram.com/drstreich/ https://twitter.com/drstreicher About Dr. Fenwa Milhouse  Dr. Fenwa Milhouse is a board-certified, fellowship-trained urologist and specialist in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery (also known as Urogynecology). She treats all adult individuals with a focus on the treatment of sexual dysfunction, urinary incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, and cosmetic genital enhancement, including PhalloFILL™ girth enhancement, vaginal perineoplasty, labia majora surgery, G-spot amplification and labiaplasty in Chicago, Il.  Dr. Milhouse is a distinguished recipient of the 2023 Healthcare Impact Award by Top Docs.  Additionally, she was named Top Urologist in Chicago in 2023 by Women in Medicine. Dr. Milhouse is known by the world as “Your Favorite Urologist” and has been featured on several media outlets including Yahoo Style, HuffPost, Essence Magazine, CNN and more. Also Check out our new feature! ⁠perry guides⁠. For guidance with up-skilled peers with the same lived experience & dedicated perimenopause training. Learn More: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmilhouse/?hl=en Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fenwa-f-milhouse-4505b919/ Disclaimer: This is not medical advice, it does not take the place of medical advice from your physician, and is not intended to treat or cure any disease. Patients should see a qualified medical provider for assessment and treatment.

Managing menopause in the face of cancer can be complicated. Many women are made to think that they should just be grateful to be alive and not complain about their all day all night hot flashes, brain fog and sex that is excruciatingly painful. Many oncologists are not experts when it comes to menopause or sexual function and don't bring it up or give information that isn't accurate. Many women aren't aware that hormone therapy may be safe, and if it's not, that there are non-hormonal options to solve virtually every problem.  In this Q and A episode I am joined by Dr. Mindy Goldman, the Director of the Gynecology Center for Cancer Survivors and At-Risk Women at UCSF and the Chief Clinical Officer at Midi Health.  • Options to treat vaginal dryness when taking an aromatase inhibitor • Options to prevent bone loss if estrogen is not an option • Using testosterone to help libido with a breast cancer diagnosis • If it is OK to take hormone therapy with an ER negative breast cancer • If it is OK to take hormone therapy with a recent or remote diagnosis of an ER positive breast cancer • Hormone therapy with endometrial (uterine cancer) • Hormone therapy post lung cancer • If estrogen will decrease the risk of colon cancer if there is a genetic pre-disposition such as Lynch syndrome • If someone is at risk of breast cancer, are some forms of hormone therapy better to use than others  • Why you are asked about estrogen use when you have a mammogram • Is it safe to use hormone therapy with a BRCA mutation • Should a hysterectomy be performed along with ovary removal with ovary and tube removal • If radiation from a mammogram increasesthe risk of getting breast cancer?  • If it is safe to use hormone therapy with dense breasts • And much more…                                                         Mindy Goldman MD                                                               JoinMidi.com Dr. Goldman is the Chief Clincial Officer at Midi Health and a Clinical Professor Emeritus in the department of OB/GYN at UCSF, where she is also the Director of the Gynecology Center for Cancer Survivors and At-Risk Women. She has worked with both the American College of Ob/Gyn (ACOG) and the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) and is a nationally recognized expert in the management of women's health issues, including menopause, for women with cancer or at high risk.                                                       Other Episodes of Interest Episode 92 Estrogen Cancer Conundrums? Episode 114- Is Duovee the Ideal Hormone Therapy? Episode 124 All Hormones Are Not Created Equal with Dr. James Simon Episode 133 Best Breast Advice When it Comes to Hormone Therapy with Dr. Corinne Menn Lauren Streicher, MD is a clinical professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine, and the founding medical director of the Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause and a Senior Research Fellow of The Kinsey Institute, Indiana University. She is a certified menopause practitioner of The Menopause Society. She is the Medical Director of Community Education and Outreach for Midi Health.  Dr. Streicher is the medical correspondent for Chicago's top-rated news program, the WGN Morning News, and has been seen on The Today Show, Good Morning America, The Oprah Winfrey Show, CNN, NPR, Dr. Radio, Nightline, Fox and Friends, The Steve Harvey Show, CBS This Morning, ABC News Now, NBCNightlyNews,20/20, and World News Tonight. She is an expert source for many magazines and serves on the medical advisory board of The Kinsey Institute, Self Magazine, and Prevention Magazine. She writes a regular column for The Ethel by AARP and Prevention Magazine.  • DrStreicher.com • Instagram @DrStreich • Facebook @DrStreicher • YouTube @DrStreicherTV • LinkedIn @DrStreicher                  Sign up to receive DR. STREICHER'S FREE NEWSLETTER Books by Lauren Streicher, MD •  Slip Sliding Away: Turning Back the Clock on Your Vagina-A gynecologist's guide to eliminating post-menopause dryness and pain • Hot Flash Hell: A Gynecologist's Guide to Turning Down the Heat • Sex Rx- Hormones, Health, and Your Best Sex Ever • The Essential Guide to Hysterectomy                                      To Find a Menopause Clinician Midi Health   www.Joinmidi.com Midi Health is a telehealth company that provides high-level menopause care and takes insurance in all 50 states. Dr. Streicher is Midi's Medical Director of Education and Community Outreach and is familiar with their medical protocols, which are all regularly updated and set by the top academic menopause experts in the country.  The Menopause Society- Certified Menopause Practitioner List Menopause.org • To find a menopause practitioner: https://portal.menopause.org/NAMS/NAMS/Directory/Menopause-Practitioner.aspx • Put in your zip code and designate NCMP or CMSP to get a certified menopause practitioner. While all people on this list have passed a competency examination, Dr. Streicher does not vouch for every one of these clinicians. Most are excellent. Major Medical Centers It also may be helpful to check with major medical centers in your area. Many have menopause clinics or lists of doctors who have an interest and expertise in menopause.  If you are in the Chicago area, the center founded by Dr. Streicher:  The Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause Sexmedmenopause.nm.org  Dr. Streicher's Inside Information podcast is not intended to replace medical advice and should be used to supplement, not replace, care by your personal healthcare clinician. Dr. Streicher disclaims liability for any medical outcomes that may occur because of applying methods suggested or discussed in this podcast.

