The Shocking Way Estrogen Impacts your Brain, Skin, Weight & More! | Menopause Symptoms

In this episode, we discuss estrogen and its impact on the body's various systems. From its role in reducing inflammation and joint damage in arthritis to its influence on brain function, mood regulation, and cardiovascular health, estrogen holds significant sway over our overall well-being. We'll explore how estrogen deficiency during menopause can lead to a range of symptoms affecting the skin, bones, joints, mood, and more. Dr. Rena Malik takes us through the latest research on hormone therapy, the benefits and risks, and the potential impact on conditions such as osteoporosis, genitourinary syndrome of menopause, and Alzheimer's disease. Join us as we uncover the multifaceted effects of estrogen and its implications for health and vitality.

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▶️Chapters:

0:00:00 - Introduction
0:01:43 - Menopause and Perimenopause
0:02:54 - Impact of estrogen on skin and bone health
0:06:21 - Dr. Malik's practice approach and patient care philosophy
0:07:52 - Estrogen's influence on brain health, memory, and cognitive functions
0:10:16 - Lifestyle tips for improving brain health and physical activity
0:11:11 - Weight management during menopause and the role of estrogen
0:12:54 - Estrogen's impact on bone health, osteoporosis risk, and prevention
0:15:35 - Screening and risk factors for bone health
0:17:58 - Hormone therapy for bone health and joint health
0:21:49 - Pain perception, mood changes, and estrogen's role in menopause
0:24:30 - Estrogen's impact on mood and neurotransmitter regulation
0:28:28 - Hormone therapy's impact on depression and heart health during menopause
0:32:36 - Vasomotor symptoms in menopause, sleep disorders, and their treatment
0:36:04 - Pelvic floor dysfunction, urinary incontinence, and vulvovaginal atrophy
0:40:59 - Treatment options for genitourinary syndrome of menopause
0:45:50 - Overall benefits of estrogen therapy and contraindications for hormone therapy
0:47:11 - Conclusion

Menopausal Hormone Replacement Therapy and Reduction of All-Cause Mortality and Cardiovascular Disease: It’s About Time and Timing:
Hormone Replacement Therapy and Cardiovascular Disease:
Menopause Practice: A Clinician's Guide. United States, North American Menopause Society, 2014.

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Rena Malik, MD is a urologist and pelvic surgeon on youtube to educate people about all things urology including erectile dysfunction, how to increase testosterone, problems with sex, premature ejaculation, urinary leakage, or incontinence, overactive bladder, urinary tract infections, prostate issues and more.

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[myoung]

I'm only 25 but I love learning about menopause because it's so important to know about and nobody talks about it! I am so happy to see people discussing this now, it is a huge part of our lives. I'd argue, even bigger than puberty.
This is going to probably sound stupid but I just don't understand why our bodies do this if it causes sooo many issues? Now I don't want periods forever, but it just seems like lack of hormones causes a lot of pretty big issues with our bodies, so why?

[planojag]

Thank you again much for this Rena! I am post 50 now and am really paying attention to what's going on with my body (and my wife's body) and am trying to make better decisions on what we need to do to remain healthy. You probably don't know how much you are helping us but please know that we really appreciate what you're doing for us.

[robdog]

Dr Malik,
I am 68 yr male wife of over 35 years 63 years young.
We watch your content, I consider us open and comfortable with all things sexual. That said your content on men and womens health has broaden our knowledge and discussion.
I went on TRT and Wife on Estrogen therapy ~ 1 year ago.
We both feel our intimacy is the best ever. Real game changer for us.
Thank you for your professional candid content.

BTW really enjoyed you letting us to get to know your mom and your relationship.
She is soooo sweet your love and admortion for her is so evident!

Keep it coming!

[SoloAdventureDiva]

I would like to understand more about early menopause - I had a hysterectomy at 30 ( endometriosis, PCOS, cyst rupture, fibroids) so I am 7 years in. Thanks for talking about these topics, it has made me realize I need to see a doctor like you.

[catboxcleaner]

This morning, I see new, small, red blood vessels on one of my cheeks, and I wonder, “What the heck are these, and where do they come from?” Thinking I will try to ask my dermatologist at next visit, but Dr. is usually so rushed, I can barely get a word in. Enter Dr. Malik, with her explanation regarding effects of estrogen levels dropping. Here I am, 51, with irregular menses, having missed the last two months, being armed with knowledge about the role of hormones in the body. Thank you, Dr. Malik.

[garyr]

This is an incredibly detailed and enormously useful presentation
In layman’s terms
Such high quality content
And I say this as a man
Thank you
I’ll share it with women I care about with discretion of course

[JuanMarco]

Goodness, if only I hadn't found this very informative segment.... I wouldn't still have understood women...

Thanks Doc, for this!👍👍👍

Happy New Year to you and ur team🙏🙏🙏

[LarryFasnacht]

You terrified me. I watched this as my wife has recently been diagnosed with breast cancer and they have put her on an anti-estrogen (post bilateral mastectomy ) treatment as her cancer was 100% positive for estrogen receptors. And now I know about all the horrible effects of reduced estrogen. Any advise?

[kandid]

Thank you! This is one of the most clear and concise breakdowns of menopause . I have not always liked the interviews of you I have seen. Absolutely masterful! ❤❤❤

[riverdeep]

I'm proud to say that my fire station has a course to inform staff, especially on the front line about menopause. This is valuable information to adds to that and I will recomend this podcast. Thank you. 😊

[Thaythichgiachanh]

Thank you for covering the topic so comprehensively.

[macmccullough]

Wish we had someone like you in New Zealand, thank you for talking to us here

[DrBilly]

Started dating again in my 50s and encountered many women with VVA after menopause. Heartbreaking and frustrating. Trying to park a big car in a small garage isn't fun for anybody. 😕

[michellerhodes]

So interesting you posted this today. I'm having surgery on Friday the 12th for a bladder and urethral prolapse that caused urinary incontinence and pain during sex. A bladder lift and some kind of mesh surgery? Not sure exactly what it's called but that's what the nurse said at my pre-op appt yesterday. I'm not in full blown menopause yet but my doctor did tell me I'm in perimenopause. I'll be 44 in April and was started on vaginal estrogen in September. I do feel better in many ways and look forward to relief after my surgery.

[MrFredlthomasiii]

Excellent job Doc!!! Very Have a wonderful

[KeithStringer-oood]

I see everything in life from a mechanical engineers and that might be the reason why I'm single but unfortunately the human body it breaks I love you respect you always always enjoy seeing your videos because the best information that we can all have right now not taking years away from from you becoming a medical I would never know biology or in chemistry that you had to study to get your your degree your doctor love and respect always

[FreckleFinance]

Just me, who had POI watching to see if I can learn more about how HRT is helping me haha.

I'm going to send this video to some people, because I think it does a good job of explaining some of the risks of POI and why I need to be on HRT and also the symptoms I was experiencing beforehand.

[sonyaosullivan]

Dr Malik, is HRT therapy contraindicated with a diagnosis of meningiomas (x4) in a 53 yo female in menopause? And if this is the case, are their any other pharmacological interventions you would recommend for the management of symptoms?

[KathyGreen-vn]

What hormone options are good for 65yo women in regards to pelvic floor dysfunction?

[MaraJrianne]

I'm curious to know more including and especially around alternatives or supportive therapies. I've had yam and emu creams suggested to me but I have no idea if that's all placebo that my circle are experiencing. I also heard that there are skin-care products that have estrogen or precursors and I'm curious around your thoughts regarding those products and the types of estrogen being used.