What Happens when Menopause Comes Early? Understanding Premature Ovarian Insufficiency

In today’s episode, Dr Shauna is joined by Dr Haitham Hamoda - a leading expert in women’s health specialising in menopause and HRT. As a Consultant Gynecologist and the Clinical Lead for the Menopause Service at King’s College Hospital in London, Dr. Hamoda has dedicated his career to improving the health and quality of life for women navigating midlife and beyond. In this conversation, Dr Hamoda brings invaluable insights into an under-discussed area of reproductive health: premature ovarian insufficiency. But what exactly is it? How does it differ from natural menopause? What impact can it have on fertility? And what treatments and approaches are available to manage POI effectively? For more resources from Dr Hamoda: Check out the British Menopause Society https://thebms.org.uk/ and the Resources Tool Kit for Menopause Care https://thebms.org.uk/education/principles-practice-of-menopause-care/bms-ppmc-resources-toolkit/