Ask An Expert: Catherine M. Gordon, MD, MS
Senior Faculty, USDA/ARS Children’s Nutrition Research Center Professor of Pediatrics, Baylor College of Medicine Q: What are the common symptoms and signs of Primary Ovarian Insufficiency (POI) in teenagers, and how can they be distinguished from normal variations in menstrual cycles during puberty? A: Adolescents with POI commonly present with infrequent or absent menses for… Continue reading Ask An Expert: Catherine M. Gordon, MD, MS
POI Support: A Path to Resilience & Recovery
The Importance of POI Support Proper POI support goes way beyond just the physical treatment. Given that primary ovarian insufficiency (POI) affects a small percentage of women, it’s no surprise that it often takes year—as well as visits to several clinicians—to get a proper diagnosis. Yet, beyond getting the right diagnosis and needed hormonal care,… Continue reading POI Support: A Path to Resilience & Recovery
Heart Health and Estradiol Deficiency in Women
Women’s Heart Health and Estradiol Deficiency It’s American Heart Month. When it comes to women’s health and hormones, it’s typical to think of sex hormone levels, periods, night sweats, bone loss, mood swings, and even cancer. Check, check, and check. But did you know awareness of heart health is just as important, if not more… Continue reading Heart Health and Estradiol Deficiency in Women
Ask an Expert: Menopause Symptoms Solutions and Treatments
Dr. Lucy McBride answer your questions about common menopause symptoms solutions and treatments. Q: What are some solutions to stiff joints and hot flashes – ailments associated with POI or menopause – for women whose clinicians advise them to avoid P-HRT due to health issues? A: Women with POI—as well as women transitioning into menopause… Continue reading Ask an Expert: Menopause Symptoms Solutions and Treatments
Resources
Follicle dysfunction in women with POI. Published peer-reviewed evidence from the NIH demonstrating inappropriate follicle luteinization is the major cause of follicle dysfunction in women with POI.https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/7962345/ Breastfeeding and the transdermal estradiol patch. The available evidence suggests this is unlikely to have any adverse effect on the baby. https://www.fertstertdialog.com/posts/18277-the-value-of-transdermal-estrogen-treatment-postpartum Are there adverse endometrial effects during… Continue reading Resources
Our Mission
Respect. Period. At My 28 Days, our mission is to encourage conversations around menstrual health. Specifically, we are focused on estradiol across the entire lifespan. We recognize a woman’s period as a critical vital sign. It is just as relevant to her overall wellness as pulse, body temperature, or respiration rate. By shedding light on… Continue reading Our Mission
FAQ
Evidence-Based Answers These statements are intended only to provide information, not medical advice. Medical issues should be discussed with the responsible clinician who is prescribing the treatment. Treatment must be evaluated in the context of each individual’s specific situation. Following is information and evidence in medical literature. Anything read here should be discussed with an… Continue reading FAQ
About My 28 Days
My 28 Days’ Beginnings My 28 Days has its roots in curiosity, seeking knowledge, finding answers, and helping patients. Dr. Lawrence M. Nelson is a global leader in primary ovarian insufficiency (POI). Beginning in 1986, he organized and directed a research program on women’s health at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) Clinical Center in Bethesda,… Continue reading About My 28 Days
