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🧬 Why Your Investigations Matter in Midlife and Hormone Healt h

Hormones Aren’t Always  the Star of the Show

When we talk about blood tests during perimenopause or midlife, many people assume it’s all about hormones. But the truth is:

"For most women, hormone levels change every week — even every day — and a single blood test doesn’t give the full picture."

That’s why we often focus on what else is going on. Instead of looking for a magic hormone number, we use investigations to understand your inflammation levels, metabolic health, nutrient status, and how your body is coping with stress or load. These things can give us crucial insight into what’s driving your symptoms — and how we can support you.

Red Numbers Aren’t Always Bad News

It can feel alarming when you see a test result “in red” — flagged as outside the normal range. But not all red flags are created equal.

"The most important thing is not just that a result is 'abnormal,' but how concerning it really is — and what we do next."

Some results are perfectly explainable in context. Others need a deeper look. Helping you understand that difference is one of the most important things I do — and something I genuinely enjoy.

Real Life Examples: Why Context Matters

Putting your results in context is where the magic happens. 

Here are two examples:

1. A patient comes in with heavy periods and fatigue. Her haemoglobin and iron are low — which completely explains how she’s feeling and gives us a clear direction.
2. Another patient is exercising a lot but not fuelling properly. Her thyroid is suppressed, and her iron is raised compared to previous levels — likely from inflammation post-exercise. Those results might seem concerning at first glance, but when we take everything into account, they actually make sense.

"When we connect the dots, the picture gets clearer — and more empowering."

Blood Tests Are Just One Piece of the Puzzle

While investigations can be incredibly helpful, they’re not everything.

" Bloods don’t tell the whole story — they help us assess risk and make sense of symptoms, but they don’t replace clinical thinking."

Say someone has ongoing gut symptoms. A low ferritin might point to internal bleeding, but a normal ferritin doesn’t guarantee everything’s fine — especially if there are other red flags in the mix. That’s why it’s never just about the numbers.

You’re at the Centre

Every person is different. Your results need to be understood in the context of:

• Where you’re at in your journey
• What symptoms are affecting you
• What’s most important to you

"I take real pleasure in helping you understand your results and use that knowledge to move forward — with clarity, confidence, and care."

Whether it’s navigating brain fog, low energy, poor sleep, or ongoing fatigue, your blood tests can help us validate your experience, make sense of what’s happening, and guide meaningful, realistic next steps.