Moment: How Hormone Imbalance in Women can Cause Your Vagina to Actually Shrink

Get ready to dive into the world of women's pelvic health and hormone therapy. Dr. Rena Malik will shed light on the impact of hormone deficiency on the pelvic floor muscles, and how it can lead to urinary incontinence and other related symptoms. We'll explore the effectiveness of hormone therapy in addressing overactive bladder and vulvovaginal atrophy, along with safe and effective treatment options. Plus, get ready for valuable insights into the anatomy, microbiome, and the impact of hormone therapy on urinary tract health. Become a Member to Receive Exclusive Content: https://renamalik.supercast.com Schedule an appointment with me: https://www.renamalikmd.com/appointments ▶️Chapters: 00:00 Hormonal Effects on Pelvic Floor 01:07 Stress Urinary Incontinence and Hormone Therapy 02:07 Vulvovaginal Atrophy: Anatomy and Symptoms 03:58 Effects of Estrogen Loss on Genital Tissues 05:19 Role of Estrogen in Preventing UTIs 06:28 Options for Treating Genital Urinary Syndrome of Menopause 07:39 Vaginal Moisturizers and Lubricants 08:20 Types of Lubricants and Considerations 09:18 Oral Medications and Laser Therapy Let's Connect!: WEBSITE: http://www.renamalikmd.com YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@RenaMalikMD INSTAGRAM: http://www.instagram.com/RenaMalikMD TWITTER: http://twitter.com/RenaMalikMD FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/RenaMalikMD/ LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/renadmalik PINTEREST: https://www.pinterest.com/renamalikmd/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/RenaMalikMD ------------------------------------------------------ DISCLAIMER: This podcast is purely educational and does not constitute medical advice. The content of this podcast is my personal opinion, and not that of my employer(s). Use of this information is at your own risk. Rena Malik, M.D. will not assume any liability for any direct or indirect losses or damages that may result from the use of information contained in this podcast including but not limited to economic loss, injury, illness or death. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices