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Dr. Natalie McCulloch

UTIs & Menopause: Understanding the Link and Treatment Options

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By Natalie McCulloch, Naturopathic Doctor Menopause is a natural biological process that marks the end of a woman’s reproductive life. While menopause comes with several physical and psychological changes, one issue that often goes undiscussed is the increased risk of urinary tract infections (UTIs). UTIs are bacterial infections that affect the urinary system, and women in their menopausal years are more prone to these infections than any other time in […]

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Angelique Montano-Bresolin

The Lowdown on Vulvar Moisturization

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By Angelique Montano-Bresolin Pelvic Health Physiotherapist If you’ve ever heard someone mention that they were using something to moisturize their lady lips, you would probably be thinking, ‘Say What???’ Yes ladies, vulvar moisturization can be a game changer for many individuals who struggle with dryness ‘down there’. In this blog, I’ll take you on a quick ride to help you explore the option of vulvar moisturization – what it is,

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MyUTI

Understanding the Link between Biofilms and UTIs

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By Megan Henken, Co-founder MyUTI Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are a common issue for women, and they can be particularly troublesome during perimenopause and menopause. Changes in the urinary tract during this time can make women more susceptible to recurrent UTIs. Two factors that can contribute to this are biofilms and hormonal changes. Biofilms are slimy, protective coatings that bacteria can create on surfaces, including those within the urinary tract.

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Dr. Kara Dionisio

Exploring Hormone and Non-Hormone Treatments for Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause

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By Dr. Kara Dionisio Naturopathic Doctor & North American Menopause Society Certified Practitioner I’ll never forget the day my patient told me her vagina had “gone Gobi”. I wasn’t quite sure what she meant until she clarified, “Dr. Kara, like the Gobi Desert!”. She went on to explain how dry and uncomfortable it was “down there”, and how much it was impacting her life.  I was glad she told me

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Pelvic Health Support

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Kegel Assessment Lubricant Guide Food & Symptom Tracker ADENOMYOSIS About A thickening of the uterus Occurs when endometrial tissues moves into the uterus’ outer muscular walls May result in an adenomyoma, which is a mass/growth inside the uterus Potential Causes Unknown More common in women who have had multiple children Symptoms Painful menstruation A uterus that is 2-3x its normal size Can be asymptomatic Diagnosis A pelvic exam that reveals

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