Hormones in our body control most of our basic bodily functions. When they are even slightly out of balance, it can have a big impact on overall health and wellness. Menopause is a normal, natural part of the aging process, but unfortunately it can cause hormone levels to go out of balance. Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy can help relieve menopause symptoms and improve day to day life.
What are Bioidentical Hormones?
Hormone replacement therapy is a treatment commonly used to relieve symptoms of unbalanced hormones. Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy is a one form of this that has gotten a lot more attention over the past few years.
Bioidentical means it is chemically identical to and mimics the hormones naturally in your body. Estrogen, progesterone and testosterone are the more commonly replicated hormones used in treatment. Bioidentical hormones come in various forms:
- Pills
- Patches
- Pellets
- Creams
- Injections
- Gels
Symptoms of Menopause
Menopause is a part of the natural aging process. Some women may have mild symptoms, while some women may have more severe symptoms that impact day to day life. Here are some common symptoms of menopause:
- Hot flashes
- Mood swings
- Irregular periods
- Night sweats
- Vaginal dryness
- Hair loss
- Lower sex drive
- Urinary problems
Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy for Menopause Relief
As certain hormone levels drop from aging or other factors, Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy can increase those levels to improve menopause symptoms. Hormone replacement therapy may also improve other areas of health, such as reducing the risk of diabetes, tooth loss and cataracts. There is some evidence that this treatment can even improve skin hydration and elasticity.
It is important to discuss with your doctor any side effects that may occur. Some patients report more side effects at the beginning due to the body adjusting to the hormone levels.
After speaking with a doctor, you might decide that Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy for menopause relief is the right decision. Twin Cities Integrative Medicine provides hormone therapy in Maple Grove, Minnesota. Contact our office to learn more and schedule a consultation.
