Menopause Centre
Menopause, explained by a doctor.
A doctor-authored knowledge hub on perimenopause, HRT, symptoms and life after menopause — for women in the UK weighing NHS and private options.
Dr Berra Önsoy — Menopause & HRT: A Modern Approach
A short video from Dr Berra Önsoy on this topic will be published here. In the meantime, you can request a personal video consultation.
Symptoms
Am I in Perimenopause? The First Signs and Symptoms
Are you in your 40s and feeling not quite yourself? Learn the early signs of perimenopause that many women in the UK experience before their periods stop.
Hot Flushes: What Actually Helps?
Struggling with hot flushes and night sweats? A gynaecologist explains what causes them and which treatments and lifestyle changes actually provide relief.
Why We Gain Weight During Menopause
A UK gynaecologist explains the links between menopause, hormones, and weight gain. Learn why it happens and practical strategies for managing your weight during midlife.
Perimenopause Brain Fog: Are You Losing Your Mind?
A UK gynaecologist explains the causes of menopause brain fog and memory problems. Learn why it happens and the most effective ways to manage it, including HRT.
Menopause and Mental Health: The Emotional Rollercoaster
A UK gynaecologist explains the link between menopause and mental health symptoms like anxiety, depression, and low mood. Learn why it happens and what treatment can help.
Menopause and Sleep: A Guide to What Actually Works
A UK gynaecologist explains why sleep is so often disrupted during menopause and what actually works to fix it, from lifestyle changes to HRT.
Sex After Menopause: A Guide to Comfort and Libido
Painful sex, vaginal dryness, and low libido after menopause are common. A UK gynaecologist explains the causes and effective treatments available.
HRT
Patches, Gels, or Tablets: Which HRT is Best?
Confused about HRT? A consultant explains the difference between patches, gels, and tablets, helping UK women make an informed choice for menopause symptom relief.
Testosterone for Women: Is It Right for You?
A guide to testosterone therapy for women in the UK. Learn about why it's used, how it works, and whether it's a safe and effective part of HRT for symptoms like low libido.
Body-Identical vs. Bioidentical HRT: What's the Difference?
What's the difference between body-identical and bioidentical HRT? A UK gynaecologist explains the crucial differences in safety, regulation, and what the NHS prescribes.
Bone & Heart Health
Bone Density and Menopause: Are You at Risk?
Worried about osteoporosis after menopause? A gynaecologist explains the link between oestrogen and bone density, DEXA scans, exercise, and calcium for UK women.
Heart Health After Menopause: Your Cardiovascular Risk
A guide to cardiovascular risk after menopause. Learn how oestrogen protects the heart and how to manage risk factors with a UK gynaecologist.
Prefer to speak to a doctor directly?
A 30-minute video consultation with Dr Berra Önsoy covers your symptoms, any UK blood tests or referral notes, and a clear personalised plan — whether that means HRT, non-hormonal options, or a specialist procedure.
Request a video consultation