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Today is World Menopause Day. Menopause is still widely misunderstood while millions of women continue to suffer through the uncomfortable and life-threatening symptoms & risk factors associated with perimenopause and postmenopause.

Changes in your body in the years around menopause may raise your risk for certain health problems. Low levels of estrogen and other changes related to aging (like gaining weight) can raise your risk of heart disease, stroke, osteoporosis, and other health issues.

Perimenopause is the time around menopause when your ovaries gradually stop working. This is a natural process that causes physical and emotional symptoms. During that time, your hormones are declining, but you still see periods.

What are the symptoms of perimenopause?

😟Mood changes.
😟Changes in s*xual desire.
😟Trouble concentrating or with memory.
🥵Headaches.
😰Night sweats.
🔥Hot flashes.
😟Vaginal dryness.
😟Trouble with sleep.
😟Weight gain

Post menopause is when periods stop for good. It's diagnosed after 12 months without a menstrual period, vaginal bleeding, or spotting. Menopause can happen in the 40s or 50s.

Postmenopause is a term to describe the time after you've gone through menopause. When you're in postmenopause (or postmenopausal), your menstrual period has been gone for longer than 12 consecutive months.

Common symptoms of menopause

😟Anxiety.
😠Changes in mood – such as low mood or irritability.
😟Changes in skin conditions, including dryness or increase in oiliness and onset of adult acne.
😟Difficulty sleeping – this may make you feel tired and irritable during the day.
😟Discomfort during s*x.
😟Feelings of loss of self.

At St. Rose Medical, we understand that women need support as they go through this life change. Come visit our caring and compassionate gynecologist, Dr. Peter St. Rose to develop a menopause management plan that suits you best. Treatments include hormone therapy, complementary therapies, non hormonal medicines,
and more.

📍 Location: 40 Micoud Street Castries
🕑Operating Hours : Mon Fri 8am -4pm
Sat: 8am - 12pm
☎️ Fixedline: 758 452 2978
📱 Mobile: 758 484 8222
📩 Email: [email protected]

Laughter is medicine for the soul. Have a hearty laugh at this hilarious PMS meme🤣. We are sure many of the ladies can relate as PMS, and, to a larger extent, PMDD affects women mentally as well.

Let's talk PMS/PMDD today!

Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) refers to the physical and emotional symptoms some women experience one or 2 weeks before their period. PMS symptoms usually ease when your period starts. Many people have one or 2 premenstrual symptoms.

Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) is a condition in which a woman has severe depression symptoms, irritability, and tension before menstruation. The symptoms of PMDD are more severe than those seen with premenstrual syndrome (PMS).

Premenstrual symptoms include:

🩸Mood swings.
🩸Irritability & depression.
🩸Fatigue
🩸Feeling down or anxious.
🩸feeling irritable.
🩸feeling bloated
🩸Tummy appears bigger than normal.
🩸Headaches.
🩸Breast tenderness or changes.
🩸Loss of interest in s*x.
🩸Changes in skin (like spots or dryness) or oily skin/acne

What are the symptoms of PMDD?

😟Depressed mood, sadness.
😟Hopelessness, or feelings of worthlessness.
😥Increased anxiety, tension, or the feeling of being on edge all the time
😠Mood swings.
😓Self-critical thoughts, increased sensitivity to rejection.
😨Frequent or sudden tearfulness.
😡Increased irritability, anger, or both.

At St. Rose Medical, we help women cope with the uncomfortable and disruptive symptoms of PMS/PMDD.

Visit our compassionate and experienced Obstetrician/Gynecologist today, Dr. Peter St Rose to discuss your symptoms and develop a treatment plan that works best for you. Treatments can include medications, supplements, lifestyle change recommendations, and more.

Makeup an appointment or walk into our clinic.

📍Location: 40 Micoud Street Castries
🕑 Operatong Hours: Monday - Friday 8am - 4pm
Saturdays: 8am - 12pm
☎️Fixed Line: 758 452 2978
📱Mobile & Whatsapp: 758 484 8222
📩 Email: [email protected]

Breast cancer is the number 1 cause of death amongst women in Saint Lucia and the main cause of premature death among women.

The risk of breast cancer is increased with increasing age, obesity, harmful use of alcohol, family history of breast cancer, history of radiation exposure, inflammatory diets, prolonged exposure to/use of endocrine disrupters, reproductive history (such as age that menstrual periods began and age at first pregnancy) and to***co use .

Symptoms of breast cancer include:

🎀Breast lump or thickening, often without pain.

🎀change in size, shape, or appearance of the breast.

🎀dimpling, redness, pitting, or other changes in the skin.

🎀change in ni**le appearance or the skin surrounding the ni**le. (ar**la)

🎀Abnormal or bloody fluid from the ni**le.

Early detection is your best chance at overcoming cancer diagnoses.

Come visit our experienced and caring women's health expert Dr. Peter St. Rose Obstetrician Gynecologist for a comprehensive women's health assessment and breast exam.

📍Location: 40 Micoud Street Castries Upstairs Casa Bella
📲 WhatsApp & Mobile: 758 484 8222
Email: 📩 [email protected]
📞 Telephone: 758 452 2978

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HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE IS A SILENT KILLER & LEADING CAUSE OF DEATH IN SAINT LUCIA.

Stroke is the number 1 cause of death in Saint Lucia, while ischemic heart disease is the second highest cause of death. Both stroke and ischemic heart disease are risk factors of High Blood Pressure.

What is high blood pressure?

🩸High blood pressure (hypertension) means that your blood is pumping with more force than normal through your arteries. The added stress on the arteries can speed up the clogging of arteries with fatty plaques (atherosclerosis). Atherosclerosis contributes to many illnesses, such as heart attack and stroke.

Symptoms of high blood pressure:

😩Severe headaches.
😔Chest pain.
🥴Dizziness.
🫁Difficulty breathing.
🤢Nausea.
🤮Vomiting.
🥴Blurred vision or other vision changes.
😞Anxiety.

Do you know your numbers? When last was your blood pressure checked? Do you have a disease management plant developed by your doctor? Book an appointment today or just walk in to see Dr. Alphonsus St. Rose who is our experienced Internal Medicine Specialist for diagnoses and treatment.

Colon cancer is the the 4th most common cancer diagnosed in Saint Lucia. Currently colon cancer is at number 18 in the top 20 causes of death in Saint Lucia. At least 21 persons die every year in Saint Lucia with colon cancer. It is critical to get your screening (colonoscopies) done from age 45. A colonoscopy may also be necssary if you have the symptoms listed below.

Colom cancer, also known as colore**al cancer and as bowel cancer, colon cancer, or re**al cancer, is the development of cancer from the colon or re**um.

Signs and symptoms may include:

🔴A change in bowel habits.
🔴Blood in or on your stool (bowel movement).
🔴Diarrhea, constipation, or 🔴feeling that the bowel does not empty all the way.
🔴Abdominal pain, aches, or cramps that don't go away.
🔴Weight loss and you don't know why.
🔴fatigue.

If you are 45 years and over or have any any of the above symptoms book a consultation with our expert Gastroenterologist/Internist Dr. Alphonsus St. Rose to get your screening done.

We also accept walk-ins.

📍Location: 40 Micoud Street Casties upstairs Casa Bella
📞 Telephone: 758 453 1938
🕙 Operating Hours: Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturdays: 9am - 1pm

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Endometriosis is a disease in which cells like those in the endometrium, the layer of tissue that normally covers the inside of the uterus, grow outside the uterus. It occurs in humans and a limited number of menstruating mammals.

Common symptoms of endometriosis include:

🔴Painful periods.
🔴Pelvic pain and cramping may start before a menstrual period and last for days into it.
🔴Pain with s*x.
🔴Pain during or after s*x is common with endometriosis.
🔴Pain with bowel movements or urination.
🔴Excessive bleeding.
🔴Infertility.
🔴Swelling of the abdomen.
🔴Constipation.
🔴Abnormal vaginal bleeding of discharge .

If you are experiencing any of these symptoms or think you may have endometriosis, we can help you.

Visit our clinic today to consult with our expert Obstetrician/Gynecologist Dr. Peter St. Rose for diagnoses and treatment. We accept walk-ins.

