The Perimenopause
The menopause doesn’t arrive with a bang on your 50th birthday. Instead, your body helpful gives you a gentle (or not so gentle) run up. This is called the peri-menopause.
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I booked my appointment with the goal of finding some non-HRT options to help me through menopause. I had breast cancer 4 years ago and won’t be able to take any HRT. Menopause symptoms are on the increase and I was feeling that I was on a slippery slope with no options available to improve my lot. My session with Dr. Angela Sharma was hugely helpful. I found it very empowering to regain some control of what’s happening to my body and mind. Thanks for helping me navigate a host of helpful options which I look forward to taking further now.
As a woman, navigating the complexities of perimenopause is not easy. Finding the right healthcare provider is paramount. I recently sought assistance from Spiced Pear in perimenopause management, and I must say, the experience was nothing short of exceptional. The personalized care I received was unparalleled. From the moment I scheduled my appointment, I felt valued and understood. Angela Sharma took the time to listen to my concerns, thoroughly assess my symptoms, and devise a tailored treatment plan that suited my individual needs. One aspect that truly stood out was their comprehensive approach to healthcare. Instead of simply prescribing medication, they emphasized the importance of lifestyle modifications, hormone therapy options, and alternative treatments, empowering me to make informed decisions about my health. I highly recommend Spiced Pear Health for women seeking personalized, compassionate, and comprehensive care during this transitional phase. Their dedication to patient-centric healthcare sets them apart, making them invaluable allies in navigating perimenopause. Thank you, Angela Sharma, for all your help.
Absolutely amazing service. Two of my friends recommended I talked to Spiced Pear after I had spoke to them about my sufferings with the menopause. I reached out to Spiced Pear Health on the 27th Dec and did not expect a reply until after the festive period. I was so grateful when the consultant herself replied to my cry for help the very same day. Even though there were no available appointments online she opened up a slot and fitted me in the very next day. Angela Wright was the consultant and she was brilliant. She spent over an hour with me. She listen to all my concerns and then asked me lots of questions about my symptoms, history and expectations. She then gave me lots of information. A care plan was put in place but the best bit was she gave me options and reassured me that if I did not get on with that particular method I could change it. She sent the prescription to the chemist that same day and I started my treatment. After suffering for many months I was totally shocked when I woke up the next morning and I had not experienced one hot flush. I wish I had gone to her sooner. The next day Angela checked in on me and reminded me that she was available if I had any concerns. She will be checking in on me and tweaking my medication if necessary. It felt like I was talking to my friend rather than a consultant. In a nutshell ladies don’t suffer longer that you need to. Spiced Pear Health are a game changer.
I had my first appointment with Dr Angela on Friday and it was transformative - just to feel heard and have my experience validated was so refreshing. She was friendly, very knowledgeable and just really kind and reassuring. I am really hopeful that the plan we have devised will help and feel loads better just having a clear plan in place. Thank you!
I was told years ago I couldn’t take HRT so had to just tough it out. I started suffering at 37 and by 42 was in a desperate state. Through recommendations I contacted Spiced Health care, Dr Wright was and is incredibly talented, caring & gave me hope when I’d lost it. I’m super sensitive to hormones, have history of migraines, Breast Cancer in all sides of my family. With knowledge, a slow considered approach I now feel almost back to my self. Questions are answered so quickly and the constant care is truly incredible. I couldn’t recommend this service enough, especially if your like me and mainstream options were a no. We only get one life and should live it fully, Spiced Health are continuing to help me do that.