                                                                   Episode149                                             The Menopause Society Meeting                                                       Insights from an Insider Once a year, the Menopause Society holds an annual meeting where thousands of experts gather to present their research and learn from each other. In this episode, I will discuss some of the most interesting research presented at the meeting…and explain why I didn't attend the meeting.  ·      VOICE as a Predictor of HEALTH ·      The impact of TESTOSTERONE on the VOICE ·      How to find out if you have a GENETIC MUTATION        ·      How ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE is being used to read MAMMOGRAMS ·      How a MAMMOGRAM can predict HEART DISEASE ·      How WORK can make your MENOPAUSE SYMPTOMS worse ·      Delaying OVARIAN AGING ·      The impact of HOT FLASHES on the BRAIN ·      A new approach to detecting ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE early ·      HYPNOSIS to help HOT FLASHES ·      How non-hormonal HOT FLASH DRUGS can help you SLEEP ·      Continuing HORMONE THERAPY past AGE 65 ·      HORMONE THERAPY and DIABETES ·      PLATELET RICH PLASMA INJECTIONS to treat VAGINAL DRYNESS ·      GLP-1 INHIBITORS to combat MENOPAUSE WEIGHT ·      The Best Way to Treat PERIMENOPAUSAL BLEEDING For more information on these topics:  Episode 23:  Welcome to Peri-menopause Episode 85 Estrogen and Alzheimer's Disease Episode 94 Menopause and Voice  Episode 123 Hormone Therapy After Age 60         Sign up to receive DR. STREICHER'S FREE NEWSLETTER   Dr. Streicher's Inside Information podcast is not intended to replace medical advice and should be used to supplement, not replace, care by your personal healthcare clinician. Dr. Streicher disclaims liability for any medical outcomes that may occur because of applying methods suggested or discussed in this podcast.     Lauren Streicher, MD is a clinical professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine, and the founding medical director of the Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause. She is a certified menopause practitioner of The Menopause Society.            Dr. Streicher is the medical correspondent for Chicago's top-rated news program, the WGN Morning News, and has been seen on The Today Show, Good Morning America, The Oprah Winfrey Show, CNN, NPR, Dr. Radio, Nightline, Fox and Friends, The Steve Harvey Show, CBS This Morning, ABC News Now, NBCNightlyNews,20/20, and World News Tonight. She is an expert source for many magazines and serves on the medical advisory board of The Kinsey Institute, Self Magazine, and Prevention Magazine. She writes a regular column for The Ethel by AARP and Prevention Magazine.    Instagram @DrStreich Facebook  @DrStreicher YouTube  DrStreicherTV LinkedIn @DrStreicher    Books by Lauren Streicher, MD  Slip Sliding Away: Turning Back the Clock on Your Vagina-A gynecologist's guide to eliminating post-menopause dryness and pain   Hot Flash Hell: A Gynecologist's Guide to Turning Down the Heat Sex Rx- Hormones, Health, and Your Best Sex Ever The Essential Guide to Hysterectomy                                      To Find a Menopause Clinician Episode 46 Finding a Menopause Clinician Who Will Listen Midi Health  joinmidi.com Midi Health is a telehealth company that provides high-level menopause care and takes insurance in all 50 states. Dr. Streicher is Midi's Medical Director of Education and Community Outreach and is familiar with their medical protocols, which are all regularly updated and set by the top academic menopause experts in the country.      The Menopause Society- Certified Menopause Practitioner List Menopause.org To find a menopause practitioner: https://portal.menopause.org/NAMS/NAMS/Directory/Menopause-Practitioner.aspx Put in your zip code and designate NCMP or CMSP to get a certified menopause practitioner. While all people on this list have passed a competency examination, Dr. Streicher does not vouch for every one of these clinicians. Most are excellent.    Major Medical Centers It may also be helpful to check with major medical centers in your area. Many have menopause clinics or lists of doctors who are interested in and expertise in menopause.    If you are in the Chicago area, the center founded by Dr. Streicher:  The Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause Sexmedmenopause.nm.org      

You know what a Hack is…something that solves a problem, simplifies a task or reduces frustration.  Who doesn't love a good hack? This episode is loaded with  GYNECOLOGIC HACKS ...your gyne never told you. Useful tips, tricks and solutions for frustrating gyne problems. Alternative uses for products that are intended to be used on your vulva or in your vagina.   And if this does well, I've got plenty more.  ·      How to Easily Remove Your Estring™ Hack ·      Hands-Free Vulvar View Hack ·      Expired Birth Control Pill Hack ·      Ditch Your Vaginal Estrogen Applicator Hack ·      Silicone Lubricant Hacks ·      Electric Toothbrush Vibrator Hack ·      How to Use Silicone Lube with Your Silicone Toy  Hack Head on over to Tick Tock, Youtube or Instagram for a video. https://www.youtube.com/c/drstreichertv https://www.instagram.com/drstreich https://www.facebook.com/DrStreicher/ https://www.linkedIn/DrStreicher https://www.tiktok.com/@drstreicher For more information: o   Erosscia Ceola- toothbrush vibrator extension Episode 89  Faking Orgasm with Rachel Zar Episode 96  Is your Lubricant HELPING or HURTING Your Vagina? Episode 144 Estrogen and Skin? The Facts!   