-
While the imbalance in sex hormones, thyroid, or cortisol usually result in low libido or lack of desire for sex in the majority of patients, there are also other symptoms that are associated with these conditions, such as: Weight gain, low energy, lethargy, insomnia, tender breasts, hot flashes, foggy memory and forgetfulness.
Using a transdermal hormone cream or troche allows patients to use low doses of hormones to control their symptoms decreasing possibility of side effects including stress on the liver & GI.
Bio-identical hormones have the same composition with the same percentage at humans naturally occurring hormones. This gives an improved safety profile with less side effects.
Many people believe that testosterone dosing is the only treatment for low libido problems. However, this is usually only a part of the solution; there are actually many other factors involved. Before making a treatment plan; a patient must be evaluated to understand the underlying cause of those symptoms.
What are the benefits of Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy?
• Alleviates symptoms of low hormones effectively and re-establishes hormonal balance.
• Improves cholesterol and lipid profile.
• Improves bone density profile
• Improves libido as well as overall energy levels.
• Recovers thinning, dry and brittle hair.
• Resolves vaginal dryness
• Improves skin hydration and appearance
• Aids in alleviating mood swings and depression
• Enhances concentration and improves memory
In addition to all the above benefits, Bio-identical hormone replacement therapy has other protective benefits, which includes:
• Decreases risk of certain cancers.
• Decreases risk of heart disease.
• Decreases risk of osteoporosis.