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Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT)
What Is BHRT?
Bioidentical hormones are artificial hormones we use to treat people whose own hormone levels are low or unbalanced. Our physician implants tiny pellets containing the artificial hormones under your skin.
What Is The Purpose Of BHRT?
Hormones are chemicals made by your endocrine glands. They affect many systems and functions in your body. Even the slightest imbalance can cause symptoms that interfere with your day. The levels of certain hormones, including estrogen, progesterone and testosterone, tend to decrease the age. This can create a variety of unpleasant symptoms, as is often the case for women experiencing menopause or perimenopause. Doctors frequently recommend hormone replacement therapy as a treatment for such symptoms. Bioidentical hormones have the same effects on your body that your own hormones did when you were younger, and can help restore a more vital, energetic and healthier version of yourself.
What Are Some Benefits Of BHRT?
- Increased libido, energy and sense of well beingÂ
- Decreased frequency and severity of hormonal migraine headaches ·
- Decreased mood swings, anxiety and irritability
- Increased muscle mass
- Decreased obesity·
- Improvement in quality of sleep
- Improved balance
- Less eye dryness
What Are Bio-Identical Hormones?
The artificial hormones used in BHRT pellets are produced from plants. They function just like the hormones produced naturally by your body.
Am I A Candidate For BHRT?
Among women, common effects of low hormones include:
- Hot flashes
- Night sweats
- Vaginal dryness
- Loss of interest in sex or painful intercourse
- Problems sleeping
- Loss of energy or fatigue
- Weight gain
- Mood changes
- Memory loss or confusion
Among men, common symptoms of low testosterone include:
- Reduced sex drive
- Reduced erectile function
- Loss of body hair
- Less beard growth
- Loss of lean muscle mass
- Fatigue
- Obesity
- Depression
You can learn whether your hormone levels are below the normal range by asking your healthcare provider to conduct a blood test.
Who Should Not Take Bio-Identical Hormones?
If you’ve had or are at high risk for the following conditions, hormone therapy may not be safe:
- Blood clotting disorders
- Heart or cardiovascular disease
- Breast cancer
- Stroke
How Effective Is BHRT?
Once hormone levels are increased, most people see their symptoms improve. Results vary depending on your symptoms and health history.
How Long Does It Take BHRT To Work?
The amount of time it takes for bio-identical hormones to work varies. Some people feel mild relief within a few weeks. Usually, it takes about three months to feel the full effect of hormone therapy.
What Are The Risks Of BHRT?
Research studies indicate that hormone therapy can increase the risk of blood clots, strokes and gallbladder disease. Your risk of heart disease and breast cancer may also increase if you are older or use hormonal therapy for an extended period. You should discuss the pros and cons of bio-identical hormones with your healthcare provider.Research studies indicate that hormone therapy can increase the risk of blood clots, strokes and gallbladder disease. Your risk of heart disease and breast cancer may also increase if you are older or use hormonal therapy for an extended period. You should discuss the pros and cons of bio-identical hormones with your healthcare provider.
What Are The Risks Of BHRT?
Side effects can occur, especially after the first dose, when your body is not used to the new level of hormones. Many side effects get better as the body adjusts to the new level of hormones.
Some common side effects of bioidentical hormones include:
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- Blurred vision
- Tiredness
- Acne
- Increased facial hair in women
- Headaches
- Breast tenderness.
- Spotting.
- Cramping
- Bloating.
- Mood swings
- Weight gain
Call your healthcare provider if you have any negative side effects after getting a dose of hormones. If you have a side effect that you cannot manage or does not go away in a short time, your dosage may have to be adjusted.
You don’t have to live with the symptoms of hormone imbalance. If you have this issue, make an appointment to consult with our physician, Dr. Kaye Christopher.
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