Have you exhausted every miraculous anti-aging facial cream in hopes of soothing your dry menopausal skin, only to be left disappointed by persistently dry and lackluster results? It’s high time you uncover the transformative power of bio-identical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) and say goodbye to your skin woes. Menopause not only brings the commonly recognized symptoms, such as hot flashes Read More
Are you dreading menopause because of the horror stories you’ve read online or heard from friends? Fret no further! We’re here to debunk the five major myths surrounding menopause. In this article, we’ll separate fact from fiction and provide the truth about menopause to help you overcome any myths haunting you. Misconceptions about menopause are plentiful. From the belief that Read More
Are you frustrated with various attempts to lose weight despite trying various diets and exercise regimens? Perhaps you have found success only to watch the weight reappear almost magically overnight. Certainly not Disney magic. No overweight princesses there. As the hormone specialist in Flower Mound and Lewisville, Dr. Fliedner has helped patients who have struggled with yo-yo dieting or “weight Read More
Our goal at North Texas Vitality is to come alongside our patients and guide them through health issues and physical transitions such as menopause. It is with this intention that we bring you Dr. Fliedner’s comprehensive guide on navigating menopause. Menopause is a natural phase in a woman’s life, but it often arrives with various challenges and changes both physically Read More
Usually at a time when many women are experiencing some of the most challenging transitions in their life, such as caring for aging parents or preparing their children to go off to college, they are also physically dealing with the symptoms of menopause. As with most transitions, menopause can bring new challenges and concerns, but with a few simple changes Read More
For some women, menopause comes as a relief. Finally, an end to pregnancy worries, monthly cramps, and all of the accompanying paraphernalia. While others fear the transition and the new worries it brings, such as hot flashes, insomnia, and low libido. No matter your perspective, menopause can bring new challenges, but with the help of a menopause specialist, the transition Read More
We often think of hormonal pellets to help women improve menopausal symptoms such as sleeplessness, hot flashes, night sweats, and lack of libido, but did you know that pellets for women can help women prevent long-term degenerative diseases? According to an article published in the National Library of Medicine, “Hormone replacement therapy in young postmenopausal women is a safe and Read More
One of the most important decisions a woman will make is choosing the best ob/gyn for herself. If you are like most women, the thought of revealing the most intimate parts of your body to a doctor is a bit intimidating. Yet, an ob/gyn can be a health partner that, if selected carefully, will advise you through life’s major events–the Read More
Low Female Arousal After Menopause Often, women come to us at North Texas Vitality with all kinds of questions about female arousal after menopause. “Dr., how can I get my sex drive back?” “Why do I take so long to arouse?” “I am afraid I will lose my partner’s interest because of my low libido. What can I do? HELP!” Read More
Are you tired of counting sheep? Along with hormone shifts, hot flashes, and excessive sweating, menopause often brings changes to sleep. If you struggle to fall asleep and stay asleep, you are not alone. The National Sleep Foundation reported that as many as 61% of menopausal women struggle with insomnia. Although menopause serves as the unofficial welcome to middle age, Read More
