Perimenopause can be confusing and frustrating. Symptoms can significantly affect your quality of life when you’re at the peak of your career, finally enjoying time alone with your partner, or hope to find more time for hobbies. Our free guide discusses the many treatment options available to manage symptoms.

To know Holly Thacker, MD, is to quickly discover the passion and work she accomplishes on behalf of women – especially those navigating their way through midlife.The nationally recognized leader in women’s health, who has a lengthy accomplishments list that includes serving as professor at Lerner College of Medicine at Case Western Reserve University and prior leadership roles for the North American Menopause Society and the National Osteoporosis Foundation, views such responsibilities as…

Drs. Elim Shih and Heather Hirsch discuss the latest groundbreaking medical updates for women, including highlights from the 2015 National American Menopause Society meeting and Addyi, the first medication for women suffering from low sexual desire.

I’m 32 yrs old and married, but I never feel the appetite to have sex.

I am 52 years old and post-menopausal. In January, I had a surgical biopsy of my breast following the discovery of "pre-cancerous" or "high risk" cells. No cancer was found, but my doctor stopped my hormone therapy anyway. Almost immediately, I developed osteoporosis and severe vaginal dryness.

I am taking Actonel now for osteoporosis, but am having difficulty with the cost. Less expensive options have more serious side effects. I have yet to find a non-estrogen remedy for vaginal dryness that works for me. Is there a compelling reason not to go back on hormone therapy?

Holiday ingredients create an easy festive bar cookie.

This recipe is from Holly Clegg's trim&TERRIFIC Too Hot in the Kitchen: Secrets to Sizzle at Any Age - 200 Simple and Sassy Recipes.

The medication, Addyi, is now available in select pharmacies by approved prescribers. Below is Dr. Holly L. Thacker's, Executive Director of Speaking of Women's Health, statement for the upcoming Innovation Summit where flibanserin is listed as one of the Top 10 Innovations of the year.

I am 34 years and I have one child and I am not looking to have another. I have high blood pressure and my first child was a risk. What are my options for permanent sterilization?

I can’t seem to have an orgasm. I need help, please.

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The withdrawal of postmenopausal hormone therapy can raise the risks for cardiovascular mortality and stroke, particularly in the first year after discontinuation and in recently menopausal women, according to research in The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism.“Our findings question the safety of annual discontinuation practice to evaluate whether a woman could manage without HT,” Tomi S. Mikkola, MD, PhD, of the department of obstetrics and gynecology at Helsinki University…

What can I do for my husband and I to enjoy sex?

Dr. Holly L. Thacker discusses the difference between pap smears and pelvic exams. She recommends women still see their doctor every year whether they need a pelvic exam or a pap smear.

Today, only a subset of patients with Major Depressive Disorder respond to conventional treatments like antidepressants and psychotherapy. Dr. Murat Altinay discusses how Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) can help these patients.

Easier than a sweet potato casserole but with the same sweet flavors — candied yams at their finest with a surprise of cayenne to add just a slight kick! This recipe is from Holly Clegg's trim&TERRIFIC KITCHEN 101: Secrets to Cooking Confidence: Cooking Basics Plus 150 Easy Healthy Recipes.

This Eggplant Beef Bake is from Holly Clegg's Trim & Terrific Gulf Coast Favorites: Over 250 easy recipes from my Louisiana Kitchen. Plentiful amounts of eggplant, beef, marinara and cheese give you an instant, one-dish casserole great for everyday meals.

Addyi®, FDA-Approved Medication For HSDD Hooray! The first ever FDA approved medication for Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder (HSDD) is now finally a reality. Officially known as Flibanserin or Addyi®, it has been also been called the "Pink Viagra" by lay commentators. Many women suffer with low sexual desire, which can cause significant distress. Many women want to be more engaged and be able to enjoy sexual activity rather than just going through the motions. Women finally have a new option…

Read Dr. Holly L. Thacker’s column on the ‘hot topic’ of the recent approval of Flibanserin (Addyi) for the treatment of hypoactive sexual desire disorder (HSDD) for pre-menopausal women.

Every woman knows that menopause is in her future. But most women don’t realize that they’ll spend far more time in perimenopause than in menopause. Or that postmenopause will last longer than perimenopause and menopause combined. In this infographic, we explain each stage of menopause, how long it lasts and why symptoms occur. Empower yourself — learn about this natural phase in every woman’s life. Then pass it on to your sisters and girlfriends! Download our free Menopause Treatment Guide…

I am a 79-year-old woman concerned about gluten. I love cream of wheat. Generally speaking, should I avoid eating cream of wheat or eat it in moderation?

For your reference, I have heartburn and osteoporosis. I am a breast cancer survivor and have had a lumpectomy and hysterectomy.