Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT) is a type of hormone therapy that aims to restore hormone balance in individuals who may be experiencing symptoms due to hormone imbalances. Hormone imbalances can cause a range of symptoms, such as menopause in women or andropause in men. BHRT uses hormones that are identical in structure to those produced naturally in the human body. These hormones are derived from natural sources, such as soy or yam, and compounded into pellets, which makes them easy to administer.
Menopause is a natural process that typically occurs in women between the ages of 45 and 55. It is a common cause of hormone imbalances. During menopause, the production of estrogen and progesterone decreases, which can lead to symptoms such as hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings, decreased libido, and vaginal dryness. BHRT can help alleviate these symptoms by restoring hormone balance in the body.
Andropause, on the other hand, affects men between the ages of 40 and 55. It is also known as male menopause and is a common cause of hormone imbalances. During andropause, the production of testosterone decreases, which can lead to symptoms such as decreased energy, decreased muscle mass, decreased libido, and erectile dysfunction. BHRT can help alleviate these symptoms by restoring testosterone levels in the body.
Bioidentical hormones are derived from plant sources and are considered a safer and more effective alternative to synthetic hormones. Unlike synthetic hormones, bioidentical hormones are identical in structure to those produced naturally in the human body. They offer numerous benefits, such as improved mood, energy levels, and overall sense of well-being, reduced risk of osteoporosis and other age-related diseases, improved sexual function, skin appearance, cognitive function and memory, sleep quality, metabolism and weight management, cardiovascular health, and reduced risk of certain types of cancer.
Pellet therapy is considered the most effective form of BHRT and involves inserting pellets under the skin. The pellets release hormones into the bloodstream continuously over a period of several months, which helps to maintain hormone balance in the body. Pellet therapy is convenient, as the pellets only need to be inserted every few months, and it is also considered safe and effective.