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Cellulitis is a skin infection that affects millions of people each year, and it can pose serious health risks if left untreated. Our team, led by Dr. Lori Fulton at Ovation Wellness located in Flowood, Mississippi, is committed to providing the information you need to make informed decisions about your...

While menopause often takes the spotlight when discussing changes that occur as women age, the journey typically begins earlier, during perimenopause. This transitional phase is more than just a prelude to menopause; it comes with its own set of symptoms, changes, and challenges that can last for several years. At...

Most of us have heard menopause horror stories, but it doesn’t have to be that way. Although the majority of women do experience some of the symptoms associated with the change of life, they’re not always extreme.  At Ovation Wellness, our team of highly trained and experienced providers help women approaching menopause manage their symptoms....

Now that you’ve passed your child-bearing years, you may wonder if you still need to see your OB/GYN for your annual well-woman exam. Though the frequency of your visits may change, you do need to continue your well-woman exams during menopause.  At Ovation Wellness in Madison, Mississippi, our team of health professionals specializes...

More than 1 in 20 women in the US reportedly choose water birth as their preferred method of delivery, and even more choose to labor in a tub or pool of water to ease discomfort before giving birth. Could this be a good birth plan for you and your child? At Ovation...

If you’re in the middle of a fertility battle looking for answers or you simply want to be informed before you start trying to start a family, navigating infertility and its causes can be a daunting process.  But we want you to know you’re not alone. Here, our team at Ovation...

Finding the perfect health care provider can be challenging. It's even more so if you identify as LGBTQ. Finding a provider who understands and respects your unique needs is crucial for ensuring you always get the best health care.   As a member of the LGBTQ community, you deserve a health...

About three of four women are estimated to experience hot flashes as part of the menopause transition. This annoying side effect can last anywhere from a few weeks to a decade. However, there could be a silver lining to these typically dreary happenings. At Ovation Wellness in Madison, Mississippi, our...

Much like menstruation and pregnancy, menopause causes many hormonal changes, not all pleasant. Hormones control almost every body function, meaning any imbalance can have notable symptoms. If you’ve stopped menstruating and now struggle with menopausal symptoms, lifestyle changes, and hormone replacement therapy can help.  At Ovation Wellness in Madison, Mississippi,...

Though there’s no best season for pregnancy, you may feel some relief with a winter pregnancy knowing you won’t have to deal with the hot temperatures and humidity of summer. But wintertime carries its own set of challenges for pregnant women.  The team at Ovation Wellness in Madison, Mississippi, provides some tips...

“Have a happy and healthy New Year” is a standard holiday greeting and toast. Although it’s just a saying, we should all heed the advice. What better New Year’s resolution could there be but to be happy and healthy? One way to start 2023 off in a healthy way is...

When it comes to health and wellness, hormonal balance is just as important for men as it is for women, with an estimated 20% of men over 60 suffering from an imbalance. Testosterone, the male sex hormone, peaks around age 20, then starts to slowly decline with age. But unlike...

Whether you’re a snowboarder, skier, ice skater, or snowman builder, winter turns the tri-state area into a hub of activity for young and old alike. But if you have arthritis, you may be less than enthusiastic about the cold days ahead. If your arthritic joints freeze up in the winter,...

Menopause is a normal life stage for a woman, marking the end of her fertility. Unfortunately, the hormonal changes that occur before and during menopause have a major impact on physical and emotional well-being.  At Ovation Wellness in Madison, Mississippi, our team specializes in managing women’s health as they go through each...

Osteoporosis is a silent condition. You may not even know you have it until you break a bone. One of the best ways to avoid this is to undergo a bone density test.  A bone density test (BDT), sometimes called a bone scan or bone densitometry, helps determine your risk...

Laser hair removal, when performed by a highly qualified and carefully trained professional, can be done on almost any part of your body. If you’re tired of plucking, waxing, shaving, or otherwise attempting to eradicate unwanted hair, this post is for you.  At Ovation Wellness, we know how problematic unwanted hair...

Cellulite is common — so common that it’s unusual for a woman to have none. Cellulite generally appears around puberty but can become more pronounced with age. Cellulite doesn’t exist because you’re lazy or overweight; it exists because each human body has their own ways of forming, and forming cellulite...

If you feel more depleted than energized after a few weeks of dieting, or you notice your hair falling out or your nails getting weaker, you may be the victim of a diet low in nutrients.  Although “nutrition” and “dieting” are often used interchangeably, there’s a world of difference between...

Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is a misnomer for many women, as you don’t need cysts on your ovaries to be diagnosed with this syndrome. Ovarian cysts are only one symptom of PCOS.  What all women with PCOS have in common is high levels of androgens, a type of sex hormone,...

You’re not imagining things if you feel like it’s suddenly harder to lose weight since you’ve entered menopause. Researchers report that estrogen helps control body fat before menopause, but women may lose the benefit of this natural weight maintenance as estrogen levels fall during menopause.  The problem is magnified by...

