Why Are Women Reluctant to Talk About Their Health Problems?

Health professionals who work with women will tell you that women are often reluctant to talk about their health problems, to put them into words and to seek advice.

Many women have heard that “getting older” equals “suffering.” Yet a lot of the health problems that women experience around perimenopause and menopause can be successfully treated. The days of simply “enduring” are long gone.

Say It, Even If You Don't Know the Right Words

“It's challenging for a woman to explain that she feels pain during sex or that she feels like her genitals are dropping. I see this regularly,” says Dr. Sylvie Nadeau, gynecologist at the Figurra Institute. “Society has taught us not to talk about these things. Unfortunately, too many women suffer in silence for years because they feel embarrassed about what is happening to them. But it is not their fault, nor is it shameful. It’s a medical condition just like an infection or a broken bone.”

Sometimes patients call us to make an appointment with Dr. Nadeau but are reluctant to explain why they are calling.

“When we ask for the reasons for a visit, it’s to find out if we can help them and plan their first appointment well. We don't need to have all the details, but it's important for women to take charge of their health, and that starts with being able to explain, in a simple way, how they feel physically. When a patient says, ‘I feel like everything is dropping down there!’ we understand what they’re saying,” says Dr. Nadeau.

Physical Manifestations of Women's Health Problems Treated at the Figurra Institute

Gynecological treatments offered at our institute aim to alleviate or resolve specific problems using methods that are rarely available in the public health system. We use lasers and platelet-rich plasma injections to restore tissue tone to the female reproductive organs.

With these technologies, it is possible to treat the following conditions:

Mild to moderate incontinence
Physical Symptoms:

• Fuite d’urine à l’effort (sauts, éternuements, rires)

Vaginal relaxation
Physical Symptoms:

• Feeling of a lump or mass in the vagina
• Feeling of heaviness or pressure in the lower abdome

Vaginal atrophy
Physical Symptoms:

• Loss of lubrication
• Irritation, burning sensation when urinating
• Pain during sexual intercourse

Vaginal dryness
Physical Symptoms:

•  Itching or burning around and inside the vagina
• Pain during penetration

Loss of libido
Physical Symptoms:

• Prolonged and unexplained loss of sexual desire

Many of these conditions occur with perimenopause and menopause. But that doesn't mean they must be endured.

“Let's forget the idea that women must live with these problems because they are heading into perimenopause or menopause. These are old beliefs. Women are entitled to a good quality of life,” adds Sylvie Nadeau.

We Can Help

Don't hesitate to contact us if you are suffering from any of these health problems. Trust yourself and use your own words to describe your symptoms and concerns. Our team of professionals will be able to help you.

Your Figurra Team