Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) involves using hormones that are molecularly identical to those naturally produced by the human body to supplement declining levels. This promotes better health and can relieve unpleasant menopausal symptoms. Equilibrium Hormone Institute provides customized BHRT to help patients restore optimal hormonal balance.
Hormone levels begin decreasing around age 30 and drop more rapidly from perimenopause into menopause. Some key reasons this occurs include:
The ovaries produce less estrogen and progesterone over time. By menopause, they have declined enough to cause symptoms.
The pineal gland produces less melatonin, the “sleep hormone,” with age. This contributes to sleep issues.
Constant stress can tire the adrenal glands. This reduces key hormones like DHEA and testosterone.
Factors like inadequate nutrition, excess alcohol intake, smoking, lack of exercise, and chronic stress can disrupt optimal hormonal balance.
Declining hormone levels can negatively impact one’s quality of life. Proper testing and evaluation of hormone imbalances is key, as is beginning bioidentical replacement therapy under medical supervision.
The goal is to safely restore hormones to optimal levels to relieve deficiency symptoms. Balance takes time to achieve, but benefits may become apparent in just weeks or months. Ongoing follow-ups help ensure proper levels long-term.
Comprehensive blood and saliva hormone tests provide key data to evaluate deficiencies or excesses. Common tests include:
Bioidentical hormone pellets are very small implants placed under the skin to release consistent hormones as needed. This avoids ongoing guesswork with gels or patches. Pellets dissolve completely over months.
For ladies, pellets containing estradiol and progesterone are common. Men often get testosterone and potentially DHEA. Thyroid and other hormones may be appropriate too.
Pellets are inserted quickly during a brief office visit. Local anesthesia minimizes discomfort. New pellets are placed every 3-6 months depending on the response.
Declining or unstable estrogen and progesterone levels contribute to unpleasant perimenopause and menopause symptoms along with risks like osteoporosis and heart disease. Bioidentical HRT helps restore optimal balance.
Perimenopause is the 2-10 year transition phase leading up to menopause when hormone fluctuations intensify symptoms. Menopause is reached when a woman has no period for 12 months.
Estrogen/progesterone imbalance symptoms may include:
Vaginal dryness and discomfort
Painful intercourse
Insomnia, fatigue, irritability, anxiety
Weight gain, slower metabolism
Brain fog, memory lapses
Urinary urgency
Mood changes like depression or anxiety
Testosterone and other androgens start decreasing around age 30, causing frustrating symptoms:
Restoring balance through testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) under medical guidance provides tremendous benefits including restored energy, sexual function, lean muscle mass, motivation, and overall vitality.
Bioidentical hormones are not necessarily safer or more effective than synthetic hormones for menopausal symptoms. However, some women report preferring them because they more closely mimic the body's natural hormones. More research is still needed to fully understand the risks and benefits compared to conventional hormone therapy.
The thyroid gland regulates temperature, weight, energy, heart rate and supports growth, digestion and repair. When it underperforms, hypothyroidism results. Symptoms may include:
Hyperthyroidism causes anxiety, racing heart, tremors, trouble sleeping and unintended weight loss.
Customized bioidentical thyroid hormone therapy helps restore optimal function long-term when hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism are present.
Equilibrium Hormone Institute emphasizes personalized care and continual fine tuning for optimal wellness on trt therapy. We also offer:
Our friendly practitioners develop trusted relationships through excellent service, compassionate listening, and a commitment to understanding the “whole person” when providing medical advice and care.
Ft. Myers offers a warm climate and friendly culture. Consider:
With abundant recreation opportunities and friendly locals, Ft. Myers makes hormone therapy convenient while supporting health goals through relaxation, connection and self-care during the process. Being proactive to address hormone deficiencies can help patients enjoy life fully again. Equilibrium Hormone Institute aims to make this journey simple through cutting-edge medical therapies and compassionate support.
