How To Spot The First Signs Of Menopause And What To Do Next – Dr. Naomi Potter Explains

I see so many women, with so many symptoms and confusion about what is happening to them, and why, that I wanted to break it down for you. So here is a Clinic Cheat Sheet to help break it down for you! In this episode of my Is it Hot in here? podcast, I break down the signs and symptoms we go through in clinic to establish if they are related to perimenopause, general ageing, or other medical conditions - be they psychological, physical or emotional – and clarify the different symptom management and treatment options. From brain fog and burnout to skin and hair changes, low libido, joint pain and allergies, we cover it all. So whether you are wondering if what you’re feeling is “just ageing,” or you’ve already started HRT and want to understand more, this episode will really help. Stay up to date with Is It Hot In Here? podcast on Instagram @hotinherepodcast_drnaomipotter Follow Dr. Naomi Potter below: Naomi’s Instagram: @dr_naomipotter Is It Hot In Here’s Instagram: @hotinherepodcast_drnaomipotter Naomi’s TikTok: @dr_naomipotter Naomi’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/18evLF7Fep/?mibextid=wwXIfr For more information and support about menopause, you can go to: https://www.menopausecare.co.uk/ Submit a question for Naomi to read at: [email protected] #menopause #perimenopause #menopausesymptoms Chapters 00:00:00 Intro 00:00:23 What Dr Naomi asks women in clinic (are they perimenopausal?) 00:01:19 What are you currently experiencing? 00:01:52 Spotting menopause symptoms 00:02:33 Physical menopause symptoms (eye changes, hearing changes, skin changes, gut changes, libido etc.) 00:03:33 Psychological menopause symptoms (low mood, anxiety, dementia-like symptoms, brain fog etc.) 00:04:32 Rage in menopause 00:05:15 Other medical conditions alongside menopause 00:06:14 Medications alongside menopause 00:06:41 How your lifestyle impacts menopause 00:07:15 Family history and menopause 00:09:20 Hair changes during menopause 00:10:41 Skin changes during menopause 00:12:50 Libido changes during menopause 00:14:00 Loss of motivation during menopause 00:15:02 Brain fog during menopause 00:16:52 Allergies during menopause 00:18:12 Is it menopause or just ageing? 00:19:05 How to get help 00:19:57 What does HRT do in menopause? 00:20:37 Why you should take yourself seriously (you DO matter!) 00:21:19 What to do if you have more questions about menopause