Navigating menopause as a mature adult is hard enough, imagine if you have to contend with it much, much earlier. Hysterical is joined by doctors Dr. Hannah Short and Dr. Mandy Leonhardt who co-authored the book "The Complete Guide to POI and Early Menopause."

Have you ever wondered about being in menopause while your school friends are going through puberty or discovering you're post-menopausal while trying to harvest your eggs at thirty? POI affects 1% of the female population, and it's time to shed light on it! We are delving into the emotional and hormonal rollercoaster of early menopause and POI. Our incredible guests, Hannah Short and Mandy Leonart, will not only share personal experiences and clinical expertise but will also explore pressing questions on POI and Premature Menopause including treatment options, prevention, surgical menopause, the impact for transgender folks, how POI affects fertility and more. Please bring your questions, this live show is not to be missed!

About our Experts:

Dr. Hannah Short, a leading GP Specialist in Menopause, Premature Ovarian Insufficiency (POI), and Premenstrual Disorders, achieved formal recognition as a Menopause Specialist in 2018, accredited by The British Menopause Society (BMS) and the FSRH. Certified by The International School of Gynecological Endocrinology (IGSE) in 2021, Dr. Short is dedicated to advancing hormonal health.

Focusing on holistic and individualized care, she explores dietary and lifestyle factors and societal well-being: Dr Short, a published author and media contributor, advocates for menopausal and premenstrual healthcare. Having experienced surgical POI at 35, she is passionately driven to enhance the lives of those facing similar challenges. Co-author of "The Complete Guide to POI and Early Menopause," her expertise is making a global impact. 🌍✨ #HannahShortMD #MenopauseExpert #HealthAdvocate

Dr Mandy Leonhardt, founder and director of Hormone Equilibrium, is a GMC-registered GP deeply committed to women's health, nutrition, and healthy ageing. Certified in Menopause Care by the British Menopause Society (2018) and as a practitioner by the International Society of Gynaecological Endocrinology (ISGE, 2021), Dr. Leonhardt is a leading expert in the field.

Co-author of "The Complete Guide to Premature Ovarian Insufficiency and Early Menopause" alongside Dr Hannah Short, she brings extensive knowledge and experience to her private practice. As a certified nutritionist (MNU 2020) and co-host of England's first Menopause Café in 2018, Dr. Leonhardt emphasizes a holistic approach to hormonal issues at every stage of a woman's life. Offering private consultations, she discusses NHS and private treatment options, including hormone replacement therapy, nutrition advice, lifestyle recommendations, and supplements. An advocate for Menopause in the Workplace, Dr. Leonhardt is available for informative talks to support businesses in empowering their employees.

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