The loss of essential hormones is a natural part of the ageing process, and often they diminish to the point where our bodies may not be able to function as optimally as they once did. Supplying Bio-Identical Hormones is a gentle way to slow this ageing process and help with any symptoms that this produces, by using hormones that the body is used to metabolising.
WHO IS IT FOR AND WHAT CONDITIONS CAN IT TREAT
Bioidentical Hormone Therapy (BHT) is typically recommended for individuals experiencing symptoms of hormonal imbalances, often due to aging or certain health conditions. It is most commonly used in the following groups:
1. Women Going Through Menopause or Perimenopause
• Menopause: Women in their late 40s or early 50s who are experiencing the natural decline in estrogen, progesterone, and sometimes testosterone. Symptoms like hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings, insomnia, and vaginal dryness may indicate the need for BHT.
• Perimenopause: The years leading up to menopause when hormonal fluctuations may cause irregular periods, mood changes, and other symptoms. BHT can help ease these transitions by balancing hormones.
2. Women with Post-Menopausal Symptoms and for Antiaging
Even after menopause, women can experience persistent symptoms due to a lack of hormones. Bioidentical hormone therapy may help restore balance and improve quality of life, addressing symptoms such as low libido, fatigue, and bone loss as well as potentially loweing cardiovascular risk and dementia risk in some women
3. Men with Andropause (Male Menopause)
As men age, their testosterone levels naturally decline, leading to symptoms such as low energy, reduced muscle mass, decreased libido, and mood changes. Bioidentical testosterone replacement can be used to alleviate these symptoms and maintain vitality.
4. Individuals with Hormonal Imbalances Due to Medical Conditions
Certain medical conditions such as thyroid disorders, adrenal insufficiency, or polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) may cause imbalances in estrogen, progesterone, or testosterone. BHT can be part of a comprehensive treatment plan to restore hormonal balance in these conditions