I am delighted to connect with Dr. Rena Malik today. She is a trailblazing urologist who is revolutionizing the conversation around taboo topics. With over 400 million views and 2 million subscribers on her YouTube channel, Dr. Malik has become a leading voice in combatting medical misinformation and empowering individuals with knowledge on critical health issues. In our discussion today, we dive into the shame and stigma many women face when addressing genitourinary concerns, offering information on the pelvic floor and pelvic floor dysfunction. We explore urinary tract infections, overactive bladder, and the causes of pelvic floor dysfunction and touch on the impact of incontinence, prolapse, and the changes women experience in perimenopause and menopause. This conversation is an invaluable masterclass for women, and I am excited to have Dr. Malik returning in the fall for an exploration of topics related to women’s sexual health issues and arousal in perimenopause and menopause.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN:Why do so many women feel ashamed or uncomfortable discussing genitourinary issues with their healthcare providers?Dr. Malik clarifies what the pelvic floor isThe importance of learning how to relax and align the pelvic floorWhy many women experience recurrent UTIs, and how to prevent them from occurringDr. Malik dives into the three categories of intervention to regulate the bladderHow one in three women experience incontinenceThe benefit of doing KegelsWhat causes bladder or rectal prolapses?Why patient empowerment is essential for womenWhy many disorders and dysfunctions intensify with the hormonal changes that occur in perimenopause and menopauseConnect with Cynthia Thurlow  Follow on TwitterInstagramLinkedInCheck out Cynthia’s websiteSubmit your questions to [email protected]Connect with Dr. Rena MalikOn her Website Make an appointment with Dr. Rena Malik On Facebook, Instagram, and TikTokThe Rena Malik MD YouTube ChannelThe Rena Malik MD PodcastOn all other social media platforms: (@renamalikmd)