Expert care at our menopause clinic in London — from early perimenopause symptoms to long-term hormone balance.
As a private menopause clinic in London, we offer fast access to experienced doctors, discreet consultations, and evidence-based treatment tailored to you.
Menopause affects far more than periods — hormone changes impact sleep, mood, energy, weight, concentration, and confidence. At Altera Medical, we provide clear medical guidance and personalised menopause treatment, helping you understand what’s happening in your body and choose the right next step — whether that includes HRT or non-hormonal options.
Perimenopause and menopause are medical transitions that affect every woman differently.
Symptoms may begin years before periods stop completely and are often misunderstood, overlooked, or dismissed.
At Altera Medical, menopause care is structured, evidence-based, and personal. We focus on accurate diagnosis, clear explanations, and treatment plans that make sense for your health, lifestyle, and preferences.
Comprehensive menopause or perimenopause consultation
Assessment by a private GP with menopause expertise
Hormone blood tests where clinically appropriate
Diagnosis of menopause or early menopause
HRT assessment, prescription, and monitoring
Ongoing menopause support and treatment reviews
For many women, menopause symptoms are dismissed as “just part of getting older” or something to endure quietly.
Hormonal changes during perimenopause and menopause are significant. Declining estrogen and progesterone affect far more than the reproductive system — they influence brain chemistry, bone density, cardiovascular health, metabolism, temperature regulation, and mood stability.
Medical menopause care focuses on:
Understanding whether symptoms are hormonal, coincidental, or related to other health conditions
Safely restoring estrogen and progesterone levels where appropriate
Using body-identical HRT or non-hormonal alternatives supported by clinical research
Addressing not only current symptoms but also future bone and cardiovascular health
By treating menopause as a medical transition — not simply a natural process to endure — women can maintain quality of life, protect long-term health, and feel like themselves again.
At Altera Medical, we discuss all suitable options clearly. There is no standard approach — treatment is personalised based on your symptoms, medical history, risk factors, and preferences.
Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) is the most effective treatment for moderate to severe menopause symptoms.
Body-identical HRT replaces declining oestrogen and progesterone levels, reducing hot flushes, improving sleep, stabilising mood, and protecting bone density. When appropriately prescribed and monitored, it is considered safe for most women and follows NICE and British Menopause Society guidelines.
Non-hormonal options may be more suitable for women with certain medical histories or personal preferences.
These can include lifestyle and dietary strategies to support hormonal balance, targeted medication for specific symptoms such as sleep disturbance or low mood, vaginal oestrogen for local symptoms without systemic hormone exposure, and complementary approaches used alongside medical care.
Many women search for menopause symptoms treatment, menopause weight gain treatment, or how to check hormones for menopause after months or years of unexplained changes. This service is designed for individuals experiencing symptoms such as:
Hot Flushes & Night Sweats
Sudden hot flushes, night sweats, and episodes of overheating that disrupt sleep, daily comfort, and can feel embarrassing or unpredictable.
Sleep & Energy Problems
Difficulty falling or staying asleep, waking at night, persistent fatigue, and low energy levels.
Mood & Anxiety Changes
Low mood, irritability, anxiety, panic symptoms, and emotional instability linked to hormonal shifts.
Brain Fog & Memory Changes
Poor concentration, forgetfulness, mental fatigue, and reduced clarity affecting confidence and performance.
Weight Gain & Body Changes
Unexplained weight gain, particularly around the abdomen, and changes in body composition.
Joint & Muscle Discomfort
Joint pain, stiffness, muscle aches, and slower recovery commonly associated with low estrogen levels.
Intimate & Sexual Health Changes
Reduced libido, vaginal dryness, and discomfort during intimacy — discussed confidentially and sensitively.
Cycle & Hormonal Changes
Irregular periods, changes in cycle length, early menopause symptoms, and signs of hormonal imbalance.
A detailed discussion of symptoms, menstrual history, lifestyle factors, sleep, stress, and overall health.
Evaluation of whether symptoms are related to perimenopause, menopause, or another medical condition.
Blood tests are used selectively — we do not order unnecessary investigations.
Clear explanation of HRT and non-hormonal options, including benefits, risks, and expectations.
A plan tailored to your needs, with follow-up and adjustments as required.
Our role is to guide you through perimenopause and menopause with consistent, personalised medical support.
Effective menopause management extends beyond an initial prescription. Long-term wellbeing is supported by:
Regular medical monitoring and treatment adjustments
Blood tests to track hormone levels where clinically appropriate
Lifestyle guidance to support hormonal balance alongside treatment
Open communication about changing symptoms or side effects
If menopause symptoms are affecting your sleep, mood, or confidence, you don’t have to manage them alone. Expert guidance and evidence-based treatment can restore your quality of life.
*We serve patients across Greenwich, Blackhorse Road, Orpington, and surrounding areas of South East and East London.
Many women experience symptoms for months or years without recognising them as hormonal. We help determine whether symptoms are linked to menopause or other factors.
Body-identical (bioidentical) HRT uses hormones chemically identical to those produced by the body, unlike older synthetic formulations. We prescribe in line with NICE and British Menopause Society guidance.
Treatment duration varies. Some women use HRT short-term, others longer for symptom control and bone protection. This is reviewed regularly.
Only if clinically appropriate and if you feel comfortable proceeding. Many consultations focus on assessment and education first.
HRT is available on the NHS, but access and expertise vary. Private care offers faster appointments, specialist input, and more time to discuss options.
Treatment responses vary. If initial HRT doesn’t provide relief, we can adjust dosage, change formulation, or explore alternative approaches. Finding the right treatment sometimes requires adjustments.
