92: Menopausal Skin Care: A Dermatologist's Guide

02/15/24 • 27 min

Menopause can leave many women feeling dry, itchy and irritated particularly when it comes to changes in skin health.
Join me as Dr Shreya Andric, a leading dermatologist who also specialises in vulvar dermatology, shares her expertise on how declining estrogen and progesterone influence our skin during perimenopause and postmenopause.
Dr Andric shares tips on embracing gentle skincare routines to maintain your skin's vitality and resilience.
Our chat offers a compassionate guide for women to face these skin challenges confidently and with a little less dryness!
Key Points Discussed:
Dr. Andric's Approach: Dr. Andric shares her expertise on embracing gentle skincare routines during these transitional years.
Genital Skin Health: A crucial yet sensitive topic, Dr.Andric highlights the importance of recognising symptoms early and seeking professional medical advice.

Resources:
North Shore Dermatology
Dr Shreya Andric's Instagram
Dr Shreya Andric's Website
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Resources:
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Dr Shreya Andric's Instagram
Dr Shreya Andric's Website
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91: Thriving Through Perimenopause: 3 Essential Tips

In this episode, I share 3 essential tips for those days when perimenopause is really kicking your butt, that you can get started with today.
The focus is on journaling to keep track of symptoms, how to find a supportive healthcare professional, and small mindful lifestyle changes.
These steps are vital for taking back control of your health and choices at a time when you may feel completely out of control.
Key Points Discussed:
1. Journaling for Symptom Tracking: I highlight the importance of journaling and tracking symptoms to become an expert on your body. Tracking symptoms and concerns is a significant benefit to facilitating effective conversations with your healthcare professional.
2. Finding A Supportive Healthcare Provider: I emphasise seeking referrals from friends and family for experienced women's health professionals and sharing resources like the Australasian Menopause Society website for finding the right support.
3. Lifestyle Adjustments: I share personal experiences and insights into lifestyle changes that can significantly impact perimenopause symptoms, like modifying alcohol consumption to manage hot flashes better.
Resources:
Take the perimenopause quiz
Find an AMS-registered Doctor

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Dear Menopause - 92: Menopausal Skin Care: A Dermatologist's Guide

Transcript

Sonya Lovell00:00:01.042

Welcome to Dear Menopause podcast , where we discuss the menopause transition to help make everyday life a little easier for women .

Sonya Lovell00:00:10.759

Today , I'm chatting with Dr Shreya Andrik . Shreya is a fellow of the Australasian College of Dermatologists and she has several subspecialty interests , but the area that is of most interest to us is