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The Body Aches Of Menopause-There Is Hope!
Menopausal Musculoskeletal Pain: A Manageable Condition In my menopause practice, I see more women complaining of musculoskeletal pain...

Christa Waymire
Feb 214 min read


Why Is HIIT Getting So Much Hate?
High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) has long been praised as an efficient and effective workout for burning fat, building strength,...

Christa Waymire
Feb 155 min read


HRT for Gynecologic Cancer Survivors – Part 2: Ovarian Cancer
For many women, menopause symptoms after cancer treatment can be severe, especially when menopause is induced by surgery. Women who have...

Christa Waymire
Feb 155 min read


GLP-1s for Weight Loss: Benefits and Considerations
How GLP-1s Work GLP-1 receptor agonists (glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists) work by mimicking the body's natural GLP-1 hormone,...

Christa Waymire
Feb 83 min read


Best Walking Routines During (Peri)Menopause
As a physician in my late 40s and focused on menopause care, I know firsthand how challenging weight management can feel during this...

Christa Waymire
Feb 23 min read


HRT for Gynecologic Cancer Survivors – Part 1: Endometrial Cancer
Menopause can be challenging for any woman, but for those who have undergone treatment for gynecologic cancers, it is often more severe...

Christa Waymire
Jan 304 min read


Hormone Pellets: Why I Don’t Use Them in My Practice
Recently, several patients have asked if I offer pellets in my practice, and the answer is no. I also have patients who switched to my...

Christa Waymire
Jan 281 min read


Testosterone and Menopause: What Women Deserve to Know
Testosterone is often thought of as a hormone associated with men, but it plays a crucial role in women’s health too. In fact, women have...

Christa Waymire
Jan 234 min read


Endometriosis and Menopausal Hormone Therapy
Understanding Endometriosis and Menopause Management Endometriosis is a condition where tissue similar to the lining of the uterus...

Christa Waymire
Jan 92 min read


Why I Chose a Direct Care Model for My Menopause Practice
Hi, it’s Dr. Christa Waymire! I’ve been getting a common question lately: Why don’t I take insurance in my menopause-focused practice?...

Christa Waymire
Jan 42 min read


Who Can You Trust for Menopause Information?
First, I want to say that I love when a patient arrives at my clinic already educated about what (peri)menopause is and what menopause...

Christa Waymire
Dec 19, 20243 min read


Understanding Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause (GSM): A Common and Treatable Condition
At Dragonfly Menopause Care, one topic I frequently address with patients is the Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause (GSM) . GSM refers...

Christa Waymire
Dec 15, 20242 min read


Breast Cancer, Menopause, AND Hormone Therapy
Menopausal Breast Cancer Survivor Awareness about menopause and breast cancer has grown significantly, but an important group is often...

Christa Waymire
Dec 1, 20242 min read


Choosing the Right Menopause Care Provider
With menopause finally getting the attention it deserves, many women are searching for the right provider to help manage their symptoms....

Christa Waymire
Nov 25, 20242 min read


Menopause, Hormones, and Epilepsy: What You Need to Know
I recently had the privilege of seeing a remarkable, intelligent patient with epilepsy who sought my expertise as a menopause specialist...

Christa Waymire
Nov 24, 20249 min read


Do You Know More About Menopause Than Your Physician?
At Dragonfly Menopause Care, I recognize that many women today are highly informed about menopause and eager to discuss options like...

Christa Waymire
Nov 11, 20243 min read


Understanding Menopausal Insomnia: Tips for Managing Sleep Issues and Night Sweats
Menopause is a time of change- several unwelcome changes, the most disruptive of these changes are sleep issues—especially insomnia and...

Christa Waymire
Nov 7, 20244 min read


You've Lost that Lovin' Feeling- Menopause and Libido
One of the most frustrating symptoms of menopause and perimenopause can be a loss of libido. This can happen for many reasons, including...

Christa Waymire
Oct 19, 20242 min read


Understanding and Managing Hot Flashes
Hot flashes and menopause and how to get relief

Christa Waymire
Sep 30, 20242 min read


What Causes Natural Menopause? A Deeper Discussion.
Natural menopause happens in women who haven’t had surgery, chemotherapy, or other treatments that bring on menopause. It occurs when a...

Christa Waymire
Sep 22, 20242 min read
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