Hormones are chemical messengers that regulate many vital body functions. They are produced by glands and circulate throughout the body informing tissues and organs.
Hormone levels naturally fluctuate but when certain hormones become too high or too low for an extended time, this can lead to unpleasant symptoms and health issues. Restoring balance through hormone therapy may help alleviate problems.
Signs of hormone imbalance in men and women can include:
If you are experiencing any of these issues, hormone testing may be advised to check levels. XX and XY chromosomes mean some hormones differ for men and women.
Benefits of balancing hormones through properly administered therapy can be wide-ranging. As well as symptom relief, regulating hormones may have positive effects on long term health.
The key sex hormones are:
These hormones start declining earlier than expected for many people today. Other hormones like thyroid, cortisol and melatonin also significantly impact health.
Lifestyle factors can disrupt function so maintaining good sleep, diet, exercise and stress control assists. However when lifestyle measures fail to relieve imbalance, therapy is advisable.
Hormone balance is complex and individual. An experienced physician considers lab work, medical history and symptoms when advising personalized therapy including:
Treatment plans aim to return hormone blood levels to more youthful ranges for symptom relief. Follow up testing helps hone therapy.
Ongoing monitoring ensures dosage remains optimal as bodies and lifestyles change. We collaborate so patients fully understand their situation through open communication.
After age 30, testosterone decreases approximately 1% yearly in men. But today 10-40% have lower than normal T levels by age 50.
Declining testosterone detrimentally impacts:
Benefits of TRT when properly administered can include:
Symptoms are not enough - blood analysis via simple test is required to accurately measure testosterone level.
If low T is diagnosed, we create a tailored treatment plan which may include:
Follow ups are scheduled to monitor progress through lab work and symptom tracking. Dosage adjustments ensure optimal therapy.
Ongoing care means we modify plans as needed over months and years. We partner with patients to sustain health gains from TRT long term.
Testosterone therapy helps men with clinically low levels. It is not advisable for men with normal or high testosterone.
Good candidates include men with low T experiencing:
With proper protocols, monitoring and physician guidance, benefits can be substantial.
Hormone issues are common in women during peri-menopause and menopause. Declining estrogen and progesterone can cause disruptive symptoms interfering with sleep, mood and quality of life.
Relief is possible through individualized hormone balancing including bioidentical hormones. This requires correctly diagnosing specific deficiencies and imbalances through testing.
Perimenopause is the transitional stage leading to menopause, often lasting up to a decade. Shifting hormone levels cause symptoms like hot flashes, insomnia, vaginal dryness, anxiety and fatigue.
Menopause is reached after 12 consecutive months without a period, marking the end of fertility. Symptoms may persist for years due to ovarian shutdown and plummeting estrogen levels.
In both stages, properly administered hormone therapy can reduce discomfort and health risks. Benefits may include:
Key considerations when developing individualized treatment plans include:
Hormone balancing for women may involve estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, DHEA or thyroid therapy. The goal is stabilizing levels within optimal ranges for each individual woman.
Annual testing and follow up helps ensure proper hormone balance is sustained long term for maximum benefit. Therapy is adjusted in collaboration with the patient as changes occur.
Women experiencing moderate to severe menopause or perimenopause symptoms that interfere with normal function may benefit.
Also women at increased cardiac, bone or other health risks due to hormone decline.
Relief is possible but requires proper testing, diagnosis and therapy based on the individual.
Balancing hormones for lasting benefit requires holistic self-care beyond therapy. Key lifestyle factors include:
Aim for 7-9 hours nightly for hormone and health recovery. Stick to consistent bed/wake times, limit alcohol and create an optimal sleep environment. Consider melatonin if needed.
Eat a nutrient-rich, anti-inflammatory diet high in produce, oily fish and fiber. Choose complex carbs and healthy fats. Stay hydrated and limit sugar, processed foods and toxins. Nutraceuticals may help too.
Incorporate both cardio and strength training most days, even if moderately. Walking alone provides excellent health and stress relief benefits. Yoga,Stretching and breathwork are also beneficial.
Chronic stress elevates cortisol disturbing sleep, immunity, weight, mood and hormones. Practice mindfulness, meditation, therapy, social connection and relaxing hobbies to maintain equilibrium.
Making sustainable nutrition, fitness, sleep and stress relief habits empowers hormone therapy success! We provide support and resources to help patients implement lifestyle changes.
Hormone therapy can help transgender individuals align their physical characteristics with their gender identity. Studies show that when given access to hormone therapy, transgender people experience reduced anxiety, depression and substance abuse, suggesting the treatment allows them to become more comfortable with themselves.
The Balance - Hormone Medical Clinic physician-owners combine decades of hormone therapy expertise with authentic concern for patient wellbeing.
We are leaders in advanced hormone testing and treatments using the latest medical research. Therapy is carefully tailored to the biochemistry and needs of each unique patient for optimal safety and results.
Ongoing fine tuning and patient partnership ensures long-term symptom relief and health. We combine medical excellence with genuine care.
Convenient personalized care options include:
The Balance - Hormone Medical Clinic offers solutions for hormone imbalance enabling patients to feel and function their best regardless of age or gender. We consider it a privilege to serve our community through outstanding regenerative care.
Conclusion
Hormone issues like menopause and low testosterone are common. Yet symptoms are frequently dismissed as normal aging rather than properly investigated.
Left unchecked, the downstream impacts of hormone imbalance on health and quality of life accumulate.
Through advanced testing and expert analysis, underlying causes can be uncovered. Customized therapy returns hormone levels to more optimal ranges so patients feel like themselves again.
The Balance - Hormone Medical Clinic physicians have decades of experience successfully treating complex hormone disorders. We focus on correctly diagnosing and resolving the root issues to deliver lasting solutions.
If you are experiencing unwelcome changes in sleep, weight, memory, energy, strength or sexual function, we encourage you to explore a hormone evaluation. Relief may be closer than you think!
To learn more or book an initial consultation, visit our website or give us a call. We are committed to helping you regainoptimal vitality through individually tailored hormone therapy.