📍Location: 40 Micoud Street Castries Upstairs Casa Bella
📞Fixed Line: 758 452 2978
📲 Mobile/Whatsapp: 758 484 8222
🕙Operating Hours: Monday - Friday 8am - 4pm
Saturdays: 8am - 1pm

🔥What is gastritis?
Gastritis is when your stomach lining gets red and swollen (inflamed).

🔥What causes gastritis?
Gastritis may be caused by many things. It can be caused by diet and lifestyle habits, such as:

✅️Drinking too much alcohol

✅️Smoking

✅️Extreme stress
This can be from serious or life-threatening health problems

✅️Long-term use of aspirin and over-the-counter pain and fever medicines

🔥Health issues that can lead to gastritis include:

✅️Infections caused by bacteria and viruses

✅️Major surgery

✅️Traumatic injury or burns

🔥Some diseases can also cause gastritis. These include:

✅️Autoimmune disorders. This is when your immune system attacks your body’s healthy cells by mistake.

✅️Chronic bile reflux. This is when bile backs up into your stomach and food pipe (esophagus). Bile is a fluid that helps you digest food.

✅️Pernicious anemia. This is a form of anemia that happens when your stomach can't digest vitamin B-12.

🔥What are the symptoms of gastritis?

Each person’s symptoms may vary. The most common symptoms of gastritis include:

✅️Stomach upset or pain
✅️Belching and hiccups
✅️Belly (abdominal) bleeding
✅️Nausea and vomiting
✅️Feeling of fullness or burning in your stomach
✅️Loss of appetite
✅️Blood in your vomit or stool. This is a sign that your stomach lining may be bleeding.

Come visit our expert Gastroenterologist/Internist Dr. Alphonsus St.Rose today for diagnosis and treatment of gastritis and all stomach/digestive disorders.

📍 Location: 40 Micoud Street Castries
📞 Telephone #: 758 453 1938
🕙 Operating Hours: Monday - Friday 9am - 4pm
Saturdays: 9am - 1pm

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Come visit us today ! Our expert physicians are passionate about your health. We specialize in:

✅️Gynecology
✅️Obstetrics
✅️Internal Medicine
✅️Gastroenterology

📍40 Micoud Street Castries
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Stomach ulcer, also called a peptic ulcer, is a break in the inner lining of the stomach, the first part of the small intestine, or sometimes the lower esophagus. An ulcer in the stomach is called a gastric ulcer, while one in the first part of the intestines is a duodenal ulcer.

Symptoms of stomach ulcers include:

✅️Abdominal pain just below the ribcage.
✅️Indigestion.
✅️Nausea.
✅️Loss of appetite.
✅️Vomiting.
✅️Weight loss.
✅️Bright or altered blood is present in vomit or bowel motions.
✅️Symptoms of anemia, such as light-headedness.

Our expert Gastroenterologist/Internist Dr. Alphonsus St. Rose can perform a gastroscopy to diagnose ulcers and treat them effectively. Gastroscopy is a test to look inside your stomach directly and see whether you have a stomach ulcer. It involves passing a thin, flexible tube (an endoscope) with a camera through into your stomach and the 1st section of the small intestine (duodenum).

If you suspect that you may have a stomach ulcer or you are experiencing any of the above symptoms, make an appointment or walk into our clinic today.

📍 40 Micoud Street Castries Upstairs Casa Bella
📞 758 453 1938
🕙Monday - Friday 9am - 4pm
Saturdays - 9am - 1pm

Did you know that acid reflux is a very common condition that affects millions of people worldwide? The symptoms can be uncomfortable and painful.

We can help you. Come see our expert Gastroenterologist/Internist Dr. Alphonsus St. Rose for diagnoses and treatment.

📍 #40 Micoud Street Castries Upstairs Casa Bella
🕑 Monday - Friday 9am - 4pm
📞 758 453 1938

Acid reflux, also called heartburn, is the backflow of stomach contents into the esophagus. The feeling of acid reflux is heartburn: a mild burning sensation in the mid-chest, often occurring after meals or when lying down.

HEARTBURN ❤️‍🔥

Heartburn occurs when stomach acid flows back into the esophagus, the tube that connects your throat to your stomach. This happens because the lower esophageal sphincter (LES), a ring of muscle at the bottom of the esophagus, doesn’t close properly or relaxes too frequently. The acid irritates the lining of the esophagus, causing a burning sensation in the chest or throat. This condition is known as acid reflux or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) when it happens frequently.

