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MENOPAUSE AND VAGINAL ATROPHY

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  The symptoms of menopause in women are caused by the absence of hormones, which are no longer produced when a woman enters the “change” or menopause stage of life. The absence of these essential hormones such as estrogen will cause a number of symptoms, one of them being vaginal atrophy. When a body part atrophies, it means that the body part is “wasting away” or decreasing in size. Vaginal atrophy, also known as atrophic vaginitis, is a common condition that occurs due to decreased estrogen levels, typically during and after menopause. Estrogen plays a crucial role in maintaining the health of the vaginal tissues, including keeping the vaginal lining thick, elastic, and well-lubricated. When estrogen levels decline, as they do during menopause, the vaginal tissues may become thinner, drier, and less elastic, leading to symptoms such as: 1.     Vaginal dryness 2.     Itching or burning in the vaginal area 3.     Pain or discomfort during sexual intercourse (dyspareunia) 4

THE EFFECT OF SEMAGLUTIDE ON HYPERTENSION

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    At Vital Advanced Medical Center, our providers with certificates in Obesity Medicine help patients to lose weight with Semaglutide weight loss in Tampa . However, Semaglutide has also shown that it can be of some help with hypertension (high blood pressure). Semaglutide is a medication primarily used for the treatment of type 2 diabetes, but it has also been studied for its potential benefits in weight management, including weight loss. While semaglutide itself is not indicated specifically for the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure), there is evidence to suggest that it may have favorable effects on blood pressure in some individuals. Several clinical trials evaluating semaglutide for weight management have reported improvements in various cardiovascular risk factors, including blood pressure. These improvements are thought to be related to the weight loss and metabolic effects of semaglutide. Here's how semaglutide may potentially affect blood pressure: