Hormone therapy can provide life-changing benefits for both men and women suffering from hormone deficiencies. At Hormone Wellness Clinic in Rocky River, Ohio, we specialize in customized bioidentical hormone replacement therapy to help patients find balance again.
Hormone imbalances can negatively impact quality of life. Common symptoms include low libido, fatigue, weight gain, anxiety, insomnia, and reduced mental clarity. Thankfully, identifying and properly treating hormone deficiencies can successfully alleviate or even reverse these issues. Our experienced physicians take the time to thoroughly evaluate each patient and tailor treatment plans to meet their unique needs.
The first step is identifying whether a hormone deficiency exists. This begins with a comprehensive physical exam, review of medical history, discussion of symptoms, and diagnostic blood tests. We check levels of key hormones including testosterone, estrogen, progesterone, DHEA, cortisol, thyroid hormones T3 and T4, as well as other markers.
Saliva tests may also be used to evaluate free and bioavailable hormone levels. The results provide an objective measurement of a patient's hormone balance and highlight which areas need support. Our clinic takes care to properly diagnose hormone deficiencies before beginning treatment.
Bioidentical hormones are identical in molecular structure to the hormones naturally produced in the body. In contrast, traditional hormone replacement medications contain synthesized hormones with slightly altered structures. For many patients, bioidentical hormones are better tolerated with fewer side effects.
Some benefits of bioidentical hormone replacement therapy include:
Balancing hormone levels can quite literally help patients feel like themselves again. The right treatment plan helps restore vibrancy, vitality and an overall improved quality of life.
We recognize that no two patients are alike. Our medical experts take the time to understand your unique needs and goals. We develop fully customized treatment plans utilizing bioidentical hormones including:
Treatment is tailored to your individual hormone test results, symptoms and medical history. We generally start with the lowest effective dose and adjust from there. Follow up testing helps ensure optimal hormone balance is achieved and maintained.
For women, imbalances of estrogen, progesterone and testosterone frequently occur during perimenopause and menopause. Decreased hormonal levels lead to unpleasant symptoms interfering with quality of life. Our clinic offers a range of hormone therapies to help women during this transition.
Estrogen deficiency manifests in symptoms like hot flashes, vaginal dryness, urinary issues, sleep disturbances, joint pain and emotional changes. Estrogen replacement helps alleviate these concerns. Treatment options include oral tablets, transdermal creams/gels, vaginal creams or pessaries.
Likewise, progesterone deficiency can result in symptoms like anxiety, irritability, irregular periods, water retention and trouble sleeping. We offer natural progesterone replacement including oral capsules, sublingual drops or topical creams.
Testosterone in appropriate amounts works synergistically with estrogen and progesterone to optimize energy, mood, bone health, muscle tone, libido and pleasure. Testosterone therapy comes in topical creams, gels or sublingual drops.
In men low testosterone, also called hypogonadism or Low T, becomes increasingly common after age 30. Symptoms include low libido, erectile dysfunction, decreased muscle mass, weight gain, fatigue, irritability and depression.
Testosterone replacement therapy successfully alleviates these concerns. Treatment options include injections, transdermal gels, creams or patches. Pellets implanted under the skin which continuously release testosterone over several months are also available.
We also check levels of other androgens like DHEA which tend to decline with age. DHEA supplementation can enhance energy, libido, mood, strength and immune function.
The thyroid gland produces hormones T3 and T4 which regulate metabolism. An underactive thyroid, called hypothyroidism, causes symptoms like fatigue, weight gain, constipation, sensitivity to cold and hair loss. Blood tests help diagnose thyroid deficiency.
Treatment typically involves a daily oral dose of the thyroid hormone levothyroxine to restore normal levels. Close monitoring ensures the proper medication and dose are selected for optimal benefit.
Cortisol is released by the adrenal glands under control of the brain. Imbalances of this crucial hormone can compromise health in many ways.
High cortisol causes symptoms like anxiety, sleep deprivation, weight gain and mental fog. It negatively impacts immunity, blood sugar control and digestive health.
Low cortisol, known as adrenal fatigue, manifests in chronic exhaustion, cravings for salty foods, dizziness upon standing and more.
After testing confirms a cortisol imbalance, we offer customized treatment to restore normal levels and improve wellbeing. Addressing these imbalances can profoundly impact energy, sleep, mood and overall vitality.
While hormone therapy provides tremendous benefits, lifestyle factors also play an important role. We provide guidance on diet, exercise, stress management and other key areas based on each patient's needs.
A nutritious whole foods diet, regular physical activity, adequate sleep and stress reduction are particularly helpful. Optimizing these factors enhances the effectiveness of hormone therapy while supporting overall mind-body health. Patients enjoy discussing these positive lifestyle changes.
At Hormone Wellness Clinic in Rocky River, our goal is to help patients regainoptimal hormone balance naturally. We thoroughly identify deficiencies and craft customized treatment plans using bioidentical hormone therapies. Patients are amazed by the renewed energy, vibrancy and quality of life they experience. We feel privileged to provide this vital service and improve so many lives. Please contact us today to begin your hormone balancing journey. We are here to help!
Symptoms vary by the specific hormone deficiency but often include fatigue, low libido, weight gain, anxiety/depression, insomnia, brain fog, irritability, and hot flashes. Muscle loss, joint pain, reduced endurance and emotional changes can also occur.
We check key hormone levels with comprehensive blood tests. Saliva tests also provide insight on free and bioavailable hormones. Testing gives us an objective measure of a patient's unique hormone balance.
Most patients report significant improvements within 4-6 weeks. However full benefits often take 2-3 months once optimal hormone levels are achieved. It's important to be patient as dosage is adjusted.
There are minimal risks when used properly under medical supervision. We start with conservative doses to avoid side effects. Follow up testing also helps optimize your dose. Report any unusual symptoms promptly.
Lifestyle changes help, but are rarely sufficient for moderate to severe hormone deficiencies. Hormone therapy gives the body what's lacking to genuinely restore balance and feel your best.
