UTI and Hormones, Pre-menopause: Dr. Hlavinka's Insights

Описание: What is primary ovarian insufficiency and how is it linked to urinary tract infection?

This is part one of our follow up interview with Dr. Tim Hlavinka, in which he discusses:

● Primary ovarian insufficiency (POI), which occurs when the ovaries stop functioning as they should before the age of 40
● How primary ovarian insufficiency is linked to recurrent and chronic UTI
● Why hormonal birth control may cause POI for certain people
● Symptoms of POI
● How POI may impact the ability to conceive
● How primary ovarian insufficiency is diagnosed
● Treatment for POI
● The use of vaginal estrogen pre-menopause
● Hormonal therapy for those with endometriosis, or estrogen positive breast cancer
● The role of other hormones in UTI, and non-estrogen hormonal therapy
● Vaginal probiotics and other support therapies



Watch Dr. Hlavinka’s first interview:    • Dr. Timothy Hlavinka on Recurrent UTI  

Check out the playlist for the entire interview:    • Dr. Timothy Hlavinka on Recurrent UTI  

Learn more about estrogen and urinary tract infection: https://liveutifree.com/uti-and-menop...

More videos on hormones and UTI:    • UTI and Hormones  


More info, provided by Dr. Hlavinka:

Men and women who want a compassionate physician who provides comprehensive, skilled men’s and women’s healthcare should make an appointment with Timothy Hlavinka MD. Dr. Hlavinka began his higher education at Texas A&M where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1977. He graduated from medical school at UTMB in 1984. He completed a Urology residency at UTHSC San Antonio in 1991. His impressive training provided him with expertise and skills in reconstructive surgery and complex urological problems.

His later focus is on innovative approaches to healthcare for men and women in a truly integrative fashion, drawing on the knowledge of multiple experts to solve complex health issues. When Dr. Hlavinka isn’t treating patients, he enjoys cycling or yoga, but he spends the majority of his time keeping up with his family and grandchildren.

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