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Feeling Broken? UTI’s, Low Libido & Prolapse with Dr. Kelly Casperson

Feeling Broken? UTI’s, Low Libido & Prolapse with Dr. Kelly Casperson
by megan dahlman
October 29, 2024

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Do you feel broken?

Maybe you’ve been dealing with a bunch of “somewhat embarrassing” issues that make you feel like your body is just not working properly anymore. Urinary tract infections, prolapse, even low libido and other challenges with intimacy, and it’s really discouraging and impacting your quality of life.

Dr. Kelly Casperson is here today! She’s a urologic surgeon and the author “You Are Not Broken” and the host of the podcast called “You Are Not Broken”.

She’s teaching us today all about GSM - or the Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause - and more importantly some solutions that really work.

I love her easygoing attitude, she was so easy to chat with and she really shares a lot. You’re going to find this episode really helpful.

In this conversation, Dr. Kelly Casperson discusses the pervasive feeling of 'brokenness' among women regarding their sexual health and pelvic health, emphasizing the importance of education and awareness. She highlights the impact of societal norms on women's sexuality, the significance of pelvic health in midlife, and the often-overlooked condition of Genital Urinary Syndrome of Menopause (GSM).

Dr. Casperson also addresses recurrent urinary tract infections, the role of hormones in women's health, and the need for accurate information regarding hormonal treatments.

If you’re needing encouragement to seek help and advocate for your health, this is it!

Key Takeaways

  • Women often feel broken due to lack of education about their bodies.
  • Sexual dysfunction is not a personal flaw but a result of poor sex education.
  • Pelvic health is crucial, especially in midlife, and should not be ignored.
  • Genital Urinary Syndrome of Menopause (GSM) is a common but misunderstood condition.
  • Vaginal estrogen can significantly improve symptoms of GSM and is safe to use.
  • Recurrent UTIs can be prevented with proper hydration and vaginal estrogen.
  • Women should advocate for their health and seek help for symptoms.

More Resources & Links

Grab Dr. Kelly Casperson’s Book “You Are Not Broken”

Listen to Dr. Kelly Casperson on the “You Are Not Broken” podcast here

Let’s Talk Menopause - Learn more about “Unboxing the Label”

Interlude - Telehealth & Rx resources for peri-/menopause and beyond (try the code ‘notbroken’)

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Trainer, nutrition coach, and Christian mom — in a culture that’s obsessed with “gym-selfies” and a number on the scale, I’m passionate about helping moms discover what it feels like to actually love their bodies and thrive in them.
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