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The Menopause Care Crisis: Why Are Women Being Left Behind

  • Writer: GLORIA BIRD
    GLORIA BIRD
  • Feb 22
  • 4 min read

Updated: Feb 23

Despite the fact that every woman will experience menopause, over 75% report experiencing symptoms that significantly affect their quality of life. However, studies show that less than 20% of menopausal women receive proper treatment.


1. Lack of Physician Training on Menopause

One of the biggest barriers to proper menopause care is the lack of specialized training among healthcare providers. Many primary care doctors and gynecologists receive minimal education on menopause and hormone replacement therapy (HRT).

🔹 Medical schools and residency programs often focus on fertility and pregnancy care, with little emphasis on menopausal health.

🔹 Many providers rely on outdated research, particularly the flawed Women’s Health Initiative (WHI) trial of 2002, which wrongly linked hormone therapy to breast cancer and cardiovascular disease.

🔹 As a result, many doctors avoid prescribing HRT altogether, leaving women without safe, effective treatment options.


2. The Lingering Impact of the WHI Trial Misinformation

The 2002 Women’s Health Initiative (WHI) trial incorrectly reported increased risks of breast cancer, stroke, and heart disease with hormone therapy, leading to a sharp decline in HRT prescriptions. However, subsequent research proved that these findings were exaggerated and misinterpreted.

🔹 Today, experts agree that bio-identical hormone therapy (BHRT) is safe and beneficial for most women when properly administered.

🔹 Despite updated guidelines, many doctors still hesitate to prescribe hormone therapy, leaving women to suffer unnecessarily.


3. Women’s Symptoms Are Often Dismissed

Many women seeking menopause care are met with dismissive responses from healthcare providers.


“It’s just part of aging—learn to live with it.”

“It’s all in your head.”

“You’re too young for menopause.”

“Try antidepressants instead.”


Women are often offered antidepressants, sleep aids, or birth control pills instead of a tailored menopause treatment plan that addresses the root cause—hormonal imbalance.


4. Insurance & Accessibility Barriers

  • Many insurance plans do not adequately cover menopause care or hormone therapy

  • Insurance companies limit the time a provider can spend with a patient, leading the providers to rush through appointments, not allowing proper time to evaluate all menopause related symptoms.

  • Women of color and those that speak English as a second language, face even greater challenges in receiving appropriate menopause care.


At Metromed, we bridge this gap by offering accessible menopause treatment via telemedicine, and by offering our services in Spanish as well in Memphis, TN, and IA, ND, VT, WA, CO, UT, NJ, FL, MA, ME, MD, and DE.


The Consequences of Untreated Menopause Symptoms

When women do not receive proper menopause care, they suffer from a wide range of preventable health issues, including:


1. Severe Hot Flashes & Night Sweats

Without treatment, hot flashes and night sweats can last for years, disrupting sleep, work, and daily life.


2. Increased Risk of Osteoporosis & Bone Loss

Estrogen plays a critical role in bone density maintenance. Women without proper treatment face a higher risk of osteoporosis and fractures.


3. Cognitive Decline & Brain Fog

Low estrogen levels are linked to memory loss, brain fog, and an increased risk of Alzheimer’s disease.


4. Mood Disorders & Depression

Hormonal imbalances contribute to anxiety, depression, and mood swings, yet many women are wrongly prescribed antidepressants instead of hormone therapy.


5. Cardiovascular Disease

Estrogen has heart-protective benefits, and its decline is linked to higher rates of heart disease in postmenopausal women.

Women who receive appropriate menopause care experience a significantly lower risk of these long-term health issues.


How BHRT Can Help: A Natural, Safe Solution

At Metromed, we offer bio-identical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) to restore hormonal balance naturally and safely. Unlike synthetic hormones, BHRT is identical to the body’s natural hormones, providing a more effective and safer approach to menopause treatment.


Benefits of BHRT for Menopause

Reduces hot flashes & night sweats

Improves sleep & mood stability

Supports brain function & memory

Prevents bone loss & osteoporosis

Boosts metabolism & weight management

Enhances libido & vaginal health

Lowers cardiovascular disease risk


Breaking the Menopause Care Gap: What Women Can Do

If you feel like your menopause symptoms are being ignored, you are not alone. Here’s what you can do:


Advocate for yourself – If your doctor dismisses your symptoms, seek a second opinion from a provider who specializes in menopause and hormone therapy

.✅ Get comprehensive hormone testing – Understanding your estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone levels is key to finding the right treatment.

Consider telemedicine options – If you cannot find menopause care near you, Metromed offers virtual consultations in multiple states.


BHRT in Memphis, TN & Telemedicine for 12 States

At Metromed, we believe every woman deserves personalized, evidence-based menopause care. We serve patients in:

📍 Memphis, TN & Telehealth Patients in IA, ND, VT, WA, CO, UT, NJ, FL, MA, ME, MD, DE

📅 Schedule a consultation today to get the menopause care you deserve!

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