People who are struggling to manage their menopausal symptoms might want to consider starting Daytona Beach hormone replacement therapy (HRT), which helps regulate these symptoms and the female reproductive system. You might want to consider this treatment method if you are experiencing:
- Hot flashes and night sweats, especially if they are sudden and uncontrollable
- Irregular periods, such as heavy flows or intense cramping
- Vaginal and urinary problems, such as vaginal dryness or over-excited bladders
- Mood changes
- Thinning hair or bones, including early signs of osteoporosis
- Issues with your ability to concentrate or remember correctly
Call Anti-Aging & Regenerative Associates at (386) 366-7418 to schedule an appointment at our facility. You can also fill out an online form on our website.
Hormone Replacement Therapy Helps People Manage Their Symptoms
Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is a treatment method used to help females regulate their hormone levels, specifically estrogen and progesterone. In most cases, HRT uses hormone regulators that use these hormones to help people manage their symptoms as they approach menopause or are actively experiencing symptoms of it. Some patients might also need testosterone to regulate their hormones, depending on their condition and needs.
HRT has been known to also reduce the risk of other health concerns, such as osteoporosis, heart disease, and early signs of aging.
Recent studies by StatPearls have shown how HRT mimics the natural production of female hormones in the body, and while some people experience adverse side effects, this generally occurs if the patient also had a preexisting condition, such as breast cancer or heart disease. This article will go into some more detail about HRT and some factors you might want to consider when speaking with your physician.
Different Types of HRT
HRT treatments can vary by product, which can be prescribed orally or by transdermal methods. According to the Mayo Clinic, many people often take hormone regulators in the form of a:
- Pill or tablet
- Skin patch
- Vaginal ring
- Gel or cream
- Vaginal spray
- Injection
Most HRT treatments will involve a combination of female hormones, typically estrogen and either progesterone or progestin. However, some HRT treatments might be estrogen-only or progestin-only, depending on the patient’s health condition. Your physician will determine which treatment method is more suitable for your needs after a physical exam and lab work tests.
The dosage of these female hormones may also vary, depending on the severity of your symptoms or the kind of symptoms you have. For example, people who are experiencing irregular periods or intense hot flashes might be prescribed cyclical HRT to regulate their menstrual cycles or lessen the symptoms. However, people with vaginal dryness only might be prescribed a local estrogen medicine to target that symptom specifically.
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Certain Individuals Might Experience Side Effects from HRT
People with certain health conditions might not be well suited for HRT, or they might not be suited for all types of HRT. For example, individuals who have already removed their uterus are not well suited for HRT treatments that involve progesterone or progestin, as these hormones encourage uterine lining growth, which can cause abnormal growth if there is no uterus in the body. In that case, these individuals may be prescribed estrogen-only HRT treatments, which can focus on regulating vaginal or urinary problems, such as dryness and irritation.
In other cases, people with chronic conditions may also need to modify their treatment or seek alternative methods to regulate their hormones. Some of these conditions include:
- Heart disease, including stroke and heart attack
- High blood pressure or hypertension
- High levels of triglycerides in the blood, which may be regulated by diet
- Prone to blood clotting
- Breast cancer
People over the age of 59 might also be at higher risk for complications if they start their treatment late. However, patients who begin HRT within 10 years of menopause may not experience any adverse side effects in relation to their age.
Health risks associated with hormone replacement therapy (HRT) are highly dependent on an individual person’s health history, which means some risks might be more prevalent for people with specific health conditions. You can schedule an appointment at Anti-Aging & Regenerative Associates and discuss any preexisting health conditions you might have, such as high blood pressure or heart disease. One of our staff practitioners can explain the side effects of HRT that you might experience, including whether you are likely to experience those side effects.
First visits typically involve a thorough physical exam, filling out a questionnaire, and doing lab work to determine whether Daytona Beach hormone replacement therapy is right for you. If not, your physician may offer alternative treatment methods to alleviate your menopausal symptoms or other health concerns. Call (386) 366-7418 to schedule an appointment today.
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Regular Follow-Ups Reduce Health Risks
At Anti-Aging & Regenerative Associates, we apply a holistic approach to our medicine, which means we do not intend to prescribe you treatment and send you on your merry way. We care that your treatment continues to improve your health and that your hormone levels remain stable. Part of the risk that might come with hormone replacement therapy is a lack of routine supervision over how the patient is responding to the treatment.
At our facility, we encourage routine follow-up visits to determine whether your treatment is:
- At the right dosage of hormones needed to regulate your reproductive system
- The right product and method of treatment to alleviate the symptoms you are experiencing
- Not producing other negative symptoms or side effects
- Not causing complications or hormone deficiencies
- Not being hindered by other unhealthy lifestyle choices, such as poor diet and exercise
Your physician may conduct routine lab work, mammogram and pelvic exams, and other physical exams to monitor your health progress. This might also include advice on how to maintain your weight, stress, and stability over other chronic conditions you have. If you decide to become a member of our facility, you may take advantage of the other health services we offer. A representative at our facility can discuss what is included in your membership in more detail.
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Menopausal and premenopausal symptoms can be excruciating to live with, especially if they actively disrupt your daily activities and ability to function well, both physically and emotionally. If you are struggling to manage your symptoms or are interested in preventing other health conditions, such as osteoporosis, consider consulting a physician about Daytona Beach hormone replacement therapy (HRT) treatment.
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