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Womens Health & Family Planning Clinic Newbridge & Portlaoise

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At all stages in life, women need to pay attention to their health. Dr Sahar Abouathe has been working and living in Ireland for the past fifteen years.

Newbridge & Portlaoise Womens Health Clinics empowers women to lead healthy lives from teenage to elder years, by providing compassionate, understanding and expert health advice and services in areas such as family planning, pregnancy and menopause. “It is health that is real wealth and not pieces of gold and silver”
Mohandas Gandhi

Dr Sahar, OBY/GY, at the Womens Health & Family Planning Clinics in Newbridge & Portlaoise provides counselling, medical care services and family planning guidance for women in Laois & Kildare. Women’s health is unique in many ways to general health practice and we encourage women to take and enjoy the responsibility of looking after their own health. The expertise and experience gained by Dr Sahar guiding many women through their first experience with contraception, their first pregnancy, their journeys with menopause and providing caring cancer screenings has made the Womens Health Clinics one of the most trusted places to go for compassionate advice and medical services for elder, working, family and younger women. Working in the department of obstetrics and gynaecology in a number of prominent Irish hospitals Dr Sahar holds her membership in Obstetrics Gynaecology from the Royal College of Obstetricians in the UK. Dr Sahar also holds a masters degree in women’s health from the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland. It is Dr Sahar's compassionate and caring approach which puts her patients at ease backed by her wealth of educational and practical experience that ensures patients choose our women's health care clinics every time. Dr Sahar is joined in Portlaoise by Dr. Roohina Haroon who has been in Ireland for 15 years and has her membership from ROCG and has worked in various hospitals in Ireland. Dr Sahar presents Health Educational Programmes for Senior Women’s Groups, Public Employers of Women, Community Groups and Second Level Schools that raises the awareness and importance of women empowering themselves with informed choices for their own health. The key presentation on a range of subjects is followed by an Question and Answers session and an engaging open discussion to discuss the value of differing approaches to women’s health services. These health programmes can be a 2 hour session or a weekly hour session over 6 weeks.

06/05/2021

And finally, our last question on Menopause:
Are there non-hormonal options for the management of menopausal symptoms?

Hormone therapy may not be the right choice for you. Some medical conditions may prevent you from safely being able to use hormone therapy or you may choose not to use that form of treatment for your own personal reasons.

Changes to your lifestyle may help you relieve many of your symptoms without need for hormonal intervention.

Lifestyle changes may include:

- weight loss
- exercise
- room temperature reductions
- avoidance of foods that aggravate symptoms
- dressing in light cotton clothing and wearing layers

To find out more about the services we offer for Menopause, call Newbridge on 045-435499 or Portlaoise on 057-8688750.

03/05/2021

Is hormone replacement a safe option for management of menopausal problems?

Several hormone therapies are FDA-approved for treatment of hot flashes and prevention of bone loss. The benefits and risks vary depending on the severity of your hot flashes and bone loss, and your health. These therapies may not be right for you. Talk to your doctor before trying any hormone therapies.

To find out more about the services we offer for Menopause, call Newbridge on 045-435499 or Portlaoise on 057-8688750.

29/04/2021

How will I know if I’m going through menopause if I’ve had a hysterectomy?

If your uterus was surgically removed through a hysterectomy, you may not know you’re going through menopause unless you experience hot flashes.

This can also happen if you’ve had an endometrial ablation and your ovaries weren’t removed. Endometrial ablation is the removal of the lining of your uterus as treatment for heavy menstruation.

If you aren’t having any symptoms, a blood test can determine if your ovaries are still functioning. This test can be used to help doctors find out your estrogen level, which may be beneficial if you’re at risk of osteoporosis. That’s because knowing your estrogen status may be important in determining whether you need a bone density assessment.

To find out more about the services we offer for Menopause, call Newbridge on 045-435499 or Portlaoise on 057-8688750.

27/04/2021

Will I experience the same symptoms as my mother, sister, or friends?

The symptoms of menopause vary from one woman to another, even in the same families. The age and rate of decline of o***y function differ tremendously. This means you’ll need to manage your menopause individually. What worked for your mother or best friend may not work for you.

Talk to your doctor if you have any questions about menopause. They can help you understand your symptoms and find ways to manage them that work with your lifestyle.

To book an appointment call Newbridge on 045-435499 or Portlaoise on 057-8688750.

16/04/2021

Will I gain weight when I experience menopause?

Changes in your hormone levels may cause you to gain weight. However, ageing can also contribute to weight gain.
Focus on maintaining a balanced diet, exercising regularly, and practicing other healthy habits to help control your weight. Being overweight can increase your risk for heart disease, diabetes, and other conditions.

Weight Management:
Focus on a healthy lifestyle to manage your weight.
Eat a well-rounded diet that includes increasing calcium and reducing sugar intake.

