Menopause is a natural transition that all women go through as they age, marking the end of a woman's reproductive years. The average age for menopause in the United States is around 51 years old. As a woman approaches menopause, her estrogen levels start to decline, which can lead to various symptoms like hot flashes, night sweats, vaginal dryness, irregular periods, mood changes, trouble sleeping, and more.
While menopause is a normal part of aging, it can significantly impact a woman's quality of life. The good news is that the symptoms of menopause can be managed through hormone therapy (HT), also known as menopausal hormone therapy or hormone replacement therapy. Hormone therapy involves taking estrogen, progesterone, or both to supplement the body's declining hormone levels. It is an effective treatment approach that can help alleviate bothersome menopausal symptoms and promote better overall health during the menopausal transition and beyond.
Hormone Harmony Clinic in Hollywood offers comprehensive menopause treatment, including customized bioidentical hormone therapy to help women thrive through menopause. Keep reading to learn more about menopause and the outstanding menopause care available in Hollywood.
Menopausal hormone therapy is the main treatment approach for relieving menopausal symptoms and preventing complications like bone loss. The goal is to supplement those hormones that decline during this transition, particularly estrogen.
There are two main types of hormone therapy:
At Hormone Harmony Clinic, bioidentical hormones that are structurally identical to the hormones naturally made by the body are used for treatment. Bioidentical hormones are derived from plant sources and are available in various formulations including pills, patches, gels, inserts, sprays, and more.
When it comes to dosing and schedules, our menopause specialists will work closely with each woman to customize hormone therapy based on her symptoms, health history, lab results, and treatment goals. We recognize that every woman is biologically unique.
The North American Menopause Society recommends hormone therapy for relief of moderate to severe menopausal symptoms and has endorsed HT as an acceptable choice for women in early menopause or those under age 60. HT is especially beneficial when initiated within a few years of menopause starting when symptoms often peak in severity.
Hormone therapy may also be appropriate for prevention of bone loss and fracture in women at increased risk who cannot take other osteoporosis medications. Women in premature menopause, such as early surgical menopause, are candidates for hormone therapy until the approximate age of natural menopause (around age 51) to avoid adverse effects of long-term estrogen deficiency.
Hormone Harmony Clinic provides individualized care to determine if hormone therapy is suitable based on each woman's needs, risks, and preferences. Our compassionate doctors who treat menopause utilize the latest evidence-based guidance to make personalized recommendations.
At Hormone Harmony Clinic in Hollywood, we specialize in menopause treatment using bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT). What does this mean?
Bioidentical hormones are hormones that are chemically identical to those produced naturally in the body. This includes estradiol, progesterone, testosterone, DHEA, and other hormones that decline with aging.
In contrast, traditional hormone replacement therapy uses synthetic hormones that can differ in structure and effects. There is growing evidence that bioidentical hormones may be the preferable choice for many women given their biological similarity.
At Hormone Harmony Clinic, we take time to explain the differences between types of hormone therapy and help women choose the optimal bioidentical hormone solutions to meet treatment goals.
Many women are unaware that cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) can be an effective menopause treatment. CBT helps women cope with troublesome menopausal symptoms like hot flashes, sleep disturbances, and mood changes by identifying unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors and developing new coping strategies. Research shows CBT significantly improves menopause-related quality of life.
Our team of top menopause specialists provides personalized, leading-edge care for women throughout the menopausal transition and beyond. Here is an overview of our comprehensive approach:
Our goal is to enhance quality of life through every stage of menopause while addressing both immediate concerns and long-term health. We are here to listen, understand, and provide exceptional individualized care.
If you are considering hormone therapy for menopausal symptoms, Hormone Harmony Clinic is here to help. Treatment begins with an initial new patient consultation, where one of our menopause experts will:
We strive to provide a welcoming, comfortable environment where we can have honest, caring discussions to help guide you through menopause transition and beyond. Call today to schedule your consultation.
To best determine if hormone therapy is appropriate for an individual woman, the following medical tests are typically recommended by our menopause experts before starting treatment:
These tests allow our practitioners to check for any underlying problems and obtain a baseline before initiating hormone therapy. Follow-up tests may be ordered after starting treatment to ensure optimal response. The goal is to tailor hormone therapy to each woman's body and needs.
There is no "one size fits all" approach when it comes to hormone replacement therapy for menopause. The best protocol is one that is custom-tailored to the individual based on factors like:
At Hormone Harmony Clinic, we recognize that no two women are alike biochemically. We take great care to develop individualized hormone therapy regimens our patients are happy with. The process involves continual collaboration, adjustments and fine-tuning for optimal outcomes.
If hormone therapy for menopause has been recommended for you, here are some helpful tips as you get started:
Starting hormone replacement therapy is a journey unique to each woman. At Hormone Harmony Clinic, we are partners on your path to relief from menopause symptoms and optimized wellbeing.
Menopause is an important transitional time in a woman's life that requires specialized care and support. The experienced menopause specialists at Hormone Harmony Clinic understand the physical and emotional impact of this change. We provide cutting-edge solutions personalized to your needs so you can feel your best during the menopausal and post-menopausal years.
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You do not have to struggle through menopause alone. Contact us today to learn more about our individualized treatment options and life-enhancing care.
