Hormone deficiency can occur when the adrenal, thyroid, or sex hormone glands in the body produce inadequate levels of key hormones. This often happens naturally with aging, after pregnancy, during menopause, or due to health conditions. Low hormone levels can produce unpleasant signs and symptoms like fatigue, weight gain, hot flashes, low libido, anxiety, and more.
Getting tested for hormonal imbalances through blood, saliva, or urine tests is important, especially if multiple deficiency symptoms are experienced over time. Working with an endocrinologist specializing in hormones can help analyze results and create customized treatment plans to restore optimal hormonal balance through bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT).
Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) involves supplementing the body's low hormone levels through external administration of lab-made hormones. These hormones are structured to perfectly match the natural molecular formation of hormones produced within the human body. This makes them easier to absorb and utilize than synthetic hormone alternatives.
BHRT treatment plans are customized to an individual's unique hormonal needs and deficiency levels through precise prescription of bioidentical estrogen, testosterone, progesterone, cortisol, DHEA and other hormones in oral tablets, topical creams or gels, injectable pellets placed under the skin, or through small patches worn on the body.
The goal is to safely elevate an individual's hormones to optimal levels, thereby reducing or eliminating unpleasant deficiency symptoms and protecting long term health. This differs from controversial synthetic hormone replacement approaches which utilize "one size fits all" doses.
Finding an experienced medical provider like New Beginnings HRT Clinic' doctors is key for successful BHRT outcomes. Our endocrinology specialists take a comprehensive approach which includes analyzing hormonal levels through advanced testing methods, precisely calibrating bioidentical hormone dosing protocols for each unique patient, continually assessing progress through follow up appointments and lab work, making dosage adjustments as needed over time, and monitoring side effects.
There are several major hormones that can be effectively treated through bioidentical hormone replacement therapy.
Estrogen is an important female sex hormone responsible for puberty, regulating menstrual cycles, bone production, and heart health. Deficiency often begins during perimenopause and progresses through menopause, producing symptoms like hot flashes, night sweats, vaginal dryness, irregular periods, trouble sleeping, urinary issues, and emotional changes like depression or anxiety. Low estrogen later in life can also increase women's risk for health issues like osteoporosis and heart disease.
BHRT can safely supplement low estrogen levels through bioidentical estradiol creams, pills or patches. This helps restore estrogen to optimal levels in order to reduce menopausal symptoms and progress through this transition more comfortably.
Commonly called the "male" hormone, testosterone plays a key role in puberty, fertility, building strength and muscle mass, bone density, red blood cell production, and libido or sex drive in both men and women.
In women, low testosterone often correlates with low energy, mental fog, trouble sleeping, weight gain, low libido, vaginal dryness, and bladder issues. In men, low testosterone (Low T) is often medically termed hypogonadism and can result in erectile dysfunction, reduced muscle mass, depression, fatigue, infertility, loss of body hair, and bone loss over time.
BHRT can safely elevate lagging testosterone levels in both sexes through bioidentical testosterone creams, gels, pellets, patches or tablets. This treats deficiency symptoms and protects long term health.
Progesterone is a vital reproductive and pregnancy hormone in women. It rises after ovulation to thicken the uterine lining, prepares the body for conception, and maintains pregnancy.
Declining progesterone is the first hormone change triggering perimenopause. Deficiency causes irregular periods, trouble conceiving and increased miscarriage risk, as well as later menopause symptoms like hot flashes, night sweats and sleep disruption when estrogen drops but progesterone does not rise proportionately.
BHRT utilizes bioidentical progesterone creams, capsules or suppositories to protectively balance declining levels alongside estrogen, managing symptoms and supporting reproductive health.
Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) is a precursor or building block hormone synthesized by the adrenal glands which then converts into other essential hormones like estrogen and testosterone. DHEA naturally declines with age, falling up to 80% from peak levels by age 75.
Deficiency can contribute to menopause symptoms, sexual health issues like erectile dysfunction or vaginal pain, weakened immune health, cardiovascular disease, inflammation, slowed healing, lean tissue and bone loss, fatigue, mood changes and cognitive decline.
BHRT utilizes bioidentical DHEA tablets or capsules to elevate lagging levels for protective health benefits. Follow up blood tests help gauge optimal dosing.
Other hormones like cortisol, thyroid hormones, melatonin, growth hormone and more can also be tested and supplemented through bioidentical versions if clinically warranted to resolve deficiency symptoms. New Beginnings HRT Clinic endocrinologists conduct thorough assessments to determine which hormones to prioritize.
Hormone levels and associated symptoms often progressively decline over months or years during aging or major life transitions like perimenopause or andropause. This can slowly create an accumulation of unpleasant effects that disrupt comfort, daily function and long term health.
However, because hormone imbalance symptoms also mirror other conditions like thyroid disorders, depression, diabetes, fibromyalgia, infections and more, people often do not realize declining hormones may be the root cause until levels drop further. Decreased quality of life unnecessarily persists and risks for postmenopausal women like heart disease, osteoporosis, diabetes, and dementia rise over time.
Additionally, the longer the duration of hormone deficiency, the less effective replacement efforts become and the harder it is to restore optimal balance.
This makes early detection and timely treatment initiation vital for best outcomes. If multiple ongoing symptoms possibly related to hormone imbalance are present, thorough medical testing and evaluation is recommended to analyze levels, pinpoint where decline exists, promptly initiate appropriate bioidentical hormone replacement protocols, continually reassess progress and optimize dosing over time.
New Beginnings HRT Clinic' endocrinologists have over 15 years expertise specifically diagnosing and resolving stubborn hormonal deficiency symptoms for men and women through customized bioidentical hormone replacement therapy programs using cutting edge testing analysis, precision dosing and patient-centered care.
We provide sensitive listening, thorough lab review, transparent explanations and empowering education. You don't have to live with a diminished personal or medical quality of life. We're here to help activate solutions and walk this journey together towards renewed balance and vibrancy step by step.
Bioidentical hormones are not necessarily safer or more effective than synthetic hormones for menopausal symptoms. However, some women report preferring them because they more closely mimic the body's natural hormones. More research is still needed to fully understand the risks and benefits compared to conventional hormone therapy.
Successful bioidentical hormone replacement therapy begins with comprehensive lab testing to accurately analyze a patient's unique hormone levels, pinpoint imbalