PENSACOLA MED SPA – Sandy Key Medical, LLC
Bio-identical hormones have the same chemical and molecular structures that are produced in the body. They are derived from plant estrogens whereas traditional hormones are synthetic some made from the urine of pregnant horses. These are more potent than what our body needs. BHRT Pensacola can ease the symptoms of perimenopause and menopause.
They may also improve symptoms of cancer treatment and treat insulin resistance, adrenal and thyroid disorders, osteoporosis and fibromyalgia.
Benefits for women can include relief of the following symptoms:
Hot Flashes
Night sweats
Mood changes
Memory Loss
Weight Gain
Sleep issues
Loss of interest in sex or pain during sex
They may reduce the risk for diabetes, tooth loss and cataracts. BHRT may improve skin thickness, hydration, elasticity and reduce wrinkles. After cancer treatments that affect estrogen levels, BHRT has been shown to improved general well-being and quality of life. In one study, people that underwent BHRT treatment found relief from some symptoms such as migraines, incontinence, low libido and insomnia. The recurrence of breast cancer was no higher than the average person.
Things that can affect hormone balance in women are stress, pregnancy or menopause. In women, hormones start to decline with age. Women start to produce less estrogen in the 30’s then progesterone begins to decline and finally testosterone. Birth control may also cause hormonal imbalance.
BHRT may lower the risk of cognitive decline, cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis and risk of bone fractures.
Symptoms of Estrogen Decline:
Hot flashes, Night sweats
Cognitive Decline (brain fog)
Infrequent menses
Reduced vascular function
Vaginal atrophy
Dermatological changes
Vaginal dryness, poor lubrication
Loss of bone density
Symptoms of Progesterone Decline:
Lessened sleep quality
Mood swings
Menstrual abnormalities
Worsened premenstrual symptoms
Centralized weight gain
Bloating/water retention
Symptoms of Testosterone Decline:
Loss of muscle mass
Fatigue
Decreased mental clarity
Anhedonia (depressed mood)
Centralized weight gain
Increased inflammatory response
Loss of bone density
Decreased libido, decreased genital sensitivity
Reduced capability to achieve orgasm
Painful intercourse
Common side effects of BHRT as your body adjusts:
Acne
Bloating
Fatigue
Mood swings
We also often recommend DHEA (Dehyroepinandrosterone) which converts to testosterone and estrogen. It is the precursor to our hormones. Decreases as you age and decrease is associated with several diseases such as heart disease, depression and increased mortality. It can help correct some adrenal problems, increase libido, fertility and sexual function.
