Hormone therapy refers to treatment that replaces hormones when your body cannot produce enough on its own. As we age or due to medical conditions, our hormone levels may become deficient leading to unpleasant symptoms. Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) can help relieve these symptoms and improve quality of life.
There are different types of hormones that can be replaced depending on your needs:
Replacement therapy aims to get your hormones back into balance so you feel like yourself again. Treatments can significantly improve energy, sleep, sexual function, mental health and prevent disease.
Many adults develop some kind of hormone imbalance leading to suboptimal functioning and illness over time. Common reasons for hormone deficiencies include:
Low testosterone (low T) is very common in older men. About 4 out of 10 men over age 45 have clinically low testosterone levels causing symptoms like:
In women, low estrogen after menopause commonly causes:
Without treatment, hormone imbalance can significantly reduce your functionality and enjoyment of life. Prompt diagnosis and therapy can help restore hormone levels safely.
Bioidentical hormones have the same molecular structure as the hormones your body produces. This allows precise customization of treatment for your needs.
Benefits of bioidentical hormone replacement therapy include:
Results vary based on your hormone levels, age, gender, medical history and adjustment period. Most patients enjoy a better quality of life on optimized hormone therapy.
There are a few main components to modern hormone therapy protocols:
Comprehensive hormone blood tests help identify imbalances. Key hormones evaluated include:
Saliva or urine tests may also be used. Testing is repeated during treatment to ensure optimal levels.
Prescribed bioidentical hormones can restore balance effectively. Common formulations include:
Delivery method depends on your lifestyle, preferences and treatment goals.
Vitamins, supplements and diet adjustments can aid hormone balance and relieve deficiencies naturally:
Healthy nutrition optimizes treatment efficacy.
Hormone levels are monitored via bloodwork during treatment to ensure proper dosing. Feedback about symptom improvements helps guide adjustments.
Most patients require therapy long-term to maintain benefits, with dose titration as needed over time.
Hormone therapy has been shown in studies to improve spatial memory and increase neuron generation in the hippocampus region of the brain in postmenopausal women. This surprising brain benefit suggests hormone therapy may have the potential to promote cognitive health in women as they age.
Left untreated, hormone deficiencies can have detrimental and irreversible effects on the body and mind. When levels drop too low for too long there is higher likelihood of:
Do not hesitate to get tested if you have any suspicion of imbalance based on your symptoms and risk factors.
Finding an experienced hormone specialist is key for accurately interpreting results and customizing effective treatment plans.
At Equilibrium Hormone Institute, our practitioners have advanced training in precision hormone optimization protocols using cutting edge therapies to restore health, energy and vitality safely.
Equilibrium Hormone Institute provides comprehensive hormone replacement services tailored to your unique needs.
Our advantages include:
Let our hormone optimization experts help you look and feel your best again through natural, bioidentical hormone therapies.
Testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) for hypogonadism has become very popular with men noticing andropausal symptoms in recent years. Reasons for its rise in popularity include:
TRT can significantly:
Results vary based on your hormone levels, age, lifestyle habits and adjustment period.
Symptoms indicating hormone testing should be done include:
A blood test checking total and free testosterone levels can confirm if they are low enough to benefit from treatment.
There are several delivery methods to raise testosterone effectively:
Our experts help determine which option is right for your needs and preferences.
Follow-ups assess progress through lab tests and symptom improvements. Adjustments optimize treatment over time.
Certain lifestyle factors strongly influence hormone levels and treatment efficacy:
Making positive changes maximizes your wellbeing on therapy. We offer resources and coaching.
Fayetteville offers great amenities to support your therapy and self-care. Nearby options include:
Rejuvenating spots help you destress and optimize treatment.
