As we age, our bodies undergo natural changes, including a decline in hormone production during menopause in women and andropause in men. However, this shift may not occur smoothly, and your body may be thrown out of balance as hormone levels fluctuate. As a result, you may experience changes in your sleep habits, fatigue, low mood, mood swings, loss of muscle mass, difficulty losing weight (or even unexpected weight gain), and loss of libido, among other symptoms. These issues are not part of a normal aging process, and they can be alleviated with hormone replacement therapy to bring your body back into balance.
Here at El Con Health and Wellness, we offer bioidentical hormone replacement options for men and women who want to age gracefully in good health. Your treatment will begin with hormonal testing to determine the appropriate type and dose of replacement hormones for your body. Throughout the treatment process, we will schedule follow-up visits to ensure that you are seeing positive results from hormone therapy without any adverse side effects.
Hormone therapy is nothing new—it’s been prescribed for menopausal relief since the 1930s. However, bioidentical hormones have been improved through the years to be identical those produced by the human body. Modern bioidentical hormones are known to cause fewer side effects than their synthetic counterparts, and are produced in level 503b rated pharmacies which is a designation created by the FDA that establishes a new level of patient care and safety.
Most often, bioidentical hormone replacement is done through pellet therapy. This treatment method involves the implantation of a small pellet just under the skin, which gradually releases small doses of hormones into the body. As your hormone levels return to a healthy balance, you may notice a boost in energy, libido, mood, and muscle mass.
If you are experiencing new discomforts and health challenges as you get older, it’s important to explore whether hormone fluctuations could be the underlying cause. Only a medical provider with a background in healthy aging can help you determine if bioidentical hormone therapy is appropriate for treating your symptoms.
Don’t simply disregard new changes in your body as normal signs of aging. Consult El Con Health and Wellness to learn whether hormone replacement therapy is a good option for you. We can customize your treatment to your individual needs, so call (520) 318-5515 to schedule your consultation.
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