In this insightful episode, we explore Premature Ovarian Insufficiency (POI), a condition affecting women under the age of 40 that leads to a decline in ovarian function and fertility. Dr. Haitham Hamoda unpacks what POI really means, how it impacts health, and how hormone replacement therapy (HRT) can help manage symptoms and risks. This episode is packed with valuable information about the causes, diagnosis, and health concerns associated with POI.

What to Expect:

󠁯•󠁏󠁏 Understanding Premature Ovarian Insufficiency (POI) and its symptoms

󠁯•󠁏󠁏 The health risks associated with POI, including effects on the heart, bones, and cognitive function

󠁯•󠁏󠁏 The role of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) in managing POI

󠁯•󠁏󠁏 How POI affects fertility and what options are available for women

󠁯•󠁏󠁏 The causes of POI, including genetic and autoimmune factors

󠁯•󠁏󠁏 The differences between surgical menopause and natural POI

Whether you're navigating this journey personally or supporting someone who is, this episode provides critical insights into the importance of early diagnosis and proactive care for women dealing with POI.

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00:00:00 - Intro to Premature Ovarian Insufficiency (POI)

00:00:21 - What is POI? Causes & Overview

00:01:19 - Clinical Diagnosis of POI Explained

00:01:59 - POI Terminology & Progression

00:05:38 - Common Symptoms of POI

00:07:21 - Health Risks & Effects of POI

00:09:13 - Effects of Ovary Removal Surgery

00:10:33 - POI Prevalence & Causes

00:13:13 - Rucking Benefits for Peri/Postmenopausal Women

* Premature ovarian insufficiency

* Early menopause

* POI symptoms

* Ovarian reserve decline

* Estrogen deficiency

* Fertility and POI

* Hormone replacement therapy

* Heart disease and menopause

* Osteoporosis and early menopause

* Cognitive decline in menopause

* POI causes and diagnosis

* Women’s health and menopause

* Autoimmune conditions and POI

* Surgical menopause

* Menopause management

* Perimenopause and postmenopause

* Menopause transition

* HRT for premature ovarian insufficiency

* Underdiagnosed POI

* Natural POI vs. surgical menopause

* Premature ovarian failure treatment