To cure heartburn, you can make lifestyle changes such as avoiding trigger foods, eating smaller meals, and not lying down after eating. Medications like antacids, H2 blockers, and proton pump inhibitors can help reduce acid. In severe cases, surgery might be needed to strengthen the muscle that keeps acid in the stomach.


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Are you experiencing the following symptoms? If yes and you are over 40 you may be going through peri menopause. Some women even start at 30.

🌺Irregular periods or skipping periods.

🌺Periods that are heavier or lighter than usual.

🌺Changes in mood like irritability, depression or mood swings.

🌺Low libido.

🌺Hot flashes.

🌺Night sweats.

🌺Vaginal dryness that causes s*xual discomfort during s*x.

Perimenopause means "around menopause" and refers to the time during which your body makes the natural transition to menopause, marking the end of the reproductive years. Perimenopause is also called the menopausal transition.

Perimenopause can begin in some women in their 30s, but most often it starts in women ages 40 to 44. It is marked by changes in menstrual flow and in the length of the cycle. There may be sudden surges in estrogen.

Ovulation may become erratic and then stop. The menstrual cycle lengthens, and flow may become irregular before your final period. Symptoms are caused by the changing levels of hormones.

This “menopausal transition” brings unpredictable ovulation cycles as estrogen and progesterone hormone levels go up and down. Many women become frustrated with the challenging physical and emotional changes they experiencing during that time which can span from hair loss to depression to dry skin, weight gain, digestive issues and more.

St. Rose Medical is there to help you understand the changes that you are experiencing and assist with strategies to help you overcome them including but not limited to medications, hormone therapy, supplementation, mindfulness practices etc.

Come see our highly experienced Obstetrician/Gynecologist Dr. Peter St. Rose who has been supporting women medically for over 20 years.

We accept walk ins Call or whatsapp to book an appointment.

📍 #40 Micoud Street Castries, upstairs Casa Bella.
🕑 Monday - Friday 8am - 4pm
Saturday's 8am - 1pm
📞 758 452 2978
📱 Cell & Whatsapp: 758 484 8222
📩 Email: [email protected]

PCOS is a very common hormone problem for women of childbearing age. Women with PCOS may not ovulate, have high levels of androgens, and have many small cysts on the ovaries. PCOS can cause missed or irregular menstrual periods, excess hair growth, acne, infertility, and weight gain.

PCOS can cause hormonal imbalances, irregular periods, excess androgen levels, and cysts in the ovaries. Irregular periods, usually with a lack of ovulation, can make it difficult to become pregnant. PCOS is a leading cause of infertility.

The symptoms of PCOS may include:

🩸Missed periods
🩸Irregular periods
🩸Very light periods.
🩸Ovaries that are large or have many cysts
🩸Extra body hair, including the chest, stomach, and back (hirsutism)
🩸Weight gain, especially around the belly.
🩸Acne or oily skin.
🩸Male-pattern baldness or thinning hair.
🩸Infertility

How is PCOS treated?

💊Birth control pills. These help to control menstrual cycles, lower androgen levels, and reduce acne.

💊Diabetes medicine. This is often used to lower insulin resistance in PCOS.

🥬A change in diet & the use of specific supplements.

🏃‍♀Exercise and other lifestyle changes such as proper stress management, adequate sleep and mindfulness practices

💉Medicines to treat other symptoms.

If you or someone you know suspects that you may have PCOS, book a consultation with our expert gynecologist, Dr. Peter St. Rose for a thorough assessment, diagnosis, and treatment plan.

📍 #40 Micoud Street Castries
🕑 Monday - Friday 8am - 4pm & Saturday's 8am - 12pm.
📞758 452 22978
📱Whatsapp: 758 484 8222
📩 [email protected]

August 1st - 7th is world breastfeeding week. Enjoy the funny and informative video below. A little humor sometimes makes things more understandable😊

Breastfeeding can help protect babies against some short- and long-term illnesses and diseases. Breastfed babies have a lower risk of asthma, obesity, type 1 diabetes, and sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). Breastfed babies are also less likely to have ear infections and stomach bugs.

