Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is the use of hormones to treat symptoms associated with declining hormone levels that occur during perimenopause and menopause in women or andropause in men. HRT can provide relief from symptoms and help people feel more like themselves again.
At Balance Hormone Clinic in Dunedin, we offer customized hormone therapy treatments to help both women and men suffering from age-related hormone deficiencies. We believe balancing your hormones is key to living your best life. Read on to learn more about common hormone deficiency signs, the wide-ranging benefits of hormone therapy, who is a good candidate, what to expect during treatment, and why Balance Hormone Clinic should be your top choice in Dunedin for HRT.
Declining hormones affect people differently, but some common deficiency signs in both men and women may include:
If you've noticed any of the above symptoms, low hormone levels may be to blame. The good news is HRT can help!
Restoring hormones to optimal levels with HRT offers widespread benefits for both men and women, including relief of uncomfortable deficiency symptoms. Those who undergo treatment often report feeling healthier, happier, and more energetic. For many it's life changing.
Additional benefits may include:
As you can see, properly balanced hormones are vital for overall health and wellbeing. The skilled practitioners at Balance Hormone Clinic can help you finally find relief.
If you're experiencing multiple bothersome menopausal or andropausal symptoms, you may benefit from HRT. Those with early onset or surgically-induced menopause or andropause tend to have more severe symptoms and are excellent candidates.
In general, good HRT candidates include:
The Balance Hormone Clinic team will fully evaluate your health during an initial consultation to determine if you are a good fit for hormone therapy.
Recent research has found that hormone therapy started early in menopause may provide cognitive benefits for some women. A 2021 study showed that women who began estrogen-only therapy within 6 years of menopause had better verbal memory and processing speed compared to women further from menopause or who took combination therapy.
The first step is always a thorough evaluation and lab testing to identify any hormone imbalances. We check key hormones like estradiol, progesterone and testosterone as well thyroid function.
Custom treatment plans are then created to restore hormone levels based on your individual needs and health goals. This usually involves prescription testosterone therapy, estrogen therapy, or other hormones via injections, creams or gels, pills or pellet implants.
Follow up lab testing and consultations continue every 3-6 months to ensure optimal hormone balance is achieved and maintained long-term. Most patients start feeling better within weeks but maximum benefits usually take 3-6 months.
When it comes to something as delicate as hormone balance, expertise and experience matter. Balance Hormone Clinic sets the platinum standard with:
We also stand out by offering lifestyle guidance and mental health support in addition to medical treatment - vital for optimal results.
Within our elegant yet approachable offices, we've created an oasis where you can focus on improved health and reclaiming your inner vitality. Let us help you feel like the best version of yourself again through expert hormone replacement therapy.
Testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) is an increasingly popular form of hormone therapy used to raise low testosterone ("low T") levels in men back up to an optimal range. Male testosterone levels peak in the late teens to early 20s then steadily decline approximately 1% per year after age 30. But some men experience a more rapid decline resulting in troubling symptoms.
Relieving frustrating low T symptoms and restoring one's vitality and confidence levels inspires many men to seek TRT. When administered under the care of a knowledgeable healthcare professional like the doctors at Balance Hormone Clinic, testosterone therapy offers life-changing benefits with minimal risks.
Men experiencing multiple low testosterone symptoms along with a clinical diagnosis of low T are prime candidates for TRT including those with:
A simple blood test can determine if your testosterone levels are suboptimal. Our specialty trained doctors will diagnose low T if total testosterone blood levels are below 300 ng/dL or free testosterone levels are less than 5 pg/mL.
The benefits of TRT go far beyond sex drive. When properly administered under medical guidance, testosterone therapy helps men feel powerful, productive and passionately alive again.
Benefits include:
Physical
Sexual
Mental
The TRT regimen prescribed will depend on your individual needs and preferences but commonly involves intramuscular injections or use of transdermal gels. We carefully monitor your blood levels to ensure proper dosing. Follow up testing occurs at regular intervals along with medical consultations to check on your progress and make dosage adjustments as needed.
Most men begin noticing subtle improvements at the 2 week mark with more significant changes in 4-6 weeks. Maximum benefits typically accrue within 3-6 months concomitant with lifestyle optimization. We offer ongoing monitoring and support to ensure TRT success long term without significant side effects.
Contact Balance Hormone Clinic today to see if TRT is right for you. We also offer thorough pre-TRT consultations focused on diet, sleep, exercise and stress reduction for optimal wellness. Reclaim your energy, strength and vitality with help from our exceptional team of anti-aging experts!
Circulating estrogen levels sharply decline during the menopause transition as ovarian function diminishes. The term "hormone replacement therapy" specifically refers to postmenopausal estrogen replacement used to relieve hot flashes, sleep disruption, vaginal dryness and other common menopausal symptoms.
When started early in menopause under medical supervision, low dose estrogen therapy also provides the added anti-aging benefits of maintaining bone, heart, and brain health. Read on to discover which forms of estrogen replacement Balance Hormone Clinic may recommend based on your individual needs and health goals.
Common symptoms stem from declining estrogen (and progesterone) levels include:
Carefully monitored estrogen therapy (ET) works with your body to relieve symptoms prompting treatment. ET also provides important long term benefits:
Relieves Hot Flashes & Vaginal Dryness
Supports Bone, Brain & Heart Health
We offer all FDA-approved options for systemic as well as localized urogenital symptom relief including:
Systemic Estrogen
Used alone, systemic ET slightly elevates the risk for uterus cancer so women with a uterus need cyclic progestogen. Those without can take estrogen alone.
Balance Hormone Clinic uses an individualized approach to determine the safest, most effective protocols for your needs and lifestyle whether that be short term treatment or longer duration.
Seeking help for hormonal imbalance symptoms takes courage. We applaud you for taking this vital step toward reclaiming your health. At Balance Hormone Clinic we aim to make the process as seamless and supportive as possible.
Below we'll summarize some key facts about hormone replacement therapy and offer lifestyle optimization tips. Our goal - help you look and feel your very best quickly and safely so you can start living life to the fullest again.
HRT works best alongside simple healthy lifestyle measures within your control. We call this creating an "HRT success environment". Building healthy habits not only enhances treatment effectiveness but maximizes your sense of empowerment and self care.
Our top 5 optimization tips include:
Balance Hormone Clinic also offers adjunctive therapies like nutraceuticals, bioidentical hormones, cortisol and thyroid testing, and metabolic analysis to identify nutrient deficiencies or other correctable issues impeding progress.
We further set ourselves apart by connecting clients with specially trained mental health professionals to ensure mind-body alignment support. Our inside tip? Balancing hormones along with emotions, thoughts and self care accelerates progress.
Now is the time. Commit fully to yourself and your health goals by contacting Balance Hormone Clinic today to begin your transformative HRT journey. Our exceptional team of experts empowers you to master your hormones and master your life!