Protecting your sexual health allows you to enjoy more than the intimacy of sex. While sex can contribute to living a fulfilling life, it also promotes good mental health. However, issues with sexual dysfunction can interfere with sexual health and impact the way you feel about yourself and interact with...

Since hormones play such an important part in controlling many bodily functions, it’s no surprise that women experience physical changes during menopause. While menopause affects each woman uniquely, most experience some symptoms as a result of the decline in estrogen and progesterone that occurs when your periods end.  Up to...

While the average age for menopause is 51 in the United States, you can experience this stage of life in your 40s or even earlier. Defined as a lack of menstrual cycles for 12 months, menopause involves more than an end to your reproductive abilities. When it occurs, menopause can...

Using traditional hair-removal methods like waxing, shaving, and tweezing can be time-consuming and frustrating. In addition to providing short-term results that are less than ideal, these treatments carry the risk of bothersome ingrown hairs, razor bumps, and cuts.  Laser hair removal is an effective alternative that delivers long-term removal of...

Vaginal atrophy, also known as atrophic vaginitis or vaginal dryness, describes a condition defined by thin, dry, and inflamed tissue in the vaginal walls. The problem results when estrogen levels decrease and fail to produce adequate vaginal lubrication. While it’s not always associated with illness, vaginal atrophy can affect your...

While some women feel comfortable discussing their battles with menopause symptoms like hot flashes and fatigue, many don’t easily discuss the changes in sexual health that occur at this stage of life. However, maintaining your sexual health is an important aspect of navigating the physical and emotional changes that accompany...

While menopause affects every woman differently, hot flashes are one of the most common symptoms that occur at this stage of life. About 85% of menopausal women experience hot flashes, a condition that causes short and sudden feelings of heat and sweating. You can experience hot flashes as early as...

Like many women, you’ve probably heard about your pelvic floor without really understanding where it is and what it does. That may be perfectly fine as long as it remains strong and in good health, but a weakened pelvic floor can interfere with daily activities, your quality of life, and...

You’re not alone if you’re struggling to achieve and maintain a healthy weight. In the U.S., two-thirds of adults are classified as overweight or obese.  While the majority of the population carries more than the average amount of weight for their height, it’s not for their lack of interest in...

Painful intercourse, also known as dyspareunia, can interfere with intimacy and your ability to maintain a healthy sex life. While the condition can cause varied levels of discomfort, women who complain of painful intercourse typically report a sensation of dryness, tightness, or severe pain.  Painful intercourse can occur as the...

Using traditional hair-removal techniques like waxing, shaving, and plucking can be time-consuming with inconsistent results. The risk of embarrassing knicks, razor bumps, and ingrown hairs can ruin the cosmetic benefits of your efforts.  Laser hair removal avoids damaging your skin by treating hair follicles at a deeper level, where hair...

Testosterone is the main sex hormone in men. When it’s produced at optimal levels, testosterone helps develop and maintain many of the characteristics that make a man masculine. Your muscle mass, deep voice, and libido are supported by normal testosterone levels. Testosterone levels peak at around age 20 and begin...

Symptoms associated with menopause can start as early as four years before your last period and persist for an additional four years or longer. While many symptoms eventually subside as your body adjusts to hormonal changes, menopausal weight gain can make a permanent change in your long-term well-being.  Understanding why...

You’re not alone if you’re experiencing loss of muscle tone, low energy, and a decrease in sexual function. These and other symptoms that can impact your physical, mental, and emotional health are associated with low testosterone, a condition that affects about 40% of men aged 45 and older. Testosterone is...

You’re not alone if you’re suffering from symptoms of menopause that make you feel unable to function normally. Up to 75% of all women experience hot flashes, episodes that cause sudden increases in body temperature without warning. For many women, these symptoms are often accompanied by mood swings, headaches, vaginal...

While every menopause experience is unique, most women have some common symptoms that start before this phase of life and can last for years. Menopausal symptoms can begin four years before your last period and last until four years later, with about 10% of women having some symptoms for 12...

Your body produces hormones to regulate all of your bodily functions from your sleep cycle to your sexual health. And when your hormones are off, your sexual functioning and health are thrown off as well. You may experience less sexual satisfaction, functioning, and even desire. Here at Ovation Women’s Wellness...

Yes, it’s true. Women and men lose weight differently. This is likely due to the fact that men generally have more muscle mass than fat mass, thanks to their high levels of testosterone. So, one of the first ways to help women lose weight with a weight-loss program is to...

Menopause can be greatly disruptive to your everyday life. Once you reach menopause, the point when you haven’t had a period in 12 months, you may continue to experience symptoms for several years. Thankfully, with the right approach, you can keep your symptoms under control and continue living life ....