Hormone imbalances and deficiencies can cause wide-ranging symptoms and health issues. Getting diagnosed and starting hormone therapy in a timely manner is critical for regaining wellness and vitality. This article will provide an overview of common hormone disorders, their causes, signs to look out for, and how hormone replacement therapy (HRT) can help.
Hormones are chemical messengers secreted by glands throughout the body. They travel through the bloodstream to signal cells to behave in certain ways - regulating mood, growth, metabolism, sexual function, and more. Maintaining proper hormone levels is essential for overall health.
Some key hormones include:
The symptoms of hormone disorders can be vague and vary widely between individuals. Being attuned to changes in your body isimportant. Common signs include:
If you are experiencing any of these issues, hormone testing can identify any deficiencies or excesses. Based on the results, hormone therapy may be recommended to get your levels balanced again.
Hormone disorders can start due to various factors. As we age, hormone production begins to naturally decline. Other possible reasons include:
Certain medications, toxins, and lifestyle factors like poor diet, lack of sleep and exercise, and excess alcohol use also interfere with hormone equilibrium.
Being aware of these contributing factors help prevent imbalances and know when to get your hormone levels checked.
Renew Hormone Clinic offers customized treatment plans featuring bioidentical hormone therapy to relieve deficiency symptoms. Bioidentical hormones have the same molecular structure as hormones made in the body. This makes them easily recognized and utilized at receptor sites.
Some advantages of bioidentical HRT include:
Balancing hormones alleviates unpleasant symptoms so you can get back to thriving again! Our experienced practitioners tailor treatment based not just on lab results and medical history, but also lifestyle factors for holistic care.
Catching and addressing hormone dysfunction early on leads to better restoration of optimal levels as well as prevention of future complications.
Prolonged imbalances put you at higher risk for:
Treating imbalances swiftly preserves overall functioning and longevity! Renew Hormone Clinic utilizes advanced diagnostics and decision tools to determine appropriate therapy using evidence-based protocols aimed at prompt regulation for wellness protection.
Assessing current hormone values is the first step toward treatment. This section explains the tests available and what to expect.
Several options exist to analyze blood, saliva or urine for insight on endocrine health:
Renew Hormone Clinic utilizes certified labs to ensure the latest technology, precision and quality control for results you can trust.
Hormone tests measure current amounts and provide reference ranges for typical “normal” values. However there are optimal zones within these ranges for ideal functioning. Our practitioners interpret your report according to:
This allows personalized plans targeting not just “normal” but peak balance for feeling your best. We also take a proactive stance using biomarkers to detect deficiencies before onset of dysfunction.
Once testing indicates areas needing support, we develop customized treatment programs for hormone optimization.
Various modalities effectively restore balance:
Treatment applications are prescribed based on:
Doses start low and adjust based on follow-up labs and symptom improvement. We collaborate closely with compounding pharmacies for quality preparations.
Though programs are personalized, a general protocol timeline is:
Hormone therapy can help improve memory and thinking skills in postmenopausal women. A 2017 study found that women who started hormone therapy early in menopause and used it for over 10 years had better verbal memory and thinking skills compared to women who never took hormones. This suggests hormone therapy may have cognitive benefits if taken at the right time.
HRT aims to balance hormones, however complementary lifestyle measures also promote homeostasis.
We counsel patients on additional aspects to address:
Nutrition: An anti-inflammatory diet high in produce, fiber and anti-oxidants stabilizes hormones. We provide nutritional guidance or referrals to dietitians.
Exercise: Routines with cardio and weights prevents hormone dysregulation. The climate in St. George allows outdoor activities year-round. We suggest local parks and trails, yoga studios like Bee Mindful or gyms like SG Athletic Club.
Stress reduction: High cortisol disrupts equilibrium. Relaxation practices like meditation, massage and adequate sleep keep stress in check. Spas like Green Valley provide stress-relief services.
Toxin avoidance: Reducing exposure to hormone disrupting chemicals further supports balance. We offer guidance on minimizing toxins from products and environment.
These pillars all complement treatment for optimal restoration and maintenance of hormone health.
Hormone levels fluctuate daily. We track patient progress with follow up lab testing and exams to ensure proper balance is achieved and maintained long-term. This vigilance is key for therapy effectiveness and guarding against risks associated with hormone dysfunction.
Our clinic focuses specifically on hormone balance to proactively restore wellness using evidence-based protocols. With advanced training in anti-aging medicine, our practitioners have extensive experience optimizing hormones safely with bioidentical preparations to alleviate deficiency symptoms. We consider the “whole person” including lifestyle habits for therapies targeting optimal functioning.
We strive to listen closely to patient concerns while educating on best practices for hormone equilibrium and vigilance against dysfunction. This empowers patients to make informed choices. Our goal is for those we treat to thrive! We work closely with other healthcare providers like primary care doctors, gynecologists or urologists for comprehensive coordination of care.
For those seeking non-synthetic HRT and guidance on achieving lasting hormone homeostasis for resilient health into older age, schedule a consultation to develop your personalized optimization plan!