Engage in 150 minutes a week of moderate exercise, or 75 minutes a week of more intense exercise, such as running.
Don’t forget to include strength exercises in your routine as well.

To book an appointment call Newbridge on 045-435499 or Portlaoise on 057-8688750.

13/04/2021

Is heart disease linked to menopause?

Conditions related to your heart may arise during menopause, such as dizziness or cardiac palpitations. Decreased estrogen levels can prevent your body from retaining flexible arteries. This can impact blood flow.
Watching your weight, eating a healthy and balanced diet, exercising, and not smoking can reduce your chances of developing heart conditions.

To book an appointment call Newbridge on 045-435499 or Portlaoise on 057-8688750.

09/04/2021

How does menopause affect my bone health?

The decline in estrogen production can affect the amount of calcium in your bones. This can cause significant decreases in bone density, leading to a condition known as osteoporosis. It can also make you more susceptible to the hip, spine, and other bone fractures. Many women experience accelerated bone loss the first few years after their last menstrual period.

To keep your bones healthy:
-Eat foods with lots of calcium, such as dairy products or dark leafy greens.
-Take vitamin D supplements.
-Exercise regularly and include weight training in your exercise routine.
-Reduce alcohol consumption.
-Avoid smoking.
-There are prescription medications you may want to discuss with your doctor to prevent bone loss as well.

To book an appointment, call Newbridge on 045-435399 or Portlaoise on 057-8688750

06/04/2021

How do I know that I'm having a hot flush?

During a hot flash, you’ll likely feel your body temperature rise. Hot flashes affect the top half of your body, and your skin may even turn red in colour or become blotchy. This rush of heat could lead to sweating, heart palpitations, and feelings of dizziness. After the hot flash, you may feel cold.

Hot flashes may come on daily or even multiple times a day. You may experience them over the course of a year or even several years.
Avoiding triggers may reduce the number of hot flashes you experience.

These can include:
- consuming alcohol or caffeine
- eating spicy food
- feeling stressed
- being somewhere hot
- Being overweight and smoking may also make hot flashes worse.

A few techniques may help reduce your hot flashes and their symptoms:
- Dress in layers to help with hot flashes, and use a fan in your home or office space.
- Do breathing exercises during a hot flash to try to minimise it.
- Medications such as birth control pills, hormone therapy, or even other
prescriptions may help you reduce hot flashes. See your doctor if you’re
having difficulty managing hot flashes on your own.

To book an appointment, call Newbridge on 045-435399 or Portlaoise on 057-8688750

01/04/2021

What symptoms are caused by the reduced levels of estrogen in my body?

About 75 percent of women experience hot flashes during menopause, making them the most common symptom experienced by menopausal women. Hot flashes can occur during the day or at night.

Some women may also experience muscle and joint pain, known as arthralgia, or mood swings.

It may be difficult to determine whether these symptoms are caused by shifts in your hormones, life circumstances, or the aging process itself.

Coming next, we'll be talking about hot flushes.

To find out more about the services we offer at the Women's Health Clinic for menopause, call us on:
Newbridge: 085 - 7274382
Portlaoise: 087 - 6464568

29/03/2021

What’s the difference between perimenopause and menopause?

Perimenopause refers to the period of time right before menopause begins.
During perimenopause, your body is beginning the transition into menopause. That means that hormone production from your ovaries is beginning to decline.

You may begin to experience some symptoms commonly associated with menopause, like hot flashes. Your menstrual cycle may become irregular, but it won’t cease during the perimenopause stage.

Once you completely stop having a menstrual cycle for 12 consecutive months, you’ve entered menopause.

Coming next, we'll be telling you about the symptoms that are caused by the reduced levels of estrogen in the body.

To find out more about the services we offer at the Women's Health Clinic for menopause, call us on:
Newbridge: 085 - 7274382
Portlaoise: 087 - 6464568

25/03/2021

What age will I be when I go through menopause?

The average age for onset of menopause is 51. The majority of women stop having periods somewhere between ages 45 to 55. The beginning stages of declining o***y function can start years before that in some women. Others will continue to have menstrual periods into their late 50s.

The age of menopause is thought to be genetically determined, but things such as smoking or chemotherapy can accelerate o***y decline, resulting in earlier menopause.

Next, we'll be telling you about the difference between perimenopause and menopause.

To find out more about the services we offer for menopause, call us on:
Newbridge: 085 - 7274382
Portlaoise: 087 - 6464568

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John Fintan Lawler Avenue
Port Laoise
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Monday	9am - 7pm
Tuesday	9am - 7pm
Wednesday	9am - 7pm
Thursday	9am - 7pm
Friday	9am - 7pm
Saturday	9am - 7pm

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