Hormonal Solutions
The onset of Perimenopause & Menopause can span many years of a woman’s life. Symptoms o can sometimes begin in your 30’s but more commonly start in your 40’s or even 50’s. Most women will notice many changes from hormonal changes and have many symptoms. As a woman and man ages, they may become symptomatic from the decrease and lack in their hormonal production. The true definition of Menopause is the absence of a menstrual cycle for a full year. Men experience Andropause which is a decrease in their overall hormone testosterone levels. We recognize that many of the above symptoms can begin prior to menopause. Some common symptoms include the following but are not limited to these symptoms.
We evaluate more than hormones because of the importance of identifying hormonal deficiencies or imbalances associated with aging. Often thyroid conditions and Adrenal Fatigue (a condition that causes fatigue due to being over stressed) co-exist with perimenopausal and menopausal symptoms.
Bioidentical hormones are compounds that have exactly the same chemical and molecular structure as hormones produced in the body. I offer Bioidentical Hormones.
If you are experiencing bothersome Perimenopausal or Menopausal symptoms and/or desire to have your hormonal status, call my office or Contact Us today and make an appointment. There are safe and effective treatment options with natural Bioidentical Hormones available for you
- Hot flashes (sudden surges of warmth)
- Night sweats
- Mood swings: depression, anxiety, loss of emotional control
- Loss of libido (the lack of desire to have sexual interactions)
- Vaginal Atrophy (painful sex due to changes in vaginal tissues)
- Bladder incontinence (Loss of urine)
- Insomnia
- Low energy
- Disturbing memory lapses (memory fog)
- Weight Gain
- Muscle loss
Common Tests for Complete evaluation:
Health labs
- Complete Metabolic Panel (CMP)
- Complete Blood Count (CBC)
- TSH, T3 free, T4 free, TPO (Thyroid)
- Lipid Panel (Cholesterol)
- Diabetic screening (HBA!C)
Hormone Labs:
- Estradiol
- Testosterone Total & Free levels
- Progesterone
- DHEA
Yearly Physical Exams
Screening Mammograms
Screening DEXA scans for Osteoporosis
Treatment Plans
Estradiol (E2) is the most potent and common form of estrogen, a primary female sex hormone crucial for regulating the female reproductive system and maintaining various bodily functions. It is primarily produced by the ovaries, with smaller amounts coming from the adrenal glands and fat tissue.
Functions of estradiol
- Reproductive Health:
Estradiol plays a vital role in the development of female characteristics (e.g., maintenance of female reproductive tissues like the widening of the hips, fat distribution, breasts, uterus, and vagina. - Menstrual cycle and Ovulation:
- Bone Health: Estradiol is essential for maintaining bone density and preventing osteoporosis, especially in postmenopausal women who experience a significant drop in its levels.
- Cardiovascular Health: Estradiol positively influences vascular function and can protect the heart from ischemia-related injuries. Before menopause, it regulates cholesterol and triglyceride metabolism, decreasing the risk for atherosclerotic heart disease.
- Skin Health: Estradiol helps maintain skin elasticity, thickness, and hydration. Decreased levels after menopause can lead to skin atrophy, thinning, and increased wrinkling.
- Neurological Function and Mental Health: Estradiol influences mood and well-being, with correlations between fluctuations or sustained low levels and mood-lowering effects. It also plays a neuroprotective role due to its antioxidant properties.
Progesterone is a steroid hormone that plays a crucial role in the menstrual cycle, pregnancy, and mood and sleep function.
- Regulating the Menstrual Cycle
- Supporting Pregnancy: Progesterone prepares the uterus for implantation, helps maintain the lining of the uterus during pregnancy, and prevents premature labor.
- Embryogenesis: Progesterone is involved in the early development of the embryo.
- Preparing for Lactation: Progesterone helps prepare the breasts for milk production.
- Other Functions: Progesterone may also impact mood, thyroid function, sleep, bone health, and libido.
Testosterone, often associated with males, is also a naturally occurring hormone in females, playing a crucial role in various bodily functions. While women produce significantly less testosterone than men, it’s essential for bone health, muscle mass, red blood cell production, mood changes, libido , fatigue and cognitive function.
