Question 1

What is vaginal rejuvenation?

Accepted Answer

Vaginal rejuvenation includes all of the surgical and non-surgical procedures that improve the vagina’s appearance, sexual health, or function.  Procedures that fall under the umbrella of vaginal rejuvenation include female genital plastic surgery are vaginoplasty, labiaplasty, clitoral hood reduction, and monsplasty. Rejuvenation can address all parts of the vagina.  Women choose to undergo vaginal rejuvenation for a variety of reasons, including health, self-esteem, and sexuality.

Question 2

How does laser vaginal rejuvenation work?

Accepted Answer

There are many vaginal rejuvenation procedures and some of them utilize lasers.  This makes the procedure less invasive and reduces the risk for infection and recovery time. Laser vaginal rejuvenation is effective and safe for treating many troublesome vaginal and urinary conditions.  Many of these conditions are chronic and affect a woman’s quality of life.  These issues can be caused by menopause and other issues.  Laser vaginal rejuvenation can increase sexual function and improving the quality of life.

Question 3

What conditions can be treated with laser rejuvenation?

Accepted Answer

Laser vaginal rejuvenation can help with a variety of conditions.  Many of these conditions arise because of menopause.  Some of the most common conditions treated with laser rejuvenation include vaginal laxity, dryness, urinary incontinence, and painful sexual intercourse.  While there is no official ruling by the FDA on how effective these types of treatments are for these conditions, there is a wide variety of anecdotal evidence from women who have undergone treatments and found them to be life-changing.

Question 4

How can bioidentical hormone replacement help me?

Accepted Answer

Hormones level change throughout our lives.  There are dips and spikes beginning in pre-adolescence and the changes continue throughout a person’s life.  When hormone levelsare unbalanced hormone replacement therapies can ease symptoms that arise due to the imbalance. Bioidentical hormones are manmade hormones that come from plant estrogens and are used to estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone.  Hormone therapy can help with hot flashes, mood changes, night sweats, memory loss, sleep issues, and loss of interest in sex.

Question 5

How does IV vitamin therapy work?

Accepted Answer

IV vitamin therapy works by providing a direct infusion of vitamins and minerals.  Doses tend to behigh and vitamins tend to be those that can be tolerated and are beneficial in high doses, such as vitamin C or magnesium. Some research has shown IV therapy allows nutrients to bypass the digestive system for a quicker shot of vitality.  Many people undergoing IV vitamin therapy have had outstanding results, boosted their immunity, and improved their overall quality of life.

Question 6

How long does IV drip therapy last?

Accepted Answer

IV drip therapy is a relatively quick process.  It tends to take anywhere from 20 minutes to an hour.  Generally, the environment in which someone receives IV drip therapyis a medical office with a licensed medical professional observing the infusion or a medical spa with a more relaxing environment. Most people are able to sit quietly and possibly nap during their therapy and as long as you are comfortable with the IV, it can have a relaxing effect.

Question 7

Does erectile dysfunction happen suddenly?

Accepted Answer

Yes it can.  How quickly erectile dysfunction occurs depends on the reason.  As men get older, their hormone levels and overall health might change and it can lead to a gradual change in erectile function.  There are also things that can occur that create immediate and sudden changes, such as injury or illness.  Another reason why erectile dysfunction might occur suddenly is for mental or emotional reasons.   When the problem is caused by stress or other mental health problems, it can ease as quickly as it arose.

Question 8

How is erectile dysfunction treated?

Accepted Answer

The treatment for erectile dysfunction is based on the cause of causes of the problem.  For instance, if there are emotional or mental issues affecting a man’s ability to enjoy a healthy sex life, stress reduction and counseling might be recommended.  In cases where the problem is related to changes in hormone levels, hormone therapy might be recommended.  And if the issue is related to injury or illness or a concrete medical problem, that particular issue will be addressed primarily and then treatment will be enacted for the secondary issue with erectile dysfunction.

Question 9

Can erectile dysfunction be prevented?

Accepted Answer

In some cases, yes.  This is especially true when erectile dysfunction is related to emotional or mental health issues or it is caused by a change in hormones.  For the former, men are encouraged to deal with stress and seek counseling to help them with any issues they are experiencing. In the case of hormone imbalance, it is possible to prevent the problem by anticipating and prevent hormone spikes and dips as our bodies change.  Maintaining good health in general is also preventative.

Question 10

How do you know if you have low testosterone?

Accepted Answer

The best way to know if you have low testosterone is to undergo a test from your doctor.  However, there might be things you notice on your own that indicate an imbalance in your testosterone levels.  For example, problems sleeping or sleeping too much, reduced libido, sexual dysfunction, emotional changes, infertility, weight gain, and decreased strength are all signs that a man’s testosterone levels might be low.

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