Treatment of Menopausal Symptoms
Every female experiences her menopause individually. Nevertheless, the decline in female sex hormones results in a number of common complaints: heat flashes, mood swings, sleep disturbances, or vaginal dryness are typical symptoms. While until recently, hormone replacement therapy (HRT) was the method of choice for the treatment of climacteric symptoms, alternative therapies are now usually preferred. Breast & Health is one of the leading institutions in the treatment of menopausal symptoms, especially when caused by anti-cancer therapy.
Sexuality
Sexual activity remains an important source of energy and self-esteem in most women who have undergone menopause. The decline in female hormones, however, affects the genitourinary organs in many ways: the vaginal tissue becomes thinner and more fragile, and an already pre-existing urinary incontinence can further affect sexual activity. Certain diseases and drugs can further affect libido. In some cases, already simple changes can result in a profound improvement of symptoms and enables a women to regain a fulfilling sex life.
Urinary Incontinence Treatment
Urinary incontinence (sudden and involuntary of urine) is still a social stigma. A lot of women consider incontinence a nuisance which has significant impacts on their social life. The lack of female sex steroids that develops after menopause often results in a loss of tension of the tissues that comprise the female pelvic floor. Sometimes local hormones and other conservative therapies can be helpful. In many cases, however, surgical procedures are necessary. Surgical procedures are carried out together with specialized Urogynecologists.
Osteoporosis Prevention
Osteoporosis (»bone loss«) is a creeping and painless disease in which bone mass is reduced to an extent that already small accidents can result in bone fractures. The decline in female hormones during menopause and during certain cancer therapies are common causes for a decline in bone density. We offer a personal osteoporosis risk assessment through the Harvard Method®. We can design a personalized therapy plan for the prevention or treatment of osteoporosis which is custom-tailored to suit your individual needs.
Better Aging
We all want to live a long and fulfilled life – yet growing older is not always easy. The gain in experience and the sereneness that is usually associated with an older age is counterbalanced by increasing bodily complaints and a decrease in vitality. Wrinkles gradually and develop and mental abilities slowly diminish. How old one feels, depends on many factors, and with a couple of tricks the biological age can indeed be considerably below the numerical age.
Lifestyle and Nutrition Counselling
A positive attitude towards life, ample exercise and a balanced diet are the most important ingredients for a long and happy life. Numerous studies have shown a relation between healthy food and a long life. Breast & Health offers counselling in the optimal combination of nutrients, vitamins and minerals that your body needs to maintain health and vitality until late in life.
Cancer Screening Program for Women
The earlier malignant disease is detected, the higher are the chances for cure. Every women should therefore have annual cancer screening through her gynaecologist. Breast & Health offers a comprehensive gynaecological exam including PAP smear and a breast exam and instruct women to perform regular breast palpation. We also offer colon cancer screening.
Breast & Health Health Check
The Breast & Health Health Check includes innovative methods and was specifically designed to evaluate the health state during the second half of our lives. It includes a complete blood chemistry including hormonal status, the determination of body-composition (evaluation of fat-, muscle-, and water-composition) and bone density measurement. If requested, genetic risk profiles can be performed through a novel gene test. The test results lead to an individualized life-style plan that is created together with the client.