Menopause Masterclass: When "Normal Labs" Are Lying to You

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• DR

  @drmaryclaire · 2 months ago · pinned

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• TH

  @TheRawDose · 2 months ago

  <b>Key Points to Remember After You Watch The Video. (Thank Me Later):</b><br>1. Standard annual medical tests often miss important changes that happen to women during the menopause transition (<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c8jUaFBCudc">0:00</a>).<br><br>2. You should ask for an advanced lipid panel that includes ApoB and Lp(a) because standard cholesterol tests might not show your true heart risk (<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c8jUaFBCudc&amp;t=252">4:12</a>).<br><br>3. You need to check your fasting insulin along with your glucose to calculate a HOMA IR score, which helps find hidden insulin resistance (<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c8jUaFBCudc&amp;t=544">9:04</a>).<br><br>4. Do not wait until age 65 for a bone density scan, because bone loss often happens fastest right around the time of menopause (<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c8jUaFBCudc&amp;t=809">13:29</a>).<br><br>5. Aim for vitamin D levels between 60 and 100 to support your bone health, as many women have levels that are too low (<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c8jUaFBCudc&amp;t=809">13:29</a>).<br><br>6. Make sure to get your thyroid checked with a TSH, free T4, and free T3, because thyroid problems can feel exactly like menopause symptoms (<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c8jUaFBCudc&amp;t=1387">23:07</a>).<br><br>7. If you have heavy periods or feel very tired, ask your doctor to test your ferritin level to check for low iron stores (<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c8jUaFBCudc&amp;t=1484">24:44</a>).<br><br>8. Blood tests for hormones like estradiol are only helpful in specific situations and are not usually needed to diagnose perimenopause (<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c8jUaFBCudc&amp;t=1750">29:10</a>).<br><br>9. A high sensitivity C reactive protein test is a good way to see if you have chronic inflammation in your body (<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c8jUaFBCudc&amp;t=1930">32:10</a>).<br><br>10. You deserve to be heard, so if a doctor dismisses your concerns, try using specific scripts to explain that your symptoms are affecting your daily life (<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c8jUaFBCudc&amp;t=2360">39:20</a>).<br><br>11. You can look for menopause informed doctors or use trusted virtual clinics if your current provider is not able to help you (<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c8jUaFBCudc&amp;t=3312">55:12</a>).<br><br>12. Perimenopause and menopause are normal life stages, but you do not have to just suffer through them without support or treatment (<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c8jUaFBCudc&amp;t=2834">47:14</a>).<br><br>13. Understanding your body and its changes can help you thrive in the second half of your life (<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c8jUaFBCudc&amp;t=3367">56:07</a>).<br><br>14. You can use resources like the menopause quiz and laboratory checklists to feel more prepared for your next doctor visit (<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c8jUaFBCudc&amp;t=2547">42:27</a>).<br><br>I hope I can get to 1 million subscribers soon. 💪💪💪

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• SH

  @sheliawilliams4982 · 10 days ago

  My ldl has gone crazy. Post menopause..

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• DB

  @Dbj007 · 2 months ago

  I have had a hysterectomy years go and I have had anxiety attacks my PCP said “it’s stress go for walks and lower the caffeine and was quick to give me depression pills”. &nbsp;No labs no blood work…not even asked if I wanted to see a therapist or hormones were ok. &nbsp; I never went back to see that doc <br>Called my OBGYN and sure enough low on hormones and high cholesterol levels

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• PA

  @padma.9999 · 1 month ago

  Run from the doctor who is not qualified enough. Find the good ones, less stress❤

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• QU

  @queen-b9414 · 2 months ago

  I wish doctors actually cared about each patient as an individual. I sent a message to mine before my yearly and requested insulin, A1c, ferritin to be added to my labs. They only added A1c and then charged me extra for having to discuss my A1c lab that was at 5.7 Our healthcare system is so broken.

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• BR

  @breewebster6078 · 1 month ago

  Keep up the amazing work you are doing! I always learn something and can now advocate for myself. 👏🎬

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• JJ

  @jjbailey3972 · 2 months ago

  Another great, informative episode! Thank you Dr Mary Claire💕

• YA

  @yanyperez3609 · 2 months ago

  I would NOT have the patience to convince or educate my doctor…lol<br>As I hear you and read comments, I feel SO blessed to have such a wonderful PCP. &nbsp;He’s been on top of mammograms, DEXA, colonoscopy, any/every blood work I ask for, HRT prescriptions, etc… Thank you for the excellent content! ❤

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• TH

  @thelaundress11 · 2 months ago

  Amazing. Wonderful information. I have passed this to everyone.

• AP

  @aprillikins · 1 month ago

  Dr. Mary Claire, can you please interview Professor Bob Yang, a leading urological surgeon in Berkshire with expertise in complex and recurrent urinary tract infections and the Uromune UTI vaccine widely and successfully used in Europe? He treats many women in the US with recurrent UTIs and we need Uromune available in the US.

• SH

  @sheriplatte1151 · 1 month ago

  Have you seen the study that showed a statistical error in the recommendation for vit D? The 600 iu is significantly too low; the error shows 8,800 iu is closer to get the majority of the population therapeutic. Thoughts?

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