A London-based clinic, Dr Hala Medical Aesthetics, run by renowned surgeon and aesthetics specialist Dr Hala, is drawing attention to a changing trend, with more women proactively seeking guidance, intimate wellness treatments, and interventions to address health concerns that have long been considered taboo.
Offering advanced clinical treatment plans for concerns including vaginal dryness, discomfort, laxity, stress urinary incontinence and reduced intimate sensitivity, the long-established practitioner has seen a significant increase in new patient enquiries at its Fulham practice.
Changing Attitudes and Openness Around Women’s Holistic Well-being
Reluctance to talk about problems around intimate health, libido, intimacy and hormonal changes has undoubtedly been a long-standing challenge for millions of women. Reports have found that, despite the fact that one in six women experiences symptoms of vaginal dryness as just one of the many common concerns:
- Half of all women do not ask for help or speak with a clinician
- 46% of mothers who have had post-birth side effects keep them to themselves
- Access to contraception, fertility, antenatal and cervical cancer screening services has fallen since the pandemic
The outcomes of leaving problems unaddressed can be serious, from issues within relationships, emotional impacts such as anxiety and isolation, chronic pain that may be resolvable, and undiagnosed medical conditions.
However, women’s health specialists are now seeing a gradual but noticeable shift. Dr Hala reflects that this is part of a broader societal trend, driven by improved awareness, greater education about treatment options, and even social media, where female influencers are bringing women’s health into mainstream conversation.
The Importance of Accessing Female Intimate Care
Dr Hala says, ‘Confidentiality and sensitivity around very personal subjects remain vital to female intimate care, but we’ve seen significant increases in patients seeking out specific treatments or cosmetic interventions, and much more openness to discuss symptoms in the same way we’d talk about a sore back or a persistent headache.
This is enormously positive. Many women experience symptoms such as vaginal dryness, discomfort, reduced sensitivity or changes following childbirth or menopause, but often assume these are simply something they have to live with.
In reality, there are a range of treatments that may help relieve symptoms, improve comfort and restore confidence, but accessing the right advice starts with feeling comfortable enough to have those conversations.’
While some treatments are cosmetic and designed to boost confidence and self-esteem, others can relieve discomfort and improve intimate wellbeing. Options like the regenerative O-Shot can be used to support overall intimate wellness following the hormonal and physical changes associated with childbirth, ageing or menopause, as just one example.
Women’s Health Treatments Available From Dr Hala
Alongside aesthetic and cosmetic services, such as facials, peels, laser treatments and injectables, Dr Hala’s status as a gynaecologist enables the private practice to offer a broader range of treatment options, including:
- Vulval fillers to restore hydration, comfort and confidence
- FemiLift vaginal rejuvenation, to address dryness, laxity and stress urinary incontinence
- O-Shot regenerative treatment to support intimate wellness
- Personalised consultations to identify appropriate treatment options
Women who are interested in learning more about these or any other treatments can view full details about what procedures involve through Dr Hala’s website.
There is also the option to browse pricing and book a consultation, with independent guidance from Dr Hala and her team about the most appropriate treatments or solutions based on each patient’s individual concerns, symptoms and wellbeing goals.