Bioidentical Hormone Therapy At Surya

If you’re a woman in your 40s or 50s, you may be experiencing a host of symptoms related to hormonal shifts as you approach the onset of menopause. What’s worse, many women aren’t aware that all of the plaguing symptoms like increased anxiety, insomnia, weight gain, and low libido are connected - leading them down a frustrating medical path similar to “whack-a-mole.” Fortunately, bioidentical hormone therapy can not only relieve symptoms, but actually combat the negative effects that hormone loss has on the body. Let’s learn more about it.

Perimenopause Happens Earlier Than You Think

Many women report that they notice a shift in their health beginning in their 40s, and that’s right on par with the timing of perimenopause. The average age of menopause is 51 - but the symptoms of perimenopause can begin 10-15 years prior. That means that even women in their late 30s can experience symptoms related to perimenopause. Chances are, if you were born in the 1980s or earlier - you’ve probably noticed things like:

• Irregular cycles

• Sleep issues

• New onset anxiety/depression or worsening of existing condition

• Hot flashes

• Decreased libido

• Moodiness

• Genitourinary issues (urgency, UTIs, vaginal dryness)

• Brain fog

• Low energy

• Joint pain

• Weight gain

• Sarcopenia (muscle loss)

• Loss of bone strength

And, unfortunately, that’s just the tip of the iceberg. These are some of the most common issues, but there are many more changes happening inside the body - a lot of which you won’t see or feel. For example, changes in cholesterol levels even with no change in diet or exercise is also very common.

Bioidentical Hormone Therapy Can Help

Today’s bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) is quite effective at easing symptoms and helping you transition to menopause without years of suffering. First, we run labs to check your current levels. Based on the results, we will start you on a combination of hormones to help bring those levels back into a healthy range. We use only bioidentical formulations in the form of creams, capsules, or pellets.

As you begin your therapy, we will perform frequent follow up tests to check your hormone levels to ensure you are on the correct dosage and make any changes necessary. Over time, you’ll need less monitoring as your levels stabilize.

Protect Your Health As You Age

The latest research shows that using BHRT actually helps you maintain your overall health (in addition to relieving those nagging symptoms). It’s specifically associated with protecting bone, brain, and cardiovascular health. To learn more about this treatment and if you might be a good candidate, schedule a consultation with us. Remember, you don’t have to live with the debilitating symptoms of hormone loss. Get started with us today and feel more like yourself again.