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This is general information and not specific medical advice. It does not and should not replace diagnosis or treatment by your healthcare provider.
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vFit and Photonic Gel Pair Perfectly for Menopausal Wellness - Joylux

vFit and Photonic Gel Pair Perfectly for Menopausal Wellness

You’ll experience changes in vaginal wellness - including shape & size, throughout perimenopause and menopause. You may notice your labia thinning and turning different hues. Your vaginal moisture levels, odor, and sensations adjust. Your vaginal walls and pelvic floor may also lose elasticity, strength, and firmness.  These changes are common...

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A Positive Mindset During Menopause: How to Reframe Your Thinking - Joylux

A Positive Mindset During Menopause: How to Reframe Your Thinking

Growing up, you might not remember the women in your life talking about menopause. That’s because the topics surrounding this life transition have long been swept under the rug — other than an occasional hot flash announcement.  Since women have never learned how to frame conversations around menopause, many of...

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Does Hormone Replacement Therapy Increase the Risk of Breast Cancer? - Joylux

Does Hormone Replacement Therapy Increase the Risk of Breast Cancer?

Joylux welcomes guest blogger Dr. Frank J. DellaCroce, MD, FACS, founding partner of the Center for Restorative Breast Surgery and St. Charles Surgical Hospital, the first hospital in the world dedicated to breast reconstruction for women affected by breast cancer. Perimenopause and menopause are a transition to a new phase...

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Weight Gain & Menopause: What Can You Do? - Joylux

Weight Gain & Menopause: What Can You Do?

It is common for women to experience weight gain during menopause and perimenopause. You might be worried about the changes in your body, especially if you're struggling with perimenopause weight gain. But, if you feel like the weight won't budge no matter what, you're not alone. According to research, 61%...

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Menopause Dizziness: Symptoms and Treatment - Joylux

Menopause Dizziness: Symptoms and Treatment

The onset of menopause brings many uncomfortable changes. Besides the episodes of hot flashes, you may also experience menopause dizziness. According to research, about 35% of women experience dizziness once a week during menopause.  In this post, we’ll look at the types, symptoms, and causes of menopausal dizziness. We’ll also...

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Perimenopause Periods and Spotting—What’s Normal? - Joylux

Perimenopause Periods and Spotting—What’s Normal?

Every woman experiences perimenopause periods and spotting differently. For some, it may be a pleasant surprise that periods are starting to subside. For others, it might be a very unwanted puberty-like event, but what's normal? What should you expect with perimenopause periods? How do you know if you’re experiencing perimenopause...

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