Bio-identical Hormones are an exact replica of the hormones that are naturally produced by the body. The difference between Bio-Identical and synthetic hormones is that, although both are created in labs, synthetic hormones are not identical to the hormones naturally created in your body and Bio-Identical hormones match your body’s hormones, molecule by molecule. Depending on what your symptoms are and which hormone(s) your body needs, East Memphis Direct Primary Care may choose to prescribe bio-identical hormones such as estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, thyroid hormones, DHEA, cortisol, pregnenolone, melatonin or others as needed.

Over the last 100 years as we have doubled our life expectancy, the soft tissue glands which create our hormones are being forced to produce them longer than ever. Our increasingly stressful lives, poor nutrition and lack of proper fitness, result in declining levels of hormones in our bodies as well. Men and women have successfully used Bio-Identical hormones for decades. Men suffering from the symptoms of andropause or women suffering from menopause or perimenopause, can turn to Bio-Identical hormones to replace the natural hormones that have declined as their bodies have aged. In well known medical journals, researchers have reported that the Bio-Identical hormones, estrogen, progesterone and testosterone, are not only safe but also have a positive impact on preventing conditions such as heart attack/disease, stroke osteoporosis, osteoarthritis, colon cancer, Alzheimer’s and periodontal disease.

No matter what your age, if your female hormones (estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone) are unbalanced or have severely declined, you may suffer ill effects such as hot flashes, night sweats, trouble sleeping, mood swings, depression, anxiety, memory loss, vaginal dryness, difficult periods, fatigue, loss of your sex drive and even weight gain. Women with balanced hormones integrated with proper nutrition and fitness can have a better quality of life as they age.

As men age, production of the hormone testosterone begins to decline and they experience symptoms of low testosterone. Testosterone is the hormone that is responsible for maintaining mental focus, energy, metabolism, muscle mass, fat levels and sex drive. By balancing a man’s hormones with Bio-Identical hormone replacement therapy, men can restore their vitality and reduce the symptoms of andropause.

In general, your body’s natural hormones begin to decline after your mid-20s and hormone imbalance symptoms are frequently present by your mid-30s. Men and women often start replacing hormones between the age of 35 and 40. If you are experiencing symptoms of hormone imbalance, it is best not to wait.

While it varies with each person, and depends on which hormone therapy you are using, you can expect to see some relatively immediate results with improving results over the follow three to six months. This amount of time is needed to allow for the full and proper balancing of your hormones.

While it varies with each person, and depends on which hormone therapy you are using, you can expect to see some relatively immediate results with improving results over the follow three to six months. This amount of time is needed to allow for the full and proper balancing of your hormones.

Not necessarily, it depends on how well your body responds to Hormone therapy. Also important is how well you manage your diet, sleep patterns, exercise and stress levels that will assist you in regaining hormonal balance. Some patients can wean off various hormones once they become balanced and have fewer symptoms of menopause or andropause.

There are also patients who can wean off adrenal and thyroid support once their adrenals or thyroid glands have healed. There is no single answer for everyone, it depends on your individual hormone stability and how well your diet and lifestyle will support everything else.

In the worst-case scenario, if you decided to stop Hormone therapy, your body would return to the state it was in before initiating your program.

No in fact, some medicines may actually be reduced or no longer needed.

Traditional doctors do not usually have the time or the resources to seek expertise in this field of hormone replacement therapy. Marie has additional training in Bio-Identical hormone replacement therapy and has specialized knowledge and interest in this area.