Recognizing Signs of Menopause in Chicago

Navigating the signs of menopause doesn’t have to be a journey you take alone. At Down There Urology in Chicago, our board-certified, fellowship-trained specialists understand the profound impact that perimenopause and menopause can have on your sexual health, urinary function, and overall quality of life. We’re here to provide compassionate, specialized care that addresses your most intimate concerns during this natural transition.

Comprehensive Menopause Care

Menopause is not just about hot flashes. Many women experience urogenital symptoms that significantly affect their daily lives, including vaginal dryness, painful intercourse, urinary incontinence, decreased libido, and changes in genital appearance. Our Chicago urology specialists offer evidence-based treatments tailored to your unique needs, helping you maintain confidence and comfort during perimenopause, menopause, and the post menopausal years.

Dr. Fenwa Milhouse specializes in Female Pelvic Medicine and understands that the hormonal changes during menopause can create challenges that traditional gynecologists may not fully address. As urologists with expertise in sexual medicine, we focus on solutions that restore both function and confidence, treating the whole person rather than just symptoms.

Our Menopause Treatment Options

Whether you’re experiencing early signs of menopause or managing post menopausal symptoms, we offer comprehensive solutions including hormone replacement therapy, testosterone therapy for women, treatments for urinary incontinence, vaginal rejuvenation procedures, and management of sexual dysfunction. Each treatment plan is developed through shared decision-making, ensuring you receive care that aligns with your goals and lifestyle.

Our Chicago clinic provides a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can discuss the intimate changes happening in your body. From addressing bladder leakage to restoring sexual comfort and pleasure, we’re committed to helping you navigate this phase with grace and confidence.

Why Choose Down There Urology

As fellowship-trained urologists specializing in women’s health, we bring advanced expertise to menopause care that goes beyond traditional approaches. We understand the connection between hormonal changes and urogenital health, offering innovative treatments that many women don’t know are available. Our patient-centered approach means you’ll receive personalized attention, comprehensive evaluations, and treatment options designed specifically for your body and your goals.

Don’t let the signs of menopause diminish your quality of life. Schedule a consultation with our Chicago specialists today and discover how specialized urological care can help you feel like yourself again.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common signs of menopause that affect urological health?

Common urological symptoms include urinary incontinence, increased urgency and frequency, vaginal dryness, painful intercourse, decreased sexual desire, and changes in genital tissue. Many women also experience urinary tract infections more frequently during perimenopause and after becoming post menopausal.

When should I see a urologist for menopause symptoms?

If you’re experiencing bladder leakage, pain during sex, vaginal discomfort, or decreased sexual function during perimenopause or menopause, a urologist specializing in women’s health can offer solutions that go beyond what traditional menopause care provides. We focus specifically on the urogenital symptoms that significantly impact quality of life.

Is hormone therapy right for me?

Hormone replacement therapy can be highly effective for managing menopause symptoms, but it’s not right for everyone. During your consultation, we’ll review your medical history, discuss your symptoms, and develop an individualized treatment plan that may include hormone therapy, testosterone therapy, or alternative treatments based on your unique needs.

Do you offer treatments for painful intercourse after menopause?

Yes. Post menopausal vaginal changes can make intimacy uncomfortable or painful, but effective treatments are available. We offer hormone therapies, vaginal rejuvenation procedures, and other solutions designed to restore comfort and sexual function so you can maintain a fulfilling intimate life.

This is my first visit with Dr. Kansal. He took his time and explained everything thoroughly and made me feel comfortable discussing my concerns. I highly recommend him.

If your looking for a urologist. Dr. Milhouse is the one! She is very professional and caring. She takes her time with you and hears your concerns or any questions you may have. She takes really good care with her patients.

The Team at Down There Urology has given me an excellent patient experience. Dr. Kansal is dedicated to providing best in class service, treatment and knowledge in his field of expertise. I highly recommend to anyone looking for help.

Dr. Milhouse was an absolute pleasure to meet. She was extremely informative, professional, personable, and educational in her approach. If you are looking for results with comfort, Dr. Milhouse is the physician for you!

This was the most encouraging Dr appt. I’ve ever had. Dr Kansal listened intently and has lots of options available. I will recommend any Man to his practice.

Dr. Milhouse provides hope! She listens to patient concerns and is fully engaged in conversation. Dr. Milhouse is open to patient ideas and will thoughtfully, respectfully discuss concerns and treatment options in a friendly, scientific conversational manner. She provides inclusive, thorough, comprehensive care. Additionally. she’s tech savvy, hip, knows her audience and will speak to you accordingly.

Dr. Kansal and his staff are amazing! They are knowledgeable, attentive and real seem to care about the patient and the patient experience. I highly recommend.

I feel very comforted to have Dr. Milhouse as my providers. She has been nothing but professional and compassionate to me. Going above and beyond my expectations. I’ve been in the medical field for ten years, and you can tell when you’re lucky enough to come across providers at this caliber.

I have been a patient of Dr. Kansal’s for the past 2 plus years. Whenever you have to make an appointment with a urologist to talk about a problem or problems “down under there”, it’s not the easiest thing to talk about. First of all, Dr. Kansal makes it easy and relaxed to talk about the issues at hand. He takes the time to listen to your concerns and then comes up with a plan to help address the problem. He is up to date on all the latest men’s health issues especially “down under”.

I have nothing but good to say about Dr Millhouse. I had been seeing urologists since 2014 without getting anywhere with my issues along with being told incorrect diagnosis. I was actually totally incontinent the first time I saw her. I didn’t even leave the house. I was lost and so depressed. Dr Millhouse is a strait shooter. She diagnosed my on my first visit, resulting in a cure of my I continue and I stopped taking all urologic meds.