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Bioidentical Hormone Therapy: Feel better with hormones tailored to your body’s one-of-a-kind needs
When your hormones are out of balance, it can affect everything from how you look and sleep to the enjoyment you get from sex and your overall mood, strength, and vitality. There is largely no corner of your life that remains untouched when you do not have enough of these important chemicals critical to many essential functions. But our team at Alchemy Wellness in Austin, Texas, stresses that not all hormone treatments are created equally to combat these and other effects stemming from declining hormone levels. Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) may be an appealing alternative. Dr. Saima Jehangir and our team are happy to answer some of your most frequently asked questions about this natural answer to HRT.
What is Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy?
As its name suggests, Hormone Replacement Therapy refers to treatments intended to replace hormones that may fluctuate as a result of changes like perimenopause and menopause. The primary hormones that are included are estrogen and testosterone. Progestin is also administered to women who have not undergone a hysterectomy due to the increased risk of uterine cancer associated with taking estrogen alone. There are numerous ways to replace hormones, from pills and patches to gels, sprays, rings, and creams. The best method depends on your symptoms, lifestyle, and overall health. “Bioidentical” refers to those hormones made to be biologically identical to hormones produced by your unique body. They are considered to be a natural and low-risk alternative to traditional non-identical HRT.
How do I take BHRT?
At Alchemy Wellness, Dr. Jehangir uses an innovative system called pellet therapy. These tiny, rice-sized pellets are formulated with the hormones and dosage your body needs to restore its healthy balance. They are introduced safely and comfortably underneath the skin, typically placed toward the top of the buttock. As the pellet naturally dissolves, perfectly matched estrogen and testosterone are metabolized or processed by your body. With more of the hormones lacking in your body, you should experience an improvement in the frequency and severity of symptoms. If you are not interested in pellet therapy, Dr. Jehangir is also knowledgeable in topical bio-identical hormone replacement therapy.
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When will I notice an improvement in my symptoms?
Our Austin, TX team knows you want to improve your hot flashes, night sweats, brain fog, fatigue, mood, and more yesterday. However, HRT is a process carefully managed/supervised by Dr. Jehangir. She will monitor how your body is metabolizing or responding to the hormones. As needed, she can adjust the dosing. The idea is to ease your symptoms by using the lowest amount of hormones within the shortest possible timeframe. And, while some of our patients may notice they are less tired, have more energy, and largely feel better in a few weeks, it can take ~three months to experience the full effects of any type of HRT, bioidentical or otherwise. This slight wait is well worth it to gain renewed health, well-being, and a new outlook on life.
To learn more, bring your specific questions to us during a consultation. Call us at (512) 960-3622 to request your visit today.
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