I was recommended Spiced Pear Health by a friend and I would highly recommend Spiced Pear Health now myself. Dr Sharma has been Professional, Kind, caring and so knowledgeable and informative. No question is too many. I have had great support, advise and treatment. Thank you
Dr Angela Wright has been at my side for the last 6 months guiding me through a horrendous journey post surgical menopause and PMDD. I cannot tell you how much I have appreciated her care, knowledge and understanding. I couldn't have survived this difficult journey without her, always at the end of an email or phone when I've needed her. She has communicated with my work, my gynaecologist, my husband and my GP about the progress of my condition. She has shown so much care and support by continuously checking in with me. Whenever I talk to friends and family about my journey I always praise Dr Angela and they are always amazed by the time and support she has given me. From the moment I made the phone call to Spiced Pear Health and spoke directly to a doctor and not a receptionist I knew it was the right clinic to go to, I have felt like an individual not a number. I have felt listened to, not patronised, not dismissed and totally in control of my own treatment plan. Her knowledge of PMDD and menopause is first class. I will continually recommend Spiced Pear Health to other women suffering like I have, and will be forever grateful!
I had an online appointment at Spiced Pear Health regarding my PMDD. As my appointment started, it soon became clear that the doctor hadn't read any of my notes I had submitted well in advance. I was also overloaded with information and it felt like the doctor was sticking to a playbook and treating me like a number rather than an individual. At no point in the appointment was I asked about my lifestyle, which can have a huge impact on PMDD. I was prescribed a combination of HRTs, which made my symptoms a lot worse and even gave me symptoms I had never experienced before. Upon contacting the practitioner via e-mail to share my concerns, it felt like there wasn't much sympathy for my side effects and I was told that we couldn't take any short cuts. I was made to feel like something was wrong with my body even though I was given HRT increasing chances of depression, weight gain, indigestions etc.
I have recently moved overseas and did not have any good options to meet with a consultant locally in person. I therefore booked an online consultation with Dr. Angela Sharma at Spiced Pear Health to better undrestand my options in managing my perimenopausal symptons. I found Dr. Angela Sharma to be very professional and caring. As a result I felt I had a genuine face to face consultation. She gave me a lot of time and understood my background and complains. She patiently explained the inner workings and the science behind each symptom and shared her personal experiences. The treatment options have been outlined for me and I left the consultation with a much clearer understanding of which route I can take and the pros and cons of each. As a follow up, Dr Angela Sharma shared reading material and fact sheets and plans to back up the consultation and assisted me with a prescription. The process exceeded my expectations for helpfulness and clarity and efficiency. Dr. Angela Sharma and Spiced Pear Heath are both highly recommended.
Spiced Pear was recommended to me as I found regular HRT patches we're not really helping me with the many symptoms of perimenopause. I've now had two consultants and feel like I have had great support and advice. They are always at the end of an email if you need any advice and they really understand.
Angela was kind, considerate and proactive when I had a set of symptoms that my NHS GP persisted to ignore for more than four months. She helped me practically in settling those symptoms enabling the cause to become apparent, advocated for me with my local GP when I needed to see someone in person as she was too far away, and ultimately was instrumental in helping me to get the surgery I needed to resolve the problem. I have no doubt that without her help, nine months on I would still be struggling with the symptoms and have no resolution in sight. I am eternally grateful for her help and support.
I am so grateful my sister recommended me The Spiced Pear Clinic. I live in Spain and was feeling very despondent at the lack of interest in the problems of menopause here. In one online appointment Dr. Sharma and I discussed all my issues, she prescribed the perfect medication and 4 months later I couldn't feel better. I felt she understood me perfectly and was sympathetic and encouraging, as well as very knowledgable. It is wonderful that there is a clinic run by professionals to help people specifically with hormone issues - finally!
My experience under Dr Wrights care has been 10/10. She is very knowledgeable and for the first time in months I felt understood, heard, and offered a solution - I am seeing real results and couldn’t be more pleased! Regular communication and check-ins are fantastic too, really reassuring to know you have someone helping you through a challenging time.
Spiced Pear Health is like a friendly, professional one-stop shop for menopause support and advice. Dr Angela Sharma is wonderful - she took the time to listen and understand my symptoms, address any concerns I had with HRT and devise a healthcare plan to suit my needs. I am so very grateful to Dr Sharma, I have been on my treatment plan for a few months now and my symptoms have much improved, particularly my sleep issues. Spiced Pear Health is an impressive service and I have no hesitation in recommending it.
