Hormone Replacement Therapy

What is hormone replacement therapy?

Hormone replacement therapy helps treat hormone imbalances. Hormones are chemical messengers that help your body function. They regulate processes like temperature, metabolism, digestion, and reproductive health.

When hormone levels are too high or too low, symptoms such as fatigue, mood changes, weight gain, and difficulty sleeping can creep up on you and leave you feeling drained. Hormone replacement therapy restores balance by supplementing or adjusting hormone levels so you can start feeling like yourself again.

How might I benefit from hormone replacement therapy?

Hormone replacement therapy primarily targets symptoms of hormonal changes from menopause — when a woman’s menstrual cycle ends — and andropause (low testosterone levels in men). Austin at Balance Boost Wellness Clinic may recommend hormone replacement therapy if you experience:

• Persistent fatigue or low energy
• Mood swings, anxiety, or irritability
• Difficulty sleeping or insomnia
• Hot flashes and night sweats
• Unexplained weight gain or loss
• Decreased muscle mass or strength
• Reduced libido 
• Brain fog or trouble concentrating
• Hair thinning or loss
• Dry skin or changes in skin texture
• Loss of bone density or increased osteoporosis symptoms

Hormone replacement therapy can help reduce the frequency and intensity of these symptoms.

What can I expect from hormone replacement therapy?

After an initial consultation with Austin, you may need bloodwork to confirm your hormone imbalance. The next step is determining which form of hormone replacement therapy is right for you. Options include implantable pellets, creams, patches, injections, or oral medications. Austin will help you choose the best option for your lifestyle and health needs.

Once your treatment begins, Austin schedules regular follow-ups to monitor your progress and adjust dosages if necessary.

How long does hormone replacement therapy take?

How long hormone replacement therapy takes can vary from person to person. You might start noticing improvements in your energy, mood, or sleep within a few weeks, but it can take about 3-6 months to feel the full effects. Your body needs time to adjust to the new hormone levels.

If hormone imbalance symptoms are keeping you from enjoying life, don’t wait to seek help. Call Balance Boost Wellness Clinic today or book an appointment online to schedule your consultation.