Dr. Streicher's Inside Information podcast is not intended to replace medical advice and should be used to supplement, not replace, care by your personal healthcare clinician. Dr. Streicher disclaims liability for any medical outcomes that may occur because of applying methods suggested or discussed in this podcast.   Lauren Streicher, MD is a clinical professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine, and the founding medical director of the Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause. She is a certified menopause practitioner of The Menopause Society.                     Sign up to receive DR. STREICHER'S FREE NEWSLETTER   Dr. Streicher is the medical correspondent for Chicago's top-rated news program, the WGN Morning News, and has been seen on The Today Show, Good Morning America, The Oprah Winfrey Show, CNN, NPR, Dr. Radio, Nightline, Fox and Friends, The Steve Harvey Show, CBS This Morning, ABC News Now, NBCNightlyNews,20/20, and World News Tonight. She is an expert source for many magazines and serves on the medical advisory board of The Kinsey Institute, Self Magazine, and Prevention Magazine. She writes a regular column for The Ethel by AARP and Prevention Magazine.                                               Menopause Masterplan   Dr. Streicher offers one-on-one and group informational and educational Menopause Masterplan sessions. For more information: https://www.drstreicher.com/menopause-master-plan DrStreicher.com   Instagram @DrStreich Facebook  @DrStreicher YouTube  DrStreicherTV LinkedIn @DrStreicher    Books by Lauren Streicher, MD  Slip Sliding Away: Turning Back the Clock on Your Vagina-A gynecologist's guide to eliminating post-menopause dryness and pain   Hot Flash Hell: A Gynecologist's Guide to Turning Down the Heat Sex Rx- Hormones, Health, and Your Best Sex Ever The Essential Guide to Hysterectomy                                      To Find a Menopause Clinician   Episode 46 Finding a Menopause Clinician Who Will Listen Midi Health  joinmidi.com Midi Health is a telehealth company that provides high-level menopause care and takes insurance in all 50 states. Dr. Streicher is Midi's Medical Director of Education and Community Outreach and is familiar with their medical protocols, which are all regularly updated and set by the top academic menopause experts in the country.    The Menopause Society- Certified Menopause Practitioner List Menopause.org To find a menopause practitioner: https://portal.menopause.org/NAMS/NAMS/Directory/Menopause-Practitioner.aspx Put in your zip code and designate NCMP or CMSP to get a certified menopause practitioner. While all people on this list have passed a competency examination, Dr. Streicher does not vouch for every one of these clinicians. Most are excellent.    Major Medical Centers It also may be helpful to check with major medical centers in your area. Many have menopause clinics or lists of doctors who have an interest and expertise in menopause.    If you are in the Chicago area, the center founded by Dr. Streicher:  The Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause Sexmedmenopause.nm.org      

It's a common scenario. A woman is given a prescription for a local vaginal estrogen, or DHEA and uses it faithfully but continues to have painful intercourse. In most cases, the product is working just fine and there is another reason for the pain.   In this segment Dr. Streicher discusses: The TOP 5 REASONS women have pain despite using estrogen Why a WRONG DIAGNOSIS might be the problem The importance of treating the VESTIBULE (the opening) of the vagina Why a painful, tight PELVIC FLOOR might be the problem The role of PELVIC FLOOR PHYSICAL THERAPY  VAGINAL DILATORS- What they are, how they help, and how to use them.  Soul Source Dilators https://www.soulsource.com/ How to Find a Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist Pelvic Floor Physical therapists trained by Herman & Wallace Pelvic Rehabilitation Institute www.pelvicrehab.com  American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) Section on Women's Health www.aptapelvichealth.org/ptlocator  For further information: Episode 3: What's Up Down There? Genital Dryness & Misbehaving Bladders Episode 4: Is Your Lubricant Helping or Hurting Your Vagina? Episode 5: Vaginal Estrogen- Rings, Creams, and Other Things  Episode 11: Vaginal Estrogen is Not Poison Episode 63 DHEA-An Estrogen Alternative for Vaginal Dryness  Episode 83 Get the Biggest Benefit from Vaginal Creams, Rings and Other Things Episode 130- Are You Ever Done with Menopause?  The Essential Guide to Hysterectomy Episode 1: Is It Menopause or Some Other Pause? Episode 23: Welcome to Peri-menopause Lauren Streicher, MD is a clinical professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine, and the medical director of the Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause. She is a certified menopause practitioner of the North American Menopause Society.  Dr. Streicher is the medical correspondent for Chicago's top-rated news program, the WGN Morning News, and has been seen on The Today Show, Good Morning America, The Oprah Winfrey Show, CNN, NPR, Dr. Radio, Nightline, Fox and Friends, The Steve Harvey Show, CBS This Morning, ABC News Now, NBCNightlyNews,20/20, and World News Tonight. She is an expert source for many magazines and serves on the medical advisory board of The Kinsey Institute, Self Magazine, and Prevention Magazine. She writes a regular column for The Ethel by AARP and Prevention Magazine.  Subscribe and Follow Dr. Streicher on  DrStreicher.com Instagram @DrStreich Twitter @DrStreicher Facebook  @DrStreicher YouTube  DrStreicherTV Books by Lauren Streicher, MD  Slip Sliding Away: Turning Back the Clock on Your Vagina-A gynecologist's guide to eliminating post-menopause dryness and pain Hot Flash Hell: A Gynecologist's Guide to Turning Down the Heat Sex Rx- Hormones, Health, and Your Best Sex Ever The Essential Guide to Hysterectomy