I cannot say enough good things about my experience with Spiced Pear Health and Dr. Angela Wright. Prior to receiving care with Spiced Pear, I had been navigating a PMDD diagnosis with the GP. I often found myself educating my clinician and recommending treatments - I felt in over my head. In our first appointment, Dr. Wright was able to affirm my treatment journey while also giving expertise that no other clinician could previously. She also suggested I look into ADHD as she thought I could have it; I have since been formally diagnosed. The treatment she recommended for my PMDD worked and I am finally not experiencing the excruciating mood swings I used to experience! After years of mental health struggles and misdiagnoses, I can confidently say this is the best money I have ever spent.
It was such a relief to speak to a Dr with such a wealth of experience, with the time to compassionately discuss all aspects of my life and health and come up with a holistic approach to management of my symptoms. The support throughout has been absolutely brilliant and I would highly recommend Spiced Pear Health .
Professional, attentive, informative, caring . I had all my questioned answered and have come away with a plan that works for me which has solved my Menopause issues. Angela has vast knowledge on Menopause and explianed symptoms I had no idea linked up and has continued to follow up with any further query's promptly. As a therapist i work with lots of women going through Menopause and would highly recommend any of my clients or friends to Spiced Pear for advice and support.
I am very grateful that these wonderful ladies have created such a helpful business. I was recommended to use Spiced Pear Health by a friend, when I was feeling very low in mood and motivation Dr Angela Wright has given me all the knowledge I need to make informed choices to assist my health with HRT throughout the peri-menopause and with her help I am feeling amazing. Whenever I had any issues I emailed her and she got back to me very quickly with suggestions. I found her professional, knowledgeable and caring. I have recommended Spiced Pear Health to many. Thank you Dr Angela Wright for giving me my life back, I will be forever grateful.
Dr Wright is an absolute gem of a clinician She’s astute knowledgeable and supportive Prompt communication Not easy to look after another clinician and I felt I was involved and supported every step of the way She’s aspirational
Dr Angela Wright is just amazing and a highly skilled expert in this field of medicine! I highly recommend Spiced Pear Health. My whole experience has been wonderful - so professional, so easy, so thorough, so knowledgeable and very successful.
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I booked my appointment with the goal of finding some non-HRT options to help me through menopause. I had breast cancer 4 years ago and won’t be able to take any HRT. Menopause symptoms are on the increase and I was feeling that I was on a slippery slope with no options available to improve my lot. My session with Dr. Angela Sharma was hugely helpful. I found it very empowering to regain some control of what’s happening to my body and mind. Thanks for helping me navigate a host of helpful options which I look forward to taking further now.
As a woman, navigating the complexities of perimenopause is not easy. Finding the right healthcare provider is paramount. I recently sought assistance from Spiced Pear in perimenopause management, and I must say, the experience was nothing short of exceptional. The personalized care I received was unparalleled. From the moment I scheduled my appointment, I felt valued and understood. Angela Sharma took the time to listen to my concerns, thoroughly assess my symptoms, and devise a tailored treatment plan that suited my individual needs. One aspect that truly stood out was their comprehensive approach to healthcare. Instead of simply prescribing medication, they emphasized the importance of lifestyle modifications, hormone therapy options, and alternative treatments, empowering me to make informed decisions about my health. I highly recommend Spiced Pear Health for women seeking personalized, compassionate, and comprehensive care during this transitional phase. Their dedication to patient-centric healthcare sets them apart, making them invaluable allies in navigating perimenopause. Thank you, Angela Sharma, for all your help.
Absolutely amazing service. Two of my friends recommended I talked to Spiced Pear after I had spoke to them about my sufferings with the menopause. I reached out to Spiced Pear Health on the 27th Dec and did not expect a reply until after the festive period. I was so grateful when the consultant herself replied to my cry for help the very same day. Even though there were no available appointments online she opened up a slot and fitted me in the very next day. Angela Wright was the consultant and she was brilliant. She spent over an hour with me. She listen to all my concerns and then asked me lots of questions about my symptoms, history and expectations. She then gave me lots of information. A care plan was put in place but the best bit was she gave me options and reassured me that if I did not get on with that particular method I could change it. She sent the prescription to the chemist that same day and I started my treatment. After suffering for many months I was totally shocked when I woke up the next morning and I had not experienced one hot flush. I wish I had gone to her sooner. The next day Angela checked in on me and reminded me that she was available if I had any concerns. She will be checking in on me and tweaking my medication if necessary. It felt like I was talking to my friend rather than a consultant. In a nutshell ladies don’t suffer longer that you need to. Spiced Pear Health are a game changer.
I had my first appointment with Dr Angela on Friday and it was transformative - just to feel heard and have my experience validated was so refreshing. She was friendly, very knowledgeable and just really kind and reassuring. I am really hopeful that the plan we have devised will help and feel loads better just having a clear plan in place. Thank you!
I was told years ago I couldn’t take HRT so had to just tough it out. I started suffering at 37 and by 42 was in a desperate state. Through recommendations I contacted Spiced Health care, Dr Wright was and is incredibly talented, caring & gave me hope when I’d lost it. I’m super sensitive to hormones, have history of migraines, Breast Cancer in all sides of my family. With knowledge, a slow considered approach I now feel almost back to my self. Questions are answered so quickly and the constant care is truly incredible. I couldn’t recommend this service enough, especially if your like me and mainstream options were a no. We only get one life and should live it fully, Spiced Health are continuing to help me do that.
I was recommended Spiced Pear Health by a friend and I would highly recommend Spiced Pear Health now myself. Dr Sharma has been Professional, Kind, caring and so knowledgeable and informative. No question is too many. I have had great support, advise and treatment. Thank you
Dr Angela Wright has been at my side for the last 6 months guiding me through a horrendous journey post surgical menopause and PMDD. I cannot tell you how much I have appreciated her care, knowledge and understanding. I couldn't have survived this difficult journey without her, always at the end of an email or phone when I've needed her. She has communicated with my work, my gynaecologist, my husband and my GP about the progress of my condition. She has shown so much care and support by continuously checking in with me. Whenever I talk to friends and family about my journey I always praise Dr Angela and they are always amazed by the time and support she has given me. From the moment I made the phone call to Spiced Pear Health and spoke directly to a doctor and not a receptionist I knew it was the right clinic to go to, I have felt like an individual not a number. I have felt listened to, not patronised, not dismissed and totally in control of my own treatment plan. Her knowledge of PMDD and menopause is first class. I will continually recommend Spiced Pear Health to other women suffering like I have, and will be forever grateful!
I had an online appointment at Spiced Pear Health regarding my PMDD. As my appointment started, it soon became clear that the doctor hadn't read any of my notes I had submitted well in advance. I was also overloaded with information and it felt like the doctor was sticking to a playbook and treating me like a number rather than an individual. At no point in the appointment was I asked about my lifestyle, which can have a huge impact on PMDD. I was prescribed a combination of HRTs, which made my symptoms a lot worse and even gave me symptoms I had never experienced before. Upon contacting the practitioner via e-mail to share my concerns, it felt like there wasn't much sympathy for my side effects and I was told that we couldn't take any short cuts. I was made to feel like something was wrong with my body even though I was given HRT increasing chances of depression, weight gain, indigestions etc.
I have recently moved overseas and did not have any good options to meet with a consultant locally in person. I therefore booked an online consultation with Dr. Angela Sharma at Spiced Pear Health to better undrestand my options in managing my perimenopausal symptons. I found Dr. Angela Sharma to be very professional and caring. As a result I felt I had a genuine face to face consultation. She gave me a lot of time and understood my background and complains. She patiently explained the inner workings and the science behind each symptom and shared her personal experiences. The treatment options have been outlined for me and I left the consultation with a much clearer understanding of which route I can take and the pros and cons of each. As a follow up, Dr Angela Sharma shared reading material and fact sheets and plans to back up the consultation and assisted me with a prescription. The process exceeded my expectations for helpfulness and clarity and efficiency. Dr. Angela Sharma and Spiced Pear Heath are both highly recommended.
Spiced Pear was recommended to me as I found regular HRT patches we're not really helping me with the many symptoms of perimenopause. I've now had two consultants and feel like I have had great support and advice. They are always at the end of an email if you need any advice and they really understand.
Angela was kind, considerate and proactive when I had a set of symptoms that my NHS GP persisted to ignore for more than four months. She helped me practically in settling those symptoms enabling the cause to become apparent, advocated for me with my local GP when I needed to see someone in person as she was too far away, and ultimately was instrumental in helping me to get the surgery I needed to resolve the problem. I have no doubt that without her help, nine months on I would still be struggling with the symptoms and have no resolution in sight. I am eternally grateful for her help and support.
I am so grateful my sister recommended me The Spiced Pear Clinic. I live in Spain and was feeling very despondent at the lack of interest in the problems of menopause here. In one online appointment Dr. Sharma and I discussed all my issues, she prescribed the perfect medication and 4 months later I couldn't feel better. I felt she understood me perfectly and was sympathetic and encouraging, as well as very knowledgable. It is wonderful that there is a clinic run by professionals to help people specifically with hormone issues - finally!
My experience under Dr Wrights care has been 10/10. She is very knowledgeable and for the first time in months I felt understood, heard, and offered a solution - I am seeing real results and couldn’t be more pleased! Regular communication and check-ins are fantastic too, really reassuring to know you have someone helping you through a challenging time.
Spiced Pear Health is like a friendly, professional one-stop shop for menopause support and advice. Dr Angela Sharma is wonderful - she took the time to listen and understand my symptoms, address any concerns I had with HRT and devise a healthcare plan to suit my needs. I am so very grateful to Dr Sharma, I have been on my treatment plan for a few months now and my symptoms have much improved, particularly my sleep issues. Spiced Pear Health is an impressive service and I have no hesitation in recommending it.
I cannot say enough good things about my experience with Spiced Pear Health and Dr. Angela Wright. Prior to receiving care with Spiced Pear, I had been navigating a PMDD diagnosis with the GP. I often found myself educating my clinician and recommending treatments - I felt in over my head. In our first appointment, Dr. Wright was able to affirm my treatment journey while also giving expertise that no other clinician could previously. She also suggested I look into ADHD as she thought I could have it; I have since been formally diagnosed. The treatment she recommended for my PMDD worked and I am finally not experiencing the excruciating mood swings I used to experience! After years of mental health struggles and misdiagnoses, I can confidently say this is the best money I have ever spent.
It was such a relief to speak to a Dr with such a wealth of experience, with the time to compassionately discuss all aspects of my life and health and come up with a holistic approach to management of my symptoms. The support throughout has been absolutely brilliant and I would highly recommend Spiced Pear Health .
Professional, attentive, informative, caring . I had all my questioned answered and have come away with a plan that works for me which has solved my Menopause issues. Angela has vast knowledge on Menopause and explianed symptoms I had no idea linked up and has continued to follow up with any further query's promptly. As a therapist i work with lots of women going through Menopause and would highly recommend any of my clients or friends to Spiced Pear for advice and support.
I am very grateful that these wonderful ladies have created such a helpful business. I was recommended to use Spiced Pear Health by a friend, when I was feeling very low in mood and motivation Dr Angela Wright has given me all the knowledge I need to make informed choices to assist my health with HRT throughout the peri-menopause and with her help I am feeling amazing. Whenever I had any issues I emailed her and she got back to me very quickly with suggestions. I found her professional, knowledgeable and caring. I have recommended Spiced Pear Health to many. Thank you Dr Angela Wright for giving me my life back, I will be forever grateful.
Dr Wright is an absolute gem of a clinician She’s astute knowledgeable and supportive Prompt communication Not easy to look after another clinician and I felt I was involved and supported every step of the way She’s aspirational
Dr Angela Wright is just amazing and a highly skilled expert in this field of medicine! I highly recommend Spiced Pear Health. My whole experience has been wonderful - so professional, so easy, so thorough, so knowledgeable and very successful.
I was made to feel Normal. I was understood even when I didn’t understand myself.
[....] Now I’m quietly confident all is working the right way. I’m feeling more energised, I’m sleeping so well on a night, it’s so lovely.
Best money I’ve ever spent on myself.
As specialist menopause doctors, we understand the transformative impact of the menopause on every aspect of your life. Managing it properly takes much more care and expertise than a “one-size-fits-all” solution.
We are menopause specialist doctors, who also treat PMS/PME and PMDD. We were trained in the UK by the British Menopause Society and have extensive training in sexology too. We will provide expert advice through our online consultation.
We give you the time to explain your story in your own words and work with you to find the best plan. We will:
It’s such a relief to come across a truly professional, dedicated, & caring doctor such as Dr Sharma. She listens, is passionate & forensic about finding the right solution to your problem & then compassionately & medically treats you back to health & happiness.
SophieThe two Angela's first connected at a European Sexology Conference, over their shared passion for managing women's health properly.
This clinic is the result of their passion. You can read more about their story here.
At Spiced Pear, you will not find a cookie cutter approach. We understand every woman is unique, and we believe the art of optimising a woman's health is in listening attentively, and then bespoking any plan so that it works in her particular body, life and world.
Thank you Dr Wright. So clear, lots of good detail, but not too much so as to overload my peri-menopausal brain! The online format worked really well. So helpful.
SusanWe are experienced doctors with Clinical Sexology & British Menopause Society “Advanced Menopause Specialist” training and qualifications.
We are also women who have experienced hormonal imbalance ourselves and know that this struggle is real.
Women are more than their hormones, and treatment is more than HRT. We are also trained in the medical and psychosexual aspects of sexual dysfunction, and have spent many years managing patients with chronic diseases.
Spiced Pear Health sits at the centre of your general health, hormonal dysfunction and sexuality. We understand how they are all interlinked and impact each other.
I felt that no one understood. Your assurance that I didn't just have to put up with them & give up, gave me hope.
Lisa
I have found the support and advice from Dr Angela at Spiced Pear Health life changing. After several years of struggling with very difficult menopause symptoms and not being listened to by a range of GP's, just having someone sympathetic to talk to has been fantastic. But then for the treatment to work so quickly has been transformative. I really wish I had known about Spiced Pear Health years ago. Dr Angela is friendly and positive and instantly put me at ease. I was given time to talk through my issues and felt like no question was too stupid to ask.
Helen
The menopause doesn’t arrive with a bang on your 50th birthday. Instead, your body helpful gives you a gentle (or not so gentle) run up. This is called the peri-menopause.
It’s amazing how much, and at the same time how little, is written and spoken about the menopause. Many people can’t even say it out loud, preferring the ominous and threatening “the change”.
The article discusses progesterone sensitivity, a condition affecting some women, leading to symptoms akin to PMS or PMDD due to hormonal fluctuations. It emphasizes the importance of recognizing this sensitivity for effective management and treatment, especially for those with severe symptoms impacting daily life.
Throughout this website, we use the term women when describing people who experience hormonal symptoms. However, we acknowledge not only those who identify as women require access to menopause and hormone health information. For example, some trans men, non-binary people, intersex people or people with variations in sex characteristics may also experience menopausal symptoms and PMS/PME or PMDD, and we warmly welcome everyone who needs this support in our clinic.
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