HORMONE REPLACEMENT THERAPY
Our medical office provides Hormone Replacement Therapy consultations for both men and women. This treatment can help alleviate symptoms associated with hormone imbalances caused by aging, medical conditions, or other factors. Our skilled providers will develop a personalized treatment plan to meet your requirements and will ensure you receive high-quality care and the best results.
Both Dr. David Mendelsohn and Shannon Shipe, FNP-BC, aim to balance your entire body. By listening to your health concerns and medical history, they will create a customized treatment plan to restore your hormones to optimal levels. Explore Our Program to learn more, and contact our patient coordinator for blood work.
Traditional Hormone Therapy vs. Bioidentical Hormone Therapy
Hormone therapy can be either traditional or bioidentical. Traditional hormone therapy is FDA-approved and commonly prescribed for hormone replacement, while bioident hormones are compounded at special pharmacies. Bioidentical hormones offer a safer alternative to synthetic hormones and can be customized to meet individual needs by combining hormones into a single dosage form through compounding.
Hormonal imbalance occurs when the body produces an excess or deficiency of a particular hormone or group of hormones. While some hormones affect both genders, others have different effects on men and women. Estrogen and progesterone imbalances common in women, while testosterone imbalances are common in men. Hormonal imbalances can be caused endocrine disorders, age, and lifestyle, and the symptoms can vary depending on the hormone involved.
Bioidentical hormones are a more precise alternative to synthetic hormones since they mimic the molecular structure of naturally produced hormones. Although both types are manufactured in a laboratory, bioidentical hormones are plant-derived and are considered more "natural." However, bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) not suitable for everyone, and potential risks and side effects can vary on medical history and lifestyle It's crucial to consult with a doctor before considering hormone replacement therapy, particularly if you certain risk factors such as pregnancy vaginal bleeding, certain types of cancer, stroke or heart attack history, blood clots, or liver disease.
Men
Hormone replacement therapy is commonly used in men to treat andropause, which is a gradual decline in testosterone levels. Unlike menopause in women, andropause symptoms occur slowly and subtly. Low testosterone levels can happen at any age.
Women
Hormone replacement therapy is used to treat perimenopause and menopause symptoms in women, but hormone imbalances can occur at any age. Common hormones used in BHRT for women include estrogens, progesterone, testosterone, pregnenolone, and DHEA.
