Women's Health

What women's health concerns are evaluated?

Perimenopause & Menopause Care

You're not imagining it. You're not lazy. And "normal labs" don't always mean optimal health. Perimenopause and menopause can affect sleep, weight, energy, mood, libido, metabolism, bone health, and cardiovascular risk — often all at once, and often years before your last period. At HHC, we take the time to evaluate the full picture: symptoms, thyroid, metabolic health, body composition, sleep, cardiovascular risk, and hormones when appropriate. Then we build a plan around you. Women's health needs naturally change over time, particularly during perimenopause and menopause. Hormonal shifts can affect nearly every system in the body, sometimes years before a woman's final menstrual period.

What We Help With:

• Hot flashes and night sweats
• Poor sleep and disrupted rest
• Weight gain and body composition changes
• Fatigue and low energy
• Brain fog and difficulty concentrating
• Low libido
• Mood changes and anxiety
• Hair and skin changes
• Thyroid concerns
• Bone health
• Metabolic and cardiovascular risk after menopause

Rather than focusing on a single symptom, Hartselle Health Co. looks at how these concerns may be connected to create a personalized plan that supports long-term health and wellness.

What can my evaluation include?

Every woman's health journey is unique. Depending on individual symptoms and health history, an evaluation may include:

• A comprehensive symptom review and menstrual or menopause history
• Thyroid assessment
• Hormone testing when clinically appropriate
• Metabolic laboratory testing and ApoB cardiovascular risk evaluation
• Body composition analysis
• Sleep screening
• Bone health assessment with DEXA referral when indicated
• Development of a personalized treatment plan

This comprehensive approach helps identify factors that may contribute to symptoms while supporting better health now and in the future.

What treatments are available?

Treatment recommendations are individualized based on each patient's goals, medical history, and evaluation findings. Care may include:

• Lifestyle and nutrition guidance
• Strength training recommendations
• Body composition and metabolic optimization plans
• Sleep optimization strategies
• FDA-approved hormone replacement therapy (HRT) when appropriate
• Non-hormonal treatment options when hormone therapy is not recommended
• Medical weight loss support when clinically appropriate
• Ongoing monitoring and follow-up visits to track progress and adjust treatment as needed

The goal is to help women improve their quality of life while supporting healthy aging and reducing long-term health risks whenever possible.

How often should I schedule women's health visits?

The frequency of women's health visits depends on individual needs, age, symptoms, and treatment goals. Many women benefit from annual wellness visits, while those managing perimenopause, menopause, thyroid conditions, metabolic concerns, or hormone therapy may require more frequent follow-up appointments to monitor progress and adjust treatment plans.

Whether seeking answers for new symptoms or ongoing support through hormonal changes, Hartselle Health Co. provides comprehensive, personalized care focused on helping women feel healthier, stronger, and more confident through every stage of life. When ready to schedule an appointment, call Hartselle Health Co. or request a visit online today.