We know in this modern era where moms are also hardworking breadwinners with demanding schedules breastfeeding can be a challenge.

Here are some helpful tips for new breastfeeding moms.

🤱🏾Ask your supervisor before you return to work where you can go to express milk. Knowing what to expect makes it easier to plan for what you’ll need.

🤱🏾Talk to other coworkers who have pumped milk at the office. Their experience can help inform you on what to expect.

🤱🏾Make sure you have a way to store breastmilk properly. If you don’t have access to a fridge at work, you’ll want to invest in buying a storage container system that can keep your milk cold. If you can use the fridge at work, label your containers and place them in the back of the fridge where it’s coldest.

🤱🏾Take a picture of your baby with you to work. Some moms find that looking at a picture of their baby helps them express milk.

🤱🏾Keep a bottle of water with you during the day to stay hydrated. Make sure you can refill it when necessary.

🤱🏾Consider using a child care facility that’s close to your job. Talk to your employer about visiting your baby during lunch or other breaks to breastfeed. Many child care facilities will accommodate breastfeeding moms.

🤱🏾Make sure your baby can take a bottle before you head back to work. Ask another adult to help bottle train your baby – your baby is more likely to take a bottle from someone

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Remember to book your obstetric appointments with our caring and compassionate Obstetrician/Gynecologist Dr. Peter St. Rose as he supports you through every stage of your pregnancy, delivery and post pregnancy care. We also accept walk ins.

📍 #40 Micoud Street Castries
🕑 Monday- Friday 8am- 4pm
Saturday's: 8am - 12pm
📞 758 452 2978
📱WhatsApp & Cell: 758 484 8222
Email: [email protected]

Its Leo season!🎉🎊🎂🎁🍷🕺Join us in celebrating one of the "Roses" from St. Rose Medical our very own Gastroenterologist/Internist Dr. Alphonsus St. Rose on his special day.💕

We wish him continued health and happiness today and every day!

Drop a happy birthday for him in the comments and give him all his flowers while he can enjoy them💐🎁

LET'S TALK FIBROIDS TODAY!

We are at the end of July which is Fibroid Awareness Month. Ladies be aware of the symptoms such as: abnormal bleeding, anemia, lower abdominal pain or pressure, frequent urination, pain during s*xual in*******se, and severe menstrual cramps. If you experience any of these, it's essential to get tested for fibroids.

Your well-being is our priority.

Fibroids are common noncancerous growths in the uterus that can cause heavy menstrual bleeding, frequent urination, and pelvic pain. Understanding fibroids and getting diagnosed early is crucial.

Take control of your uterine health and schedule a screeninh St. Rose Medical.

Fibroid tumors are composed of renegade muscle cells that come together to form a fibrous "knot" or "mass" within the uterus. Although all uterine fibroids are the same, they are categorized based on their location:

🔴Submucosal fibroids are located just under the uterine lining.
🔴Intramural fibroids lie between the muscles of the uterine wall.
🔴Subserol fibroids extend from the uterine wall into the pelvic cavity.

Fibroids most commonly occur between ages 30 and 40, with black women at greatest risk. To date, at least one genetic link has been identified, indicating that fibroids may also run in families.

For some women fibroids cause no symptoms, but when they do, problems often involve heavy menstrual periods and prolonged bleeding.

"They can also cause pelvic or abdominal pain or swelling and increased urination," says Aydin Arici, MD, professor of obstetrics and gynecology and director of reproductive endocrinology and infertility at the Yale University School of Medicine.

Schedule a consultation with our experienced and highly skilled Obstetrician/ Gynecologist Dr. Peter St. Rose for fibroid screening, diagnosis and treatment. Dr St. Rose has performed hundreds of Myomectomies and Hysterectomies throughout his extensive career spanning over 20 years. Our clinic can also facilitate non surgical treatments such as uterine embolization.

Schedule an appointment or visit us today. We also accept walk Ins.

📍 #40 Micoud Stree Castries, Upstairs Casa Bella
🕘 8am - 4pm Monday - Friday
9am - 12pm on Saturdays
☎️ 758 452 2978
📲 Cell& Whatsapp: 758 484 8222