Menopause Care & Symptom Relief
Menopause is a natural transition, but hot flashes, sleepless nights, vaginal dryness, and mood changes can make everyday life difficult. At Marina OB/GYN, our board-certified providers offer personalized menopause care, including hormone replacement therapy and non-hormonal options, to help women across Los Angeles County feel like themselves again.
Book OnlineUnderstanding Menopause and Perimenopause
Menopause is officially reached 12 months after your last menstrual period, usually between ages 45 and 55. The years leading up to it, known as perimenopause, can bring unpredictable periods and a wide range of symptoms as estrogen and progesterone levels rise and fall. Some women also experience menopause earlier because of surgery, such as removal of the ovaries during a hysterectomy, or certain medical treatments.
Common Menopause Symptoms
- Hot flashes and night sweats
- Irregular or heavy periods during perimenopause
- Trouble sleeping
- Mood changes, anxiety, or irritability
- Vaginal dryness and pain during intercourse
- Decreased libido
- Bladder leakage or urinary incontinence
- Weight gain and changes in metabolism
Menopause Treatment Options
There is no one-size-fits-all approach to menopause. Our providers review your symptoms, health history, and personal preferences to build a plan that works for you.
- Hormone replacement therapy: HRT is the most effective treatment for hot flashes and night sweats and helps protect bone health.
- CO2 vaginal laser: The CO2 vaginal laser restores moisture and elasticity to vaginal tissue without hormones.
- Vaginal rejuvenation: Vaginal rejuvenation can improve comfort, sensation, and mild bladder leakage.
- Weight management: Our medically supervised weight loss program addresses the metabolic changes of midlife.
- Non-hormonal medications and lifestyle guidance: Options for women who cannot or prefer not to use hormones.
Protecting Your Long-Term Health
Menopause is also an important time to focus on prevention. Lower estrogen levels increase the risk of osteoporosis and heart disease, so we continue routine well-woman exams, recommend appropriate screenings, and help you stay healthy for years to come.
Menopause Care Near You
Marina OB/GYN helps women navigate menopause with confidence at offices in Marina Del Rey, Hawthorne, South Gate, Carson, Long Beach, Torrance, and Los Angeles. Explore other conditions we treat or our complete list of OB/GYN services.
Menopause FAQs
What age does menopause usually start?
Most women reach menopause between ages 45 and 55, with an average age of 51. Perimenopause symptoms can begin several years earlier.
How long do menopause symptoms last?
Symptoms such as hot flashes typically last several years, though some women experience them for a decade or longer.
Is hormone replacement therapy safe?
For many healthy women under 60 or within 10 years of menopause, HRT is safe and effective. Your provider will review your personal risks before recommending it.
What helps with vaginal dryness after menopause?
Options include vaginal moisturizers, low-dose vaginal estrogen, and the CO2 vaginal laser, which restores tissue health without hormones.
Can I still get pregnant during perimenopause?
Yes. Pregnancy is possible until you have gone 12 months without a period, so continue using birth control until your provider confirms menopause.
Why am I gaining weight during menopause?
Hormonal changes slow metabolism and shift fat storage to the abdomen. Our weight loss program can help.
Is bleeding after menopause normal?
No. Any bleeding after menopause should be evaluated promptly by your gynecologist.