Hormone Replacement Therapy is a functional medicine technique that can be used to treat a variety of symptoms. Many people seek hormones when struggling with infertility, premenopause, chronic illness, etc. If you are struggling with premenopause and hormone imbalances, our medical team is here to support you. Regeneration Health offers hormone replacement therapy for men and women, and all those who think they could benefit. Let’s talk more about using this therapy treatment for Perimenopause symptoms.
What Is Premenopause?
Preimenopause is the transition period before menopause is in full effect. Those in premenopause will experience changes in their menstrual cycle, and hormone fluctuations could cause other physical concerns. During this time, the ovaries are producing less estrogen, which could cause infertility, excessive sweating, mood swings, sleep disturbances, and other mental health concerns. The premenopausal period can last for multiple years, but usually around 4-6.
Types Of Hormone Therapy
As the body produces less estrogen or other hormones needed to regulate the body, you may experience uncomfortable physical symptoms. Premenopause can mess with sleep and a woman’s natural energy cycles. Hormone Replacement Therapy can give your body the natural hormone it needs to regulate your body. The body’s natural aging process causes us to produce fewer hormones, but HRT can help supplement these natural substances to improve our lives.
While there are multiple types of HRT that can be tailored to your exact needs, we will look at two common therapies used for those in premenopause.
Systemic Therapy
In whole body HRT or systemic therapy, the hormones are administered through a pill, skin patch, ring, or spray. It contains more of the hormone estrogen than other methods and is used to treat a variety of symptoms throughout the entire body.
Low-dose Therapy
Low-dose therapy can come in a pill, cream, or ring and has lower amounts of the hormone than systemic options. This treatment option can be used when you have specific vaginal or urinary issues since less of the hormone is absorbed into the body.
Combination Therapy
This type of HRT is used when multiple hormones are needed. While estrogen might be low and is often the cause of premenopause symptoms, progesterone or testosterone might also be necessary. Combining these hormones can help prevent excessive bleeding, urinary cancers, and mood imbalances.
Risks Of HRT
Like with all medical procedures, there are risks when seeking hormone replacement therapy for menopause or premenopause. If a patient has preexisting health conditions, some of the risks may be higher. When patients are concerned about the risks of a functional medicine technique, they should consult with a medical professional to see if HRT or another therapy would be right for them. Here are some common risks associated with HRT.
- Heart disease
- Stroke
- Blood clots
- Gallbladder disease
- Breast cancer
- Endometrial cancer
What Symptoms Are Improved By Hormone Replacement Therapy?
Many women have seen improvements in premenopausal symptoms after seeking HRT. It is important to communicate with a trusted doctor and medical team if you want to see results from hormone replacement. All women will not experience the same symptoms or the same results when seeking HRT.
One thing that patients seek hormone replacement therapy for is sleep disturbances. Menopause can cause excess stress and restlessness, leading to sleepless nights or difficulty falling asleep.
Hormone imbalances often lead to mood swings, irritability, and lack of energy. Many women become depressed or anxious during premenopause because of the lack of estrogen in the body. Seeking HRT can help supplement these hormones, helping patients feel more energetic and empathetic.
Other benefits of HRT for premenopause include:
- Reduced hot flashes/better temperature regulation
- Reduced fatigue
- Better bone density
- Reduced risk of diabetes
- Improved blood lipid levels
- Reduced vaginal dryness
- Improve sex
- Lower risk of colon cancer
Hormone Replacement From Regeneration Health
Regeneration Health offers many functional medicine services that are overseen by some of the top professionals in the state. We offer hormone replacement therapy because many patients see improvement in their day-to-day lives after just a few treatments. Our services can help with low estrogen, low testosterone, and other symptoms you may experience as you age.
In addition to HRT, we also offer bioidentical hormones, medical weight loss, and IV nutritional therapy to help you be the best version of yourself. All of these services can improve your energy levels and immune system, so you can have peace of mind while going through your daily activities. Regeneration Health is proud to serve members of our local community. Reach out to us to learn more or come in to schedule a consultation.