FAQ
* What is Biologically Equivalent Hormone
Replacement?
It is a hormone replacement that
is an exact replica of the chemical structure that your own body
produces.
* How do I know if I need to
take Hormones?
Get an assessment by someone who
specializes in hormones. Look at your hormone blood level if they
are not in range this would be an indication.
furthermore, if you are having symptoms of menopause or peri-menopause such as:
- hot flashes
- night sweats
- not sleeping through the night
- moodiness
- cognitive problems
- vaginal dryness
- low libido / no sex drive
- harder to reach climax
- low energy
- weight gain
Any of these would indicate that
you may need hormone replacement.
* How long do I need to stay on
hormone replacement?
Think of it like eating. Do you
plan on eating for the rest of your life? It is the same thing. Your
body needs hormones to fully function properly. You don't need
as much as you did when you were 25 or 30 but you do want to
maintain healthy tissue, cells and bones. So the answer would be for
the rest of your life. Hormones give a great deal of protections in
lowering risk factors for diseases and cancers we may
develop in older years.
* What is the best way for me to
deliver the hormones to my body?
That would be for
your hormone specialist and you to decide what is best for your body
and life style.
(See choice of methods)
(See choice of methods)
*Can Biologically Equivalent Hormones
cause cancer?
Any Estrogen you
add to your body and including your own estrogen before replacement
can aid in causing estrogen related cancer. When treated properly the
risk factors are very low. All risk factors should be discussed
during consult. Make sure you inquire about that.
more to come later....