Estrogen Down There? Here's Everything You Need to Know
4/20/202618 min
So you've heard about hot flashes and night sweats. Maybe you've even heard about brain fog. But nobody sat you down and said: by the way, the tissue of your entire pelvic region is completely dependent on estrogen to stay healthy. And when it drops, everything changes. And most women have no idea, because no one told them. But here's what Tamsen wants you to know: there are actual treatments for this and most women have never been told they exist. Whether you're on hormone therapy or never plan to be, this is its own conversation entirely. You'll learn:
- What GSM is, why 100% of women experience it to some degree, and why it gets worse if you wait
- The symptoms most women quietly adapt to without realizing they don't have to
- Why the most common treatment is considered safe even for women who've been told hormones are off the table
- How recurrent UTIs in menopause are connected to estrogen loss and what actually treats the
- What to bring to your doctor and how to ask for it This episode is part of the How to Menopause series, where Tamsen goes deeper on each chapter of her book right here on the podcast. Less than twenty minutes, everything you need to know. Stay connected with Tamsen: Get Tamsen's newsletter filled with free tools to living better, feeling stronger, and knowing you’re never alone Get Tamsen’s NYT instant bestselling book, How To Menopause Free Resources from Tamsen Watch all the episodes on YouTube Follow Tamsen on Instagram The Tamsen Show on Instagram Follow Tamsen on TikTok Medical Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical concerns or treatment options. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of The Tamsen Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Transcript preview
First 90 secondsTamsen Fadal· Host0:00
Today's podcast is sponsored by Midi Health. So many women tell me the same thing. They finally speak up about brain fog, exhaustion, or anxiety, and they're brushed off or told it's just stress or age. That kind of dismissal makes you question your own body. Midi changes that by offering expert insurance-covered virtual care that actually understands midlife and treats women like they matter. Ready to feel your best and write your second act script? Visit joinmidi.com/tamson today to book your personalized insurance-covered virtual visit. That's joinmidi.com/tamson. Midi, the care women deserve.
Speaker 10:39
Tammy regularly hauls stuff to her kids at college. That's why she shops at BJ's Wholesale Club, saving up to 25% off grocery store prices. Beef jerky, microwave meals, laundry pods even they can't screw up. Have you met my kids? And with BJ's gas, she gets there for less. They call me the Road Warrior. This is your home, Road Warrior mom, home of the save. Join for just $20 at bjs.com/grandprairie and save 10 cents a gallon on gas for six months. Open soon. Limited time offer. New members only. BJ's, home of the save.
Tamsen Fadal· Host1:09
[upbeat music] Welcome back to the Tamson Show. Happy Monday. I am so excited you're here with us. So this is my How to Menopause series, where I'm taking my book and going even deeper, one subject at a time. We never had a chance to do this, so if you don't have the book