The Difference Between Perimenopause and Menopause and Why it Matters | Dr. Jerilynn Prior

Learn about the difference between perimenopause and menopause as Dr. Jerilynn Prior explains the symptoms, hormone management, and care that women need to be aware of.Episode SummaryIn this episode of Fempower Health, host Georgie Kovacs interviews Dr. Jerilynn Prior about perimenopause. Dr. Jerilynn Prior is a professor of endocrinology at the University of British Columbia with over 40 years of research in women's health and hormones. She shares facts women need to know about perimenopause vs. menopause, explains the fluctuating perimenopause hormone levels, and emphasizes the proper care women deserve during this significant life phase.Key Discussion Points:The differences between perimenopause and menopauseWhy perimenopausal women experience high and erratic estrogen levelsThe importance of tracking progesterone levels to manage perimenopausal symptomsHow perimenopause itself can cause heavy menstrual flowThe role of stress hormones in exacerbating perimenopausal symptomsPractical tips for women to advocate for themselves during perimenopauseThe significance of emotional and physiological transitions during perimenopause“We must differentiate between these two phases [menopause and perimenopause] if we're going to deliver proper care and be accurate scientists.” - Dr Jerilynn PriorRelated to this episode:Resources on Perimenopause and MenopauseReview the TRELOAR (Now TREMIN) Study which is referenced when discussing the patterns of menstrual cycles during perimenopause​​Learn more about progesterone dosingLearn more about vaginal estrogen cream vs. tablet Learn about hot flashes and demographicsLearn about stress and hot flashes Learn more about the Centre for Menstrual Cycle and Ovulation Research (CeMCOR)Follow CeMCOR on Instagram and Facebook Learn more about Dr. Jerilynn Prior**Top 50 Health Podcast of 2024** Want men to better understand how to support you during your menopause journey! Tell us what you want them to know.If you're passionate about advancing women's health, there are many ways you can support the Fempower Health Podcast. Here's how:Subscribe and Listen: Tune in to new episodes every Tuesday by subscribing to the Fempower Health Podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify or your favorite podcast platform. Your regular listenership is invaluable!Leave a...