Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) can provide life-changing relief from troublesome menopause or andropause symptoms. Optimal Hormone Health Center offers customized BHRT to help patients regain balance and vitality. Read on to learn the basics of bioidentical hormones and whether BHRT may be right for you.
Bioidentical hormones are identical in molecular structure to the hormones naturally produced in the human body. At Optimal Hormone Health Center, our caring medical staff specializes in bioidentical hormone treatment using hormones chemically similar to estradiol, progesterone, testosterone and others to supplement declining levels.
Unlike synthetic hormones, bioidenticals adapt to each patient's needs, binding properly to hormone receptors. For many, bioidentical hormones can eliminate uncomfortable symptoms without unwanted side effects. Our knowledgeable staff helps patients make informed choices about bioidentical hormone therapy based on their health history and goals.
Hormone production declines naturally with age. Estrogen deficiency often causes disruptive menopausal symptoms in women. Testosterone deficiency in men leads to low energy, reduced muscle mass and other unwelcome changes. Imbalances produce additional symptoms like insomnia, weight gain and emotional instability.
Restoring optimal hormone levels through bioidentical replacement therapy allows many patients to feel youthful and energetic again. Optimal Hormone Health Center customizes treatment based on each patient's unique deficiency profile for the best possible outcome.
Patients seek bioidentical hormone therapy for relief from hormone deficiency symptoms negatively impacting quality of life, including:
Women - Hot flashes, night sweats - Vaginal dryness - Sleep disruption - Mood changes, anxiety - Weight gain - Low libido
Men - Low energy - Loss of stamina - Increased body fat - Loss of muscle mass - Mood instability - Low libido
Adjusting individual hormone levels as needed alleviates these troubling symptoms, empowering patients to enjoy life again.
The first step is diagnostic testing to pinpoint any hormone imbalances. At Optimal Hormone Health Center, initial assessments include analysis of signs and symptoms plus hormone testing of estradiol, testosterone and other key hormones.
Customized replacement therapy uses the optimal hormones and delivery methods to fit each patient’s needs. The most common delivery methods include:
Follow-up testing ensures hormone levels align properly for the desired outcome. Our staff helps patients understand options to make the most informed decisions during this highly individualized process.
Every patient has their own optimal range for key hormones. Our practitioners aim to restore balance for improved:
The goal is enjoying renewed vigor while minimizing signs and symptoms of hormone deficiency that reduce quality of life. Patients often report feeling 10 or even 20 years younger after starting therapy.
After beginning bioidentical therapy, most patients opt to continue indefinitely once finding an optimal balance. Consistency produces the best long-term results. However, treatment may be discontinued if desired after key goals are achieved.
Optimal Hormone Health Center’ staff provides supportive guidance to ensure therapy aligns with patients' evolving needs and priorities. Our goal is empowering patients to enjoy fulfilling, active lives.
When considering hormone replacement therapy, expertise and trust matter. Optimal Hormone Health Center offers:
Hormone balance looks different for every patient. We take time to understand your unique deficiency profile, lifestyle and goals to create truly custom care.
Our on-site compounding pharmacy produces personalized bioidentical hormones in specific strengths and combinations. Avoid mainstream’s limited generic options.
Our personable practitioners get to know each patient. We listen carefully, provide options weighted neutrally based on facts and collaborate to find your optimal path forward.
Hormone balance affects total wellbeing. We gauge lifestyle factors like fitness, nutrition and stress levels and offer integrated solutions when appropriate.
Optimal Hormone Health Center provides science-based hormone restoration paired with genuine compassion. Contact us to learn more or schedule a consultation.
Below outlines the step-by-step process typically followed by patients receiving bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) through Optimal Hormone Health Center:
Meet with a practitioner to share your health history and goals. We gather key data points to inform next steps, including:
Lab work helps identify current hormone levels and imbalances. Testing often includes:
Review test results together and create a tailored treatment plan targeting likely deficiencies and symptoms.
Begin taking customized bioidentical hormones as prescribed based on your deficiency profile and lifestyle considerations.
We confirm your hormone regimen is producing the desired clinical outcome through lab work and evaluating symptom improvement. Adjust as needed.
Most patients quickly notice positive effects like enhanced energy, more restful sleep and improved sexual health. With consistency, even subtle benefits add up to better overall wellbeing in the months to follow.
Bioidentical hormones are often touted as more natural alternatives to conventional hormone therapy, but research shows bioidentical estrogen carries the same breast cancer risks as traditional estrogen. More studies are still needed to fully understand the long-term safety profile of these customized treatments.
Beyond relieving deficiency symptoms, balanced bioidentical hormone replacement therapy also offers advantages like:
Decreased Disease Risk - Optimal estrogen levels support bone, heart and brain health for reduced risk of osteoporosis, heart disease and dementia.
Healthy Aging - Maintaining youthful hormone balance promotes vitality plus lean muscle mass as we age. Patients often feel healthier in later decades than they did 10 or 20 years prior.
Improved Daily Function - Stable mood, energy, sleep and cognition translates to better performance at work, leisure and relationships.
Emotional Wellbeing - Balanced hormones stabilize mood and outlook for reduced anxiety/depression and greater life satisfaction.
Enhanced Self-Confidence - Feeling energized and at your best promotes positive self-regard and greater social engagement.
Optimal Hormone Health Center sees bioidentical hormone therapy improving all aspects of total health - mind, body and spirit. Patients report therapy delivering renewed quality of life and longevity.
Hormone balance is easiest to restore before extreme deficiencies or disruption of key bodily systems occurs. We encourage both women and men to be proactive against decline by:
Getting Tested - Lab work in your late 30s-40s establishes baseline hormone levels for future comparison. Repeat testing every 5 years.
Not Ignoring Symptoms - Notice signs like low energy, sleep disruption or emotional changes. Diagnose underlying imbalances early.
Seeking Specialized Care - Hormone optimization is complex. Work with reputable practitioners experienced restoring deficiencies.
Replenishing declining hormones promptly maximizes treatment benefits and long-term health outlook. Don't resign yourself to discomfort - take action! Optimal Hormone Health Center offers customized solutions to revive your best self.
Optimal Hormone Health Center welcomes your questions. Reach out anytime to learn more about bioidentical hormone replacement therapy or take the next step toward better health.