Put a group of menopause experts in a room, and there are certain things everyone will agree on. But there are other topics, that do not result in universal agreement. And, usually, when that happens, it's the battle of the academic purists vs …everyone else. And in the menopause world right now, there is  no more controversial topic than the use of testosterone as part of the standard hormone therapy cocktail.   So today, Dr. Kelly Casperson, the host of the You Are Not Broken podcast, and I will discuss WHY there is controversy and where that leaves us in advising women on what is in their best interest. Put two opinionated podcasters in the same room…well, all I can say is, strap in.  Kelly Casperson MD https://kellycaspersonmd.com/ You Are NOT Broken: Stop “Shoulding” All Over Your Sex Life You Are Not Broken Podcast ·      Why testosterone is not FDA-approved for women ·      The difference between hormone therapy and hormone replacement ·      Who would most benefit from testosterone therapy ·      Why “off label” does not mean “off limits” ·      Proven benefits of testosterone  ·      Potential benefits of testosterone ·      What is known about the safety of testosterone in women ·      What we have learned from transgender men ·      Appropriate labs to get before initiating testosterone therapy ·      What to do if SHBG is elevated ·      The Problem with Pellets ·      Why it's important to give women choices ·      If testosterone should ever be applied to the clitoris   Dr. Streicher's Inside Information podcast is not intended to replace medical advice and should be used to supplement, not replace, care by your personal healthcare clinician. Dr. Streicher disclaims liability for any medical outcomes that may occur because of applying methods suggested or discussed in this podcast.   Lauren Streicher, MD is a clinical professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine, and the founding medical director of the Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause. She is a certified menopause practitioner of The Menopause Society.                     Sign up to receive DR. STREICHER'S FREE NEWSLETTER   Dr. Streicher is the medical correspondent for Chicago's top-rated news program, the WGN Morning News, and has been seen on The Today Show, Good Morning America, The Oprah Winfrey Show, CNN, NPR, Dr. Radio, Nightline, Fox and Friends, The Steve Harvey Show, CBS This Morning, ABC News Now, NBCNightlyNews,20/20, and World News Tonight. She is an expert source for many magazines and serves on the medical advisory board of The Kinsey Institute, Self Magazine, and Prevention Magazine. She writes a regular column for The Ethel by AARP and Prevention Magazine.                                               Menopause Masterplan   Dr. Streicher offers one-on-one and group informational and educational Menopause Masterplan sessions. For more information: https://www.drstreicher.com/menopause-master-plan DrStreicher.com   Instagram @DrStreich Facebook  @DrStreicher YouTube  DrStreicherTV LinkedIn @DrStreicher    Books by Lauren Streicher, MD    Slip Sliding Away: Turning Back the Clock on Your Vagina-A gynecologist's guide to eliminating post-menopause dryness and pain   Hot Flash Hell: A Gynecologist's Guide to Turning Down the Heat Sex Rx- Hormones, Health, and Your Best Sex Ever The Essential Guide to Hysterectomy                                      To Find a Menopause Clinician Episode 46 Finding a Menopause Clinician Who Will Listen Midi Health  joinmidi.com Midi Health is a telehealth company that provides high-level menopause care and takes insurance in all 50 states. Dr. Streicher is Midi's Medical Director of Education and Community Outreach and is familiar with their medical protocols, which are all regularly updated and set by the top academic menopause experts in the country.      The Menopause Society- Certified Menopause Practitioner List Menopause.org To find a menopause practitioner: https://portal.menopause.org/NAMS/NAMS/Directory/Menopause-Practitioner.aspx Put in your zip code and designate NCMP or CMSP to get a certified menopause practitioner. While all people on this list have passed a competency examination, Dr. Streicher does not vouch for every one of these clinicians. Most are excellent.    Major Medical Centers It also may be helpful to check with major medical centers in your area. Many have menopause clinics or lists of doctors who have an interest and expertise in menopause.    If you are in the Chicago area, the center founded by Dr. Streicher:  The Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause Sexmedmenopause.nm.org      

