POI and an underactive thyroid
Approximately 25% of women with POI also suffer from hypothyroidism (an under active thyroid). Both conditions can be caused […]
Members Message – Teenage diagnosis
When I was younger, I assumed being a mum was an inevitable event in my future. Little did I […]
Member’s message
“My name is Ann and I am 50 years old. My menstrual cycle started when I was 13 and […]
The psychological impact of POI
Premature Ovarian Insufficiency: From an emotional perspective, a diagnosis of premature ovarian insufficiency (POI) is often likened by the […]
Are “Bio-identical” Hormones safe?
Non-FDA approved “bioidentical” hormones are not regulated and have not been subjected to scientific studies assessing their quality and […]
Soy and Osteoporosis
Soy has been used by many women for years as a dietary addition after menopause in hopes to regulate […]
HRT for women with POI
“In women with POI, physiological replacement of estrogen (and progesterone) is essential for their health, and the controversies that […]
Will HRT cause me to gain weight?
Some women resist taking HRT for fear of gaining weight and others often complain that HRT is the cause […]
How do I tell my boyfriend I have POI?
Question: I’m in my 20s and have just started seeing someone new. Do you have any advice on how […]
