Bioidentical hormones are structurally identical versions of the hormones naturally produced in the human body. As we age, hormone levels decline causing unpleasant symptoms.
There are several reasons hormone levels decline:
Both men and women may experience symptoms like:
Restoring hormonal balance with bioidentical hormones can provide tremendous benefits such as:
Bioidentical hormones have a molecular structure identical to natural hormones but are synthetically produced. The bioidentical hormones offered by Second Spring Hormone Clinic include:
Progesterone used is bioidentical to the progesterone created by the ovaries.
Bioidentical testosterone has the same effects as natural testosterone produced by the gonads.
DHEA (dehydroepiandrosterone) is the most abundant sex steroid hormone in men and women.
Thyroid hormones T3 (triiodothyronine) and T4 (thyroxine) regulate metabolism.
There are multiple effective methods to deliver bioidentical hormones:
Capsules, tablets or sublingual drops can restore hormonal balance. This allows for easy, convenient dosing.
Creams are rubbed into the skin allowing absorption directly into the bloodstream, avoiding digestive processes.
Testosterone, estrogen and progesterone can be injected intra-muscularly generally once per week or two weeks for slow release into circulation.
Pellets are inserted under the skin every 3-6 months for sustained hormonal release over time. This avoids frequent dosing.
These provide localized treatment of urogenital symptoms delivering low dose estrogen/progesterone directly to vaginal tissues.
The physicians at Second Spring Hormone Clinic specialize in customized bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT). Treatment always begins with blood tests to evaluate current hormone status.
The following blood tests help identify deficiencies:
Follow up blood tests may be ordered to monitor progress.
Based on clinical evaluation and lab results, your physician will recommend an appropriate bioidentical hormone regimen customized to your needs which may include:
The dose may be adjusted over time to optimize improvements. Follow up visits allow assessment of treatment effectiveness.
Bioidentical hormones are not necessarily safer or more effective than synthetic hormones for menopausal symptoms. Despite marketing claims, there is little evidence that bioidenticals cause fewer side effects or are more "natural" than FDA-approved hormones used in traditional hormone therapy.
The board certified medical providers at Second Spring Hormone Clinic in Frankfort specialize in hormonal balance using bioidentical hormone replacement therapy. With individualized treatment plans, Second Spring Hormone Clinic helps patients find relief.
Many unpleasant signs and symptoms of hormone imbalance can significantly disrupt quality of life. Seeking specialized care promptly at the first signs of deficiency allows for treatment to restore wellbeing. Delaying can lead to worsening of problems.
Our clinic offers significant advantages including:
