symptoms, and learn how hormone therapy can help you feel like yourself again.
Feeling off lately but not sure why? You’re not alone. Whether you’re entering perimenopause or are already navigating menopause, fluctuating hormones can cause a surprising range of symptoms – from the better known hot flashes to the more unexpected issues like anxiety, joint pain or vaginal dryness.
Perimenopause vs Menopause: What’s the Difference?
“Perimenopause is literally the time period around menopause. It is a phase prior to entering into menopause,” explains Dr. Melissa Loseke, Medical Director for Joi + Blokes. “The most common signs that you are going into perimenopause can be very different for each individual female, but we start to look for things like decrease in sleep, more restless sleep, decrease in energy, low libido, weight gain. Overall, just not feeling like yourself.”
Perimenopause can start as early as your late thirties or early forties, and last several years. During this time – hormone levels – especially estrogen and progesterone, fluctuate significantly, often causing irregular periods and a variety of symptoms.
Menopause is defined as the point in time when you haven’t had a period for twelve consecutive months. After this, you’re considered postmenopausal. But while hormone levels stabilize at lower levels, symptoms can still persist.
Did you know? The average age of menopause in the US is 52, but perimenopause can begin up to ten years earlier?
The Wide Range of Menopause Symptoms: From Expected To Surprising
Common Symptoms:
- Hot flashes and night sweats
- Irregular or heavy periods
- Mood swings and irritability
- Fatigue
- Brain fog and memory issues
- Vaginal dryness
- Low libido
Less Expected Symptoms:
- Anxiety and panic attacks
- Depression
- Joint or muscle pain
- Heart palpitations
- Dry, itchy skin
- Burning mouth syndrome
- Electric shock sensations
- Changes in body odour
Your symptoms are valid – even if they’re not talked about. At Joi + Blokes, we’re here to help you feel your best. Not sure where to start? Schedule a consult to see how we can help!
The Role Of Estrogen, Progesterone and Testosterone
Hormones are your body’s chemical messengers, and as they decline, you may experience both physical and emotional symptoms.
- Estrogen helps regulate mood, temperature, vaginal health and bone strength.
- Progesterone has a calming effect and helps balance estrogen’s effects.
- Testosterone is often overlooked in women’s health, but it plays an important role in energy, confidence, muscle mass and libido.
When these hormones drop or fluctuate, it can feel like your body is working against you. That’s where treatment can help.
How Can Hormone Therapy Help?
For many women, hormone replacement therapy can be life changing. HRT can:
- Reduce hot flushes and night sweats.
- Improve mood and sleep
- Support bone health
- Restore libido and vaginal discomfort
- Enhance concentration and mental clarity
At Joi + Blokes, we offer personalized personal hormone treatment plans based on your unique symptoms, health history and goals.
We asked our customers on HRT after 6 months:
- 53% saw increased energy levels
- 37% experienced better sleep
- 29% reported higher libido
“I started struggling with things like chronic fatigue, sleepless nights, anxiousness, belly fat that wouldn’t budge, heavy cycles – you name it, I started to suffer,” explains Ashley Waldorf, a Joi + Blokes customer. But after having her bloodwork done with one of our clinicians, she now feels better than ever. “I’m finally regaining my energy, my mood is better – no more anxiousness. I’m feeling back to myself,” she states.
Take The First Step Toward Feeling Like YOU Again
✨Hormone therapy isn’t just about managing symptoms – it’s about restoring quality of life.
✨Joi + Blokes offers personalized, clinician=led care without judgement.
✨Start by booking a 1:1 consultation today.
Menopause doesn’t have to be miserable. With the right support, it can be the beginning of a healthier, more empowered chapter.
