May is National Women’s Health Month. This month gives communities an opportunity to discuss the issues surrounding women’s health with the goal of empowering women to make their health a priority and help women understand what steps they can take to improve their lives.
Board certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology, Dr. Lindsay Capron and Sheridan Memorial Hospital Women’s Clinic Lead Nurse Liz Becking, made an appearance on Sheridan Media’s Public Pulse program to talk about the importance of synergy with the SMH communications and records system as well as the critical screenings women should receive.
When asked what ailments or conditions SMH Women’s Clinic sees the most within their clientele, Dr. Capron’s answer was given in two parts.
With full support from Lead Nurse Becking, Dr. Capron gave the second part of her answer and dropped what is commonly referred to as a “truth-bomb.”
Although at times it can feel like a solitary experience, women suffering from anxiety, depression and the pressures of day-to-day life are not alone. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, approximately 12 million women in the US experience clinical depression each year and approximately one in every eight women can expect to develop clinical depression during their lifetime.
Twenty to forty percent of women may experience premenstrual syndrome and an estimated three to five percent have symptoms severe enough to be classified as Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD).
PMDD is diagnosed when a woman experiences severe symptoms of depression, tension, and irritability in the week prior to menstruation. While it isn’t uncommon for most women to experience emotional and physical changes prior to menstruation, women who meet criteria for PMDD experience changes that impact their lives more severely.
Dr. Capron had one more professional suggestion for women at the conclusion of the program.
Doctor’s orders.
Learn more about the Sheridan Memorial Hospital’s Women’s Clinic or make an appointment, by clicking here.
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