Beyond Hot Flashes: Understanding and Treating Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause (GSM)

Description: Did you know that 50–70% of postmenopausal women experience Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause (GSM), yet it remains vastly underdiagnosed? In this episode, we dive into the comprehensive approach to GSM taken by the board-certified experts at Thrive Carolinas. unlike hot flashes, GSM is a chronic condition that does not resolve on its own, often leading to symptoms like vaginal dryness, painful intercourse, and urinary urgency.Join us as we explore:The Root Cause: How declining estrogen levels impact vaginal and urinary tissue health.The Gold Standard: Why vaginal estrogen therapy is considered the first-line treatment for restoring tissue elasticity and comfort.Advanced Solutions: A look at Thrive’s state-of-the-art InMode technologies—including FormaV, VTone, and Morpheus8V—which offer non-hormonal options for tissue remodeling and muscle strengthening.Personalized Care: How combination therapies can address both hormonal deficiencies and structural changes.Don’t suffer in silence. Tune in to learn how modern medicine and personalized care can restore your confidence and quality of life.This podcast uses an AI scribe to convert Thrive's website content into conversational dialogue you can listen to wherever you are!