The doctor told you that Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy is harmful, yet your naturopath says it’s safe. To make matters more complicated the only bioidentical hormones are made from yams and they’ll be sent to an insulin compounding pharmacy where insurance doesn’t cover them which means there might not even exist any other way for this cream enter circulation!
Hormones are The Fountain of Youth! I can’t believe how many people tell me that hormones caused their cancer and stroke, yet my best friend swears by them for saving her marriage. You look it up on Google; the information is conflicting at times but there must be something we’re all missing here..
Perimenopause and menapuase can be overwhelming. You may not know what’s right for you or your body, but at AB Hormone Therapy we’ll help sift through the good/bad to make sure that YOU are informed about all treatments available so that no one else has any doubt in their mind when it comes time for them choose a plan of action!
What is a bioidentical hormone?
Bio-logic hormones are identical to those your body produces, except they’re made in lab conditions instead of being created through the action and response from animals or people. BHRT can come from many different sources like plants, fungi , insects . The main reason why some women choose these over animal derived forms is because there’s no evidence showing how this will affect them long term; however most doctors won’t insurance coverage for anything but animal based products so if cost isn’t an issue then go ahead!
It is important to find the safest and most natural options available when dealing with hormone replacement therapy. Let’s go through these questions together!
First, why consider hormones?
Those who experience symptoms of perimenopause or are undergoing surgery that puts them into menopausal immediately may look first for holistic treatments and supplements. https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/what-are-the-34-symptoms-of-menopause
Signs of perimenopause may include some or all of the following:
- Hot flashes
- Night sweats
- Insomnia (due to night hot flashes)
- Lack of energy
- Mental haziness
- Mood swings
- Depression
- Decreased libido
- Decreased ability to achieve orgasm
- Vaginal dryness
- Bone loss
Elevation of cholesterol, decrease in good cholesterol (HDL) and increase in bad cholesterol (LDL)
- Deregulation of carbohydrate metabolism
- Frequent vaginal and urinary infections
- Weight gain
- Hair loss
- Skin dryness
- Deregulation of thyroid hormone
The average age for menopause is 51, but you don’t need to wait that long. The symptoms of perimenopause can start as early 10 years before and still be considered in this decade alone!
How can taking hormones help me?
Hormone therapy is a great way to relieve many unwanted symptoms but, as with all medical treatments- it has some risks. The safety of HT depends largely on the age and any underlying condition that may be present in your body (smoking habits/history; family materia medica). Some experts believe oral routes are also safer because they bypassing liver which can cause clotting issues for patients who have this history or trait.
For most, the risks are few and the potential benefits are many.
Hormone therapy is a great way to improve many aspects of your life. It can help you sleep better, increase energy levels and libido (sexual desire), decrease pain during sex by helping with feminizing hormones that cause itched skin or other issues associated with being male-bodied; protect bones against osteoporosis as well as prevent cancerous growths from forming in the first place! Plus there are some cases where HRT will alleviate depression/anxiety too – all without any negative side effects unlike medications which often have numerous unpleasant reactions upon introduction into our body.
What are the risks and benefits of HRT?
The Cancer wars were just beginning, and the researchers wanted to make sure that their research would stand up against any attacks from pharmaceutical companies. They knew there was no way they could do this alone though so in 2002 an organization called “The Women’s Health Initiative” set out on what seemed like a simple task: Find Out If HRT Benefits outweigh risks… But things didn’t go quite according
to plan when half of all participants experienced side effects during or after treatment; four different studies showed positive outcomes for those taking hormones compared with none whatsoever among untreated ladies–and finally most importantly.
HT is an option for those who are not happy with their natural features. However, it’s important to consider all potential risks before starting the drug therapy-related treatments such as stroke or venous thromboembolism (VTE). Additionally you should be aware that this may increase your chances of developing breast cancer in addition if unopposed by estrogens because there will now exist two synthetic hormones which could cause adverse effects on both mood swings and insulin resistance.
Benefits of hormone replacement therapy are believed by many providers to include the following:
- Blood arteries have increased suppleness, allowing them to dilate (widen) and allow more blood to circulate freely throughout the body.
- Short-term menopause symptoms like hot flashes and mood swings, as well as vaginal dryness, dry skin, insomnia, and irritable bladder symptoms, have all improved.
- Osteoporosis and fracture risk are reduced (broken bones)
- Colon cancer incidence is decreasing.
- Alzheimer’s disease may have a lower incidence (data not conclusive)
- Possible glucose level improvement
The health risks of HRT include:
Endometrial cancer risk is higher (only when oestrogen is taken without progestin) This is not an issue for persons who have had a hysterectomy (uterus removal).
- Long-term use or depending on age increases the risk of breast cancer.
- Long-term use may increase the risk of cardiovascular illness (including heart attack).
- Inflammatory indicators have increased (such as C-reactive protein)
- In susceptible people, the risk of blood clots and stroke is increased
- Hormone replacement therapy patients should undergo regular gynaecological exams (including a PAP smear). The American Cancer Society also advises people over the age of 50 to:
- Once a month, perform a breast self-examination.
- Once a year, have a breast physical examination; by a health care practitioner (we are happy to do that for you as part of your annual wellness exam)
- Once a year, have a mammogram.