Perimenopause Symptoms: What are they and how can I manage them?

Perimenopause is something most women will go through as they age. However, it can cause significant symptoms that wreak havoc on your daily life. Perimenopause can be different for each woman. Some women may experience worse symptoms than others and some may only have a handful of mild symptoms develop. At The McIndoe Centre, we…

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Debunking myths and misconceptions about breast reduction

Many women face daily struggles due to the size of their breasts. Back, chest and shoulder pain may be some of the main physical problems associated with having large breasts, but the problems can extend further than this, from finding clothing that fits well to pain while exercising. Having large breasts can even affect your…

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Common Causes Of Pelvic Pain In Women

Many women experience pelvic pain, and finding out why can be key to treating it.

Pelvic pain is any pain or discomfort in your lower abdomen or pelvis, the area between the hip bones. In women, various conditions related to the reproductive, urinary, digestive or musculoskeletal systems can cause pelvic pain. It is vital to address pelvic pain as it can significantly impact your quality of life and indicate an…

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Menopause And Heart Health: What You Need To Know

Menopause and heart health

Menopause affects most women as they get older and it can wreak havoc on their daily lives, including their work life. Not only can it cause a myriad of irritating (and sometimes debilitating) symptoms, but it can also impact your heart health. Keeping your heart healthy is especially important as you age and understanding the…

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The Journey Of Breast Reduction Surgery

Having larger breasts can seem desirable. However, due to back pain, sore shoulders and a lack of availability of supportive underwear, having large breasts also comes with significant challenges. When the size of your breasts becomes an issue and is damaging your health, you may think there’s nothing you can do. However, breast reduction surgery…

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Full Tummy Tuck vs. Mini Tummy Tuck: Which Procedure is Right for You?

Feeling confident in your body isn’t always easy. Changes to the appearance of your stomach are a common insecurity in both men and women and can develop due to all sorts of reasons, such as pregnancy, weight gain and weight loss. These can cause loose skin and weakened abdominal muscles — causing your tummy to…

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Exploring Secondary Glaucoma: Causes And Treatments

Glaucoma is an eye condition caused by a build-up of pressure in your eye. Over time, it can lead to damage to your optic nerve (which transmits electrical impulses from your eye to the brain). This damage can cause changes in your vision, including loss of vision. Secondary glaucoma is what we call any type…

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Combining Eyelid Surgery With Other Facial Rejuvenation Procedures

When we age, our skin becomes less elastic and firm. As the skin begins to sag, it can cause our eyes to droop. This can change your appearance and make you look older than your years. Undergoing eyelid surgery can reduce these signs of ageing and revamp your appearance. However, there are other facial rejuvenation…

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Busting Common Breast Augmentation Myths And Misconceptions

Breast augmentation is a common surgical procedure to increase the size of your breasts. Women may seek out this procedure for several different reasons, such as changes to the appearance of their breasts from pregnancy, weight gain or weight loss. Alternatively, they might simply desire a fuller cup size. Whatever the reason, if you’re considering…

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