What's Happening Down There? Menopause Problems No One Talks About (Part 1)

Today I'm talking about the 3 most challenging changes that happen "down there" as a result of menopause, along with solutions for each one. Women often suffer in silence from many horrible, often painful symptoms associated with decreased levels of estrogen and other reproductive hormones, as a result of menopause and perimenopause. It's time to speak more openly about these challenges, so women understand what's happening with their bodies and can get adequate healthcare. ________________________________ 0:00 - Introduction 0:59 - Dry Vagina 4:22 - Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) 7:11 - Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) 7:49 - Importance of talking to your doctor 9:22 - Conclusion ________________________________ Helpful/interesting articles mentioned in the video: https://www.webmd.com/men/ss/slidesho... https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/arti... https://www.healthywomen.org/your-hea... https://www.mayoclinic.org/drugs-supp... ________________________________ ♡ SUBSCRIBE TO MY CHANNEL & be part of the Thrive After 45 Community!    / @renahedeman   ♡ YOUTUBE:    / @renahedeman   ♡ INSTAGRAM:   / thriveafter45   ♡ LINKEDIN:   / rena-hedeman   ♡ WEBSITE: https://thriveafter45.com ________________________________ This video is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, and prescription or recommendation. You should not make any change in your health regimen before first consulting a physician and obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and recommendation. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding menopause, perimenopause or any other medical condition. #perimenopause #menopauseawareness #thriveafter45