My book comes out this week! Order it here! In this conversation, Dr. Kelly Casperson and Dr. Lauren Streicher discuss the topic of testosterone. They address the challenges of discussing testosterone in short social media posts and the misconceptions surrounding its use. They emphasize the importance of educating women about testosterone and the need for more research in this area. The conversation covers various aspects of testosterone, including its role as a human hormone, its use in women who have had their ovaries removed, and its potential benefits for bone health, brain function, and overall well-being. The doctors also discuss the safety of testosterone therapy and the limitations of lab tests in determining optimal levels. In this conversation, Dr. Lauren Streicher and Dr. Kelly Casperson discuss various topics related to hormone therapy and women's health. They touch on the use of testosterone therapy, the role of sex hormone binding globulin (SHBG), the importance of checking thyroid levels, and the potential risks of using hormone pellets. They also emphasize the need for individualized treatment plans and the importance of education and communication in women's sexual health. Dr. Casperson shares insights from her book, 'You Are Not Broken: Stop "Should'ing" All Over Your Sex Life,' which aims to provide adult sex education and debunk myths surrounding women's sexual health. Takeaways Educating women about testosterone is important, as there are many misconceptions surrounding its use. More research is needed to fully understand the benefits and risks of testosterone therapy in women. Testosterone may have potential benefits for bone health, brain function, and overall well-being in women. Lab tests for testosterone levels are not always reliable indicators of the effects of testosterone in the body. Safety is a key consideration in testosterone therapy, and individualized treatment plans are necessary. Testosterone therapy can be used to address various symptoms in women, but the dosage and approach should be individualized. High levels of sex hormone binding globulin (SHBG) can reduce the effectiveness of testosterone therapy, and it may be necessary to explore other options or address underlying causes. Thyroid dysfunction can masquerade as menopause symptoms, so it's important to check thyroid levels in women experiencing hormonal changes. Hormone pellets are not recommended due to the potential for side effects and lack of control over hormone levels. Education and communication are crucial in women's sexual health, and there is a need for adult sex education to address common misconceptions and provide accurate information. Hormone therapy should be seen as a preventive measure rather than a treatment for existing health issues, and it should be part of a comprehensive approach that includes lifestyle factors like exercise and nutrition. https://www.instagram.com/drstreich website: Dr. Streicher.com Dr. Streicher's Podcast: Inside Information Podcast Thanks to our sponsor Sprout Pharmaceuticals. To find out if Addyi is right for you, go to addyi.com/notbroken and use code NOTBROKEN for a $10 telemedicine appointment. See Full Prescribing Information and Medication Guide, including Boxed Warning for severe low blood pressure and fainting in certain settings at addyi.com/pi Order my book "You Are Not Broken: Stop "Should-ing" All Over You Sex Life" Listen to my Tedx Talk: Why we need adult sex ed Take my Adult Sex Ed Master Class: Join my membership to get these episodes ASAP, a private facebook group to discuss and my private accountability group for your health, hormones and life support! www.kellycaspersonmd.com/membership Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Something happens to skin after your 40th birthday, and that something isn't good. So is it just a coincidence that wrinkles and sags show up at the same time your periods disappear, or is it just one of those mid-life things? The answer is both.  Post menopause skin without estrogen is dryer, thinner, blotchier, hairier, and wrinklier.  So, is TOPICAL ESTROGEN the answer? And is it safe?  The specific impact of loss of estrogen on skin  Why bone loss impacts the way your face looks Why you get increased facial hair post menopause When estrogen was in over-the-counter facial creams.  Why the FDA stopped allowing the sale of over-the-counter estrogen  Studies that demonstrate that topical facial estrogen cream is safe and effective How systemic estrogen benefits skin Options to get facial estrogen cream How to use it Strategies to remove facial hair For more information: Episode 117 Top Tips for Terrific Skin & Hair with Dr. Ellen Gendler Episode 139 Hair Today -Gone Tomorrow- Part 1  Episode 141 Hair Today -Gone Tomorrow-Part 2 Rzepecki A, et al.  Estrogen-deficient skin: The role of topical therapy International Journal of Women's Dermatology 2019 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30997378/  Dr. Streicher's Inside Information podcast is not intended to replace medical advice and should be used to supplement, not replace, care by your personal healthcare clinician. Dr. Streicher disclaims liability for any medical outcomes that may occur because of applying methods suggested or discussed in this podcast.   Lauren Streicher, MD is a clinical professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine, and the founding medical director of the Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause. She is a certified menopause practitioner of The Menopause Society.                     