Menopause Treatment in Wesley Chapel, FL
Hot flashes, sleepless nights, mood swings, and a sudden drop in energy can make menopause feel like your body is working against you. At Qvita Health and Wellness, Peggy Demetriou, ARNP, FNP-BC, helps women in Wesley Chapel and the surrounding communities understand what’s happening during perimenopause and menopause and find personalized relief through hormone testing, bioidentical hormone therapy, and whole-person wellness care.
What Is Menopause?
Menopause is the natural point in a woman’s life when menstrual periods stop permanently, officially confirmed after 12 consecutive months without a period. Most women reach menopause between ages 45 and 55, though the transition, called perimenopause, can begin several years earlier. During this time, the ovaries gradually produce less estrogen and progesterone, and testosterone levels decline as well.
Because these hormones influence nearly every system in your body, from your brain and bones to your skin and metabolism, the effects of menopause reach far beyond the reproductive system. Some women move through the transition with few complaints, while others experience symptoms that disrupt sleep, work, relationships, and overall quality of life. As part of our women’s health services, we help you understand where you are in the transition and what options are available.
Common Symptoms of Perimenopause and Menopause
Menopause symptoms vary widely from woman to woman. Some of the most common include:
- Hot flashes and night sweats
- Difficulty falling or staying asleep
- Irritability, anxiety, or mood changes
- Fatigue and low energy
- Brain fog and trouble concentrating
- Vaginal dryness and discomfort during intimacy
- Low libido
- Weight gain, especially around the abdomen
- Thinning hair and drier, less elastic skin
- Bladder leakage or urinary incontinence
Lower estrogen levels also accelerate bone loss, which raises the risk of osteoporosis, and can affect cholesterol levels and heart health. That’s why menopause care is about more than symptom relief; it’s an important opportunity for preventive health.
How We Evaluate Menopause Symptoms
Your visit begins with a detailed conversation about your symptoms, menstrual history, family history, and health goals. We use in-office blood work through our lab services to measure hormone levels and screen for other conditions that can mimic menopause, such as thyroid disorders, anemia, or vitamin deficiencies. Depending on your history, we may also discuss hereditary cancer risk testing, bone health, and cardiovascular screening.
Menopause Treatment Options at Qvita Health and Wellness
There is no one-size-fits-all approach to menopause. Your personalized plan may include:
- Bioidentical hormone therapy: Hormones that share the same molecular structure as your body’s own can ease hot flashes, night sweats, sleep problems, and vaginal dryness. Learn more about bioidentical hormone therapy.
- Peptide therapy: Certain peptides may support energy, sleep quality, libido, and recovery.
- Medical weight management: Hormonal shifts make weight harder to manage. Our medical weight loss program and InBody body composition analysis help you protect muscle while losing fat.
- Feminine wellness treatments: EmpowerRF vaginal rejuvenation can address dryness, laxity, and bladder leakage without surgery.
- Nutritional support: IV vitamin infusions can help replenish nutrients and support energy.
- Skin and hair support: Collagen loss accelerates after menopause. Treatments for skin laxity and hair thinning can help you look as vibrant as you feel.
Ongoing Support Through Every Stage
Menopause is a transition, not a single event, and your needs may change over time. We monitor your symptoms and lab results, adjust your treatment as needed, and continue to provide preventive screenings such as well-woman exams and clinical breast exams so you stay healthy for years to come.
Menopause FAQs
At what age does menopause usually start?
Most women reach menopause between ages 45 and 55, with the average around 51. Perimenopause symptoms can begin several years earlier, often in the early to mid-40s.
How do I know if I’m in perimenopause?
Irregular periods, hot flashes, sleep changes, and mood shifts in your 40s are common signs. Hormone testing at our office can help clarify where you are in the transition.
Is bioidentical hormone therapy safe for menopause?
For many women, bioidentical hormone therapy is a safe and effective option when prescribed after a thorough evaluation and monitored with regular lab work. Your provider will review your personal and family history before recommending treatment.
Can menopause cause weight gain?
Yes. Declining estrogen and natural muscle loss can slow metabolism and shift weight to the abdomen. Our medical weight loss program can help.
What helps with vaginal dryness after menopause?
Options include hormone therapy and non-surgical EmpowerRF treatments that improve tissue health, comfort, and bladder control.
How long do menopause symptoms last?
Symptoms often last several years, and some women experience hot flashes for a decade or longer. Treatment can significantly improve comfort during that time.
Do I need a referral for menopause care?
No referral is needed. Call (813) 501-4130 to schedule a visit with our team.
Find Relief From Menopause Symptoms
You don’t have to simply push through menopause. Call Qvita Health and Wellness at (813) 501-4130 or request an appointment online to discuss hormone testing and personalized treatment in Wesley Chapel.