Beechill Clinic | Private GP Clinic South Belfast

Month: March 2026

Perimenopause & Autoimmunity: A Common but Overlooked Link

Perimenopause & Autoimmunity: A Common but Overlooked Link

Autoimmune conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, and Hashimoto’s thyroiditis are significantly more common in women. The years leading up to menopause are a known trigger window because the immune system is closely tied to hormone balance. As oestrogen drops, immune regulation becomes less stable, making women more susceptible to: Women frequently contact me as […]

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