Hormone balance is essential for overall health and wellbeing. As we age or go through life changes, hormone levels can fluctuate, leading to deficiency signs and symptoms. Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy can help restore optimal hormone levels to reduce deficiency signs and improve quality of life.
Bioidentical hormones are structurally identical to the hormones produced naturally in the human body. They are custom-formulated and precisely dosed to match a patient's individual hormonal needs. When prescribed and monitored by a trained bioidentical hormone specialist, bioidentical hormones can safely and effectively treat hormone imbalances.
It's important to recognize deficiency signs early and seek proper testing and treatment. Left untreated, hormone imbalances can negatively impact energy, sleep, weight, libido, and mood. They also increase risk for certain diseases over time. The good news is bio identical hormone treatment can help counteract many issues associated with hormone deficiency.
Elite Hormone Therapy specializes exclusively in bioidentical hormone replacement therapy and optimization. Our clinic is led by Dr. , a board-certified bioidentical hormone doctor with over 15 years of experience using bioidentical hormones to treat hormone imbalances.
We take an integrative, personalized approach to identify hormone deficiencies and the underlying causes. After thorough testing and evaluation, we develop customized bioidentical hormone treatment plans to restore hormone balance from multiple pathways, not just replacement alone. We address lifestyle factors and use nutritional supplements to enhance results when indicated.
You can trust our expertise. We stay current on the latest advancements in the field to provide the most effective protocols. We're also easily accessible in Beaverton for follow-up testing, adjustments, and to answer any questions.
The first step is testing key hormones to uncover imbalances. Based on symptoms and history, we order blood, saliva, or urine tests to measure levels of hormones like estrogen, testosterone, progesterone, DHEA, cortisol, and thyroid hormones T3 and T4.
Required hormone tests check both overall levels as well as availability of hormones to tissues. We also test precursor hormones and binding proteins when needed for fuller assessment. Testing menstrual hormones at multiple points in the cycle is key for women.
These comprehensive assessments coupled with symptom evaluation give us an accurate picture of an individual's hormone status, deficiencies, and excesses to inform precise treatment. We can then retest after treatment begins to make dosage adjustments aiming for optimal, not just “normal” ranges.
We recognize hormone tests can be confusing. All those numbers and lab ranges don’t mean much out of context. As bioidentical hormone specialists, we interpret hormone test results by looking at the full clinical picture including family history, symptoms, health conditions, stress levels, diet, medications use, and lifestyle factors.
Sometimes “normal” lab results still indicate a relative deficiency causing symptoms. Other times “abnormal” levels aren’t causing issues currently. We take great care analyzing how all the hormone system components interrelate and interact to support proper metabolic processes, regeneration, sexual function, and healthy aging.
After thorough testing and evaluation, we custom-formulate personal bioidentical hormone replacement plans to best meet each patient’s needs. We prescribe bioidentical hormones in creams, pills, pellets, gels, and injections dosed to restore optimal levels based on symptoms and test results.
Protocols vary depending on type and severity of deficiencies or excesses, age, gender, menopause status, health conditions, symptoms, and other factors influencing hormone balance. Treatment must be individualized for best results.
Bioidentical estrogen and/or progesterone protocols help relieve menopause symptoms like hot flashes, night sweats, vaginal dryness, irregular periods, sleep disruption, and mood changes. The right combination, dosage, and delivery method can make a big difference.
For andropause, we often prescribe bioidentical testosterone to help counteract low energy, reduced muscle mass, weight gain, low libido, erectile dysfunction, depression, and thinning hair. Monitoring prostate health is important, and testosterone pellet implants often work well.
Thyroid hormone and cortisol imbalances greatly affect overall wellbeing too. We use bioidentical thyroid hormone and hydrocortisone as needed. Nutrient status, stress levels, and lifestyle modification are addressed as part of treatment plans for best outcomes.
We start bioidentical hormone therapy slowly and safely, beginning with careful assessment as described. Follow-up testing is conducted at specific intervals to monitor progress and make dosage adjustments. This thoughtful process allows the optimal personal protocol to evolve.
Symptom improvement is key, but it takes some trial and error to find the right combination and strength. Most patients notice positive impacts on energy, sleep, sexual health, and mood stability within 1-2 months if not sooner when hormones are properly balanced. Follow up every 3 months initially.
Working with an experienced bioidentical hormone specialist is strongly recommended for best results and safety. Hormones are powerful messengers that travel through the bloodstream to receptors all over the body. They regulate vital processes so precise, physiologic dosing matters greatly.
The endocrine system is complex with intricate feedback mechanisms attempting to maintain homeostasis. Successfully optimizing hormones requires specialized advanced training in:
Knowing how bioidentical hormones uniquely match human hormones makes a difference for treatment success too. This is not a one-size-fits all approach. Hormone therapy must be carefully customized for the individual based on testing and priority symptoms.
Elite Hormone Therapy has the expertise needed to successfully balance your hormones for better wellbeing. We stay current with the latest advancements in precision bioidentical hormone replacement protocols. You can feel confident in our experienced staff and quality of care.
Bioidentical hormones are not necessarily safer or more effective than synthetic hormones for menopausal symptoms. However, some women report preferring them because they more closely mimic the body's own hormones. More research is still needed on their long-term effects.
When properly prescribed and monitored, bioidentical hormone therapy offers multiple health and quality of life benefits:
It effectively improves troublesome menopausal and andropausal symptoms caused by hormone imbalance including:
Balanced hormone levels enhance mood stability, energy, sleep quality, healthy aging, sexual health, and overall zest for life. Patients report feeling more like themselves again.
Optimizing key hormones lowers risks for metabolic disease, heart disease, osteoporosis, dementia, and certain cancers over the long-term by supporting healthy inflammatory pathways.
Testosterone is important for building lean body mass and strength (especially when combined with strength training). This helps combat age-related muscle loss called sarcopenia.
Proper hormone balance helps regulate fat burning and storage. Leptin, ghrelin, insulin, cortisol and hormones impact weight management significantly.
Estrogen and testosterone help keep bone-building cells called osteoblasts healthy while inhibiting bone-breakdown cells called osteoclasts. This reduces osteoporosis risk.
Bioidentical estrogen and testosterone help lower harmful LDL and triglycerides while raising protective HDL cholesterol levels when in physiologic ranges.
Balanced hormones enhance the body’s ability to regenerate at cellular and tissue levels. This supports healthier aging.
Key hormones directly influence structural components in the brain tied to learning, memory, and higher executive functions. Optimal levels may help reduce dementia risk.
We provide lifestyle recommendations customized to each patient’s needs and hormone treatment goals. Optimizing key areas provides a synergistic effect for regenerating declining hormones and better results.
Certain nutrients like zinc, magnesium, selenium, vitamin D3 directly support hormone pathways. We recommend supplements if dietary intake is insufficient based on assessment. Adaptogens herbs also help counter the impacts of excess stress.
Excess cortisol and adrenaline drive down hormone levels over time by diverting precursor hormones towards stress pathways. We teach effective stress reduction techniques like breathwork, meditation, yoga, or Tai Chi.
Quality sleep is when the body produces most of its hormone and repair hormones like growth hormone and testosterone. Prioritizing sufficient sleep enhances hormone balance.
Excess sugar and refined carbs drive inflammation affecting hormones and promote weight gain. We advise a whole food anti-inflammatory diet lower in carbs with enough protein, healthy fats and fiber.
Regular exercise helps balance hormones like insulin and estrogen. Building muscle mass boosts testosterone sensitivity. We recommend realistic movement plans that fit lifestyle.
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Conclusion
We strive to provide top-notch care from initial assessment and testing through long-term management your hormone needs may require. Contact Elite Hormone Therapy to learn more about bioidentical hormone replacement therapy options or schedule a consultation to get started. Our knowledgeable staff looks forward to helping you balance your hormones for better wellbeing.