Sign up to receive DR. STREICHER'S FREE NEWSLETTER   Dr. Streicher is the medical correspondent for Chicago's top-rated news program, the WGN Morning News, and has been seen on The Today Show, Good Morning America, The Oprah Winfrey Show, CNN, NPR, Dr. Radio, Nightline, Fox and Friends, The Steve Harvey Show, CBS This Morning, ABC News Now, NBCNightlyNews,20/20, and World News Tonight. She is an expert source for many magazines and serves on the medical advisory board of The Kinsey Institute, Self Magazine, and Prevention Magazine. She writes a regular column for The Ethel by AARP and Prevention Magazine.                                               Menopause Masterplan Dr. Streicher offers one-on-one and group informational and educational Menopause Masterplan sessions. For more information: https://www.drstreicher.com/menopause-master-plan DrStreicher.com Instagram @DrStreich Facebook  @DrStreicher YouTube  DrStreicherTV LinkedIn @DrStreicher    Books by Lauren Streicher, MD  Slip Sliding Away: Turning Back the Clock on Your Vagina-A gynecologist's guide to eliminating post-menopause dryness and pain Hot Flash Hell: A Gynecologist's Guide to Turning Down the Heat Sex Rx- Hormones, Health, and Your Best Sex Ever The Essential Guide to Hysterectomy                                      To Find a Menopause Clinician Episode 46 Finding a Menopause Clinician Who Will Listen Midi Health  joinmidi.com Midi Health is a telehealth company that provides high-level menopause care and takes insurance in all 50 states. Dr. Streicher is Midi's Medical Director of Education and Community Outreach and is familiar with their medical protocols, which are all regularly updated and set by the top academic menopause experts in the country.  The Menopause Society- Certified Menopause Practitioner List Menopause.org To find a menopause practitioner: https://portal.menopause.org/NAMS/NAMS/Directory/Menopause-Practitioner.aspx Put in your zip code and designate NCMP or CMSP to get a certified menopause practitioner. While all people on this list have passed a competency examination, Dr. Streicher does not vouch for every one of these clinicians. Most are excellent.    Major Medical Centers It also may be helpful to check with major medical centers in your area. Many have menopause clinics or lists of doctors who have an interest and expertise in menopause.    If you are in the Chicago area, the center founded by Dr. Streicher:  The Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause Sexmedmenopause.nm.org  

Join us for an in-depth discussion with Dr. Lauren Streicher as we answer the top 10 questions about perimenopause and menopause. Learn about hormone therapy, menopause symptoms, and expert treatment options to navigate this significant life stage.Episode Summary of interview with Dr. Lauren StreicherIn this episode of Fempower Health, host Georgie Kovacs welcomes back Dr. Lauren Streicher, a renowned expert in menopause and women's health. Dr. Streicher is a professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Northwestern University, an author, and the host of the podcast "Inside Information: The Menopause Podcast." Together, they delve into the top ten questions women have about perimenopause and menopause, ranging from the efficacy of home menopause tests to the complexities of hormone therapy and managing menopause symptoms like hot flashes, vaginal dryness, and joint pain. Dr. Streicher offers clear, evidence-based insights, aiming to dispel myths and provide women and clinicians with reliable information to make informed decisions about menopause care.Key Discussion Points on Top 10 Perimenopause and Menopause Questions:Do home menopause tests work for diagnosing perimenopause and menopause?When are most women done with menopause symptoms?How long is it safe to take hormone therapy, and what are the risks and benefits?What role does progesterone play in menopause management, and how does it differ from estrogen?Can birth control pills be used to manage perimenopausal symptoms effectively?Does estrogen therapy increase the risk of breast cancer?What are the implications of the BRCA gene mutation for hormone therapy?Why might vaginal estrogen not alleviate painful sex, and what other treatments can help?Is it normal to experience hot flashes years after menopause, and what does it mean for cardiovascular health?What are the connections between menopause and conditions like dry mouth and arthritis?“Menopause and midlife are often confused. Not everything is menopause, and not everything is aging. Sometimes, it's both.” - Dr. Lauren Streicher Related to this episode on Top 10 Questions about Perimenopause and Menopause:Check out Dr. Lauren Streicher's Podcast: "Inside Information: The Menopause Podcast"Review the Women's Health Initiative (WHI) StudyLearn about the SWAN Study (Study of Women's Health Across the Nation)Read about Dr. Vonda Wright's Research on Musculoskeletal Syndrome of MenopauseRead Dr Lauren Streicher's journal article: Diagnosis, causes, and treatment of dyspareunia in postmenopausal womenIf you're passionate about advancing women's health, there are many ways you can support the Fempower Health Podcast. Here's how:Subscribe and Listen: Tune in to new episodes every Tuesday by subscribing to the Fempower Health Podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify or your favorite podcast platform. Your regular listenership is invaluable!Leave a Review: Help us grow by leaving a review on Apple, Spotify or your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback not only supports us but also helps others discover...

In a world where women are barraged with information when it comes to how best to manage menopause, it can be overwhelming and confusing. Between having their symptoms dismissed by their regular physician, and then being overwhelmed with information on social media, it's hard to know what's fact and hype.  And what do you do when the doctor you trust, tells you that the social media expert you also trust is wrong? In this episode, I chat with Tamsen Fadal, a menopause advocate who has made it her mission to help perimenopausal and menopausal women navigate through the information and disinformation to get the correct information when it comes to maximizing their health. Tamsen's own experience when she entered menopause Why Tamsen switched careers to become a menopause advocate How do you know an expert is really an expert? The best way to find a menopause expert The impact of telehealth on finding a menopause expert What to do if your own doctor is not a menopause expert Why women put relatability over expertise Hot to figure out if a social media expert is an expert What to do when a social media expert disagrees with your own doctor Do healthcare clinicians need to act professionally in their private lives?  What I think when it comes to being strictly evidence-based                                                   Tamsen Fadal                                  https://www.tamsenfadal.com/                                    Social Media-@tamsenfadal For more information on this topic:  Episode 10: Dating After 50- Make it Awesome Not Awful- With Bela Gandhi Episode 46 Finding a Menopause Clinician Who Will Listen  Episode 124 All Hormones Are Not Created Equal with Dr. James Simon Lauren Streicher, MD is a clinical professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine, and the founding medical director of the Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause. She is a certified menopause practitioner of the North American Menopause Society.  Dr. Streicher is the medical correspondent for Chicago's top-rated news program, the WGN Morning News, and has been seen on The Today Show, Good Morning America, The Oprah Winfrey Show, CNN, NPR, Dr. Radio, Nightline, Fox and Friends, The Steve Harvey Show, CBS This Morning, ABC News Now, NBCNightlyNews,20/20, and World News Tonight. She is an expert source for many magazines and serves on the medical advisory board of The Kinsey Institute, Self Magazine, and Prevention Magazine. She writes a regular column for The Ethel by AARP and Prevention Magazine.  Subscribe and Follow Dr. Streicher on  DrStreicher.com Instagram @DrStreich Facebook  @DrStreicher YouTube  DrStreicherTV Books by Lauren Streicher, MD  Slip Sliding Away: Turning Back the Clock on Your Vagina-A gynecologist's guide to eliminating post-menopause dryness and pain Hot Flash Hell: A Gynecologist's Guide to Turning Down the Heat Sex Rx- Hormones, Health, and Your Best Sex Ever The Essential Guide to Hysterectomy

Dr. Sameena Rahman is a board-certified OB/GYN, sex-med gynecologist, menopause specialist, and founder of the Center for Gynecology and Cosmetics. After years of practicing obstetrics and gynecology in a variety of large academic settings and locations, Dr Rahman opened a practice to ensure patients have their best quality of life. Additionally, she hosts the podcast Gyno Girl Presents: Sex, Drugs & Hormones. With the prestigious designation of ISSWSH Fellow (IF) from the International Society for the Study of Women's Sexual Health, Dr. Rahman is at the forefront of innovative approaches to sexual pain and dysfunction. She is an active member of the International Society for Sexual Medicine (ISSM) and holds the Certified Menopause Physician (NCMP) credential from the North American Menopause Society, where she specializes in menopause management for midlife individuals.In this episode, Nada sits down with Dr. Rahman to discuss her Gyno Girl persona and platform. From her early career in obstetrics to her specialty in menopause, Dr. Rahman is passionate about saving lives and sharing knowledge with her patients and online communities. The conversation covers sexual pain, UTIs, pelvic floor issues, and offers a slew of resources to help women navigate the suffering associated with hormones and aging. From books and podcasts to YouTube and Instagram, Gyno Girl wants to connect you to accurate information so you can start living your best middle third. Check out the recommended resources: Estrogen Matters by Avrum Bluming and Carol Tavris, Grown Women Talk by Sharon Malone, The New Menopause by Dr. Mary Claire Haver, Menopause.org, ISSWSH, Dr. Kelly Casperson's podcast, Dr. Lauren Streicher's podcast, and the NYT article. Follow Gyno Girl's podcast, YouTube, and Instagram.Please follow us at @thisislibertyroad on Instagram; we want to share and connect with you and hear your thoughts and comments. Please rate and review this podcast. It helps to know if these conversations inspire and equip you to consider your possibilities and lean into your future with intention. This episode is brought to you by our friends at NativePath. To begin your bone health journey, go to getnativepath.com/LIBERTY for a special 45% off discount for being a Liberty Road listener. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It can be terrifying to have bleeding when you are post-menopause. It's not just about making the midnight run for tampons, it's that stomach-dropping fear that “blood equals cancer” that causes women to spend hours consulting Dr. Google for some reassurance. But, although most women imagine the worst, in most cases, postmenopausal spotting or bleeding is not, is not, an indication of anything serious. How to know WHERE the blood is coming from The 3 causes of Post Menopause VAGINAL WALL BLEEDING What causes Post Menopause CERVICAL BLEEDING Causes of UTERINE BLEEDING post menopause Uterine POLYPS Uterine FIBROIDS  Uterine ATROPHY Post menopause “PERIODS”  Endometrial HYPERPLASIA Uterine CANCER and Pre-cancer The role of ULTRASOUND and saline ultrasound The Why and What to expect of endometrial BIOPSIES When and why a D and C /HYSTEROSCOPY is needed      Link to  newsletter on hormone disrupters:  https://mailchi.mp/drstreicher.com/august-2024-inside-information-newsletter-17984227 For more information on this topic:  The Essential Guide to Hysterectomy Episode 1: Is It Menopause or Some Other Pause? Episode 23: Welcome to Peri-menopause Episode 57 Uterine Cancer: Reducing Your Risk Episode 92 Estrogen Cancer Conundrums? Ep 99 When Bleeding During Perimenopause is the Problem                         Sign up to receive DR. STREICHER'S FREE NEWSLETTER   Dr. Streicher's Inside Information podcast is not intended to replace medical advice and should be used to supplement, not replace, care by your personal healthcare clinician. Dr. Streicher disclaims liability for any medical outcomes that may occur because of applying methods suggested or discussed in this podcast.   Lauren Streicher, MD is a clinical professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine, and the founding medical director of the Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause. She is a certified menopause practitioner of The Menopause Society.                Dr. Streicher is the medical correspondent for Chicago's top-rated news program, the WGN Morning News, and has been seen on The Today Show, Good Morning America, The Oprah Winfrey Show, CNN, NPR, Dr. Radio, Nightline, Fox and Friends, The Steve Harvey Show, CBS This Morning, ABC News Now, NBCNightlyNews,20/20, and World News Tonight. She is an expert source for many magazines and serves on the medical advisory board of The Kinsey Institute, Self Magazine, and Prevention Magazine. She writes a regular column for The Ethel by AARP and Prevention Magazine.                                               Menopause Masterplan Dr. Streicher offers one-on-one and group informational and educational Menopause Masterplan sessions. For more information: https://www.drstreicher.com/menopause-master-plan DrStreicher.com Instagram @DrStreich Facebook  @DrStreicher YouTube  DrStreicherTV LinkedIn @DrStreicher    Books by Lauren Streicher, MD  Slip Sliding Away: Turning Back the Clock on Your Vagina-A gynecologist's guide to eliminating post-menopause dryness and pain Hot Flash Hell: A Gynecologist's Guide to Turning Down the Heat Sex Rx- Hormones, Health, and Your Best Sex Ever The Essential Guide to Hysterectomy                                      To Find a Menopause Clinician Episode 46 Finding a Menopause Clinician Who Will Listen Midi Health  joinmidi.com Midi Health is a telehealth company that provides high-level menopause care and takes insurance in all 50 states. Dr. Streicher is Midi's Medical Director of Education and Community Outreach and is familiar with their medical protocols, which are all regularly updated and set by the top academic menopause experts in the country.  The Menopause Society- Certified Menopause Practitioner List Menopause.org To find a menopause practitioner: https://portal.menopause.org/NAMS/NAMS/Directory/Menopause-Practitioner.aspx Put in your zip code and designate NCMP or CMSP to get a certified menopause practitioner. While all people on this list have passed a competency examination, Dr. Streicher does not vouch for every one of these clinicians. Most are excellent.    Major Medical Centers It also may be helpful to check with major medical centers in your area. Many have menopause clinics or lists of doctors who have an interest and expertise in menopause.    If you are in the Chicago area, the center founded by Dr. Streicher:  The Northwestern Medicine Center for Sexual Medicine and Menopause Sexmedmenopause.nm.org  

In this episode, we kick off a two-part series on how to approach conversations with friends who are hesitant to try weed. Learn from experts about easing concerns around health, safety, and the fear of getting too high. Whether you're looking to educate or simply offer reassurance, we've got the tips to help your friends feel more confident about cannabis. Tune in for a thoughtful discussion that could help break down the barriers of cannabis stigma. Thank you to our guests Caitlyn Krebs, Dr. Jessica Knox, Dominique White, Kia Baker, Rosie Mattio, Dr. Deondra Asike, Coco Meers, Dr. Lauren Streicher, Sandra Guynes, and Kristi Palmer.  “If Cannabis is a part of your life, talk about it more openly. If I'm a mother of four and I'm having these conversations with my daughter and it's my business, I need to be more open about my consumption and have those conversations people so they can get more comfortable around it because the more we're educating, the more we're de-stigmatizing, the more comfort people will be in being at a choice for their life.” - Rosie Mattio If you enjoyed this episode, we'd recommend Episode 122, Where to Start if You're New to Weed- Or Back After a Long Break. Show Notes: Kiva Confections 20% off with code DOTHEPOT Weed & Workouts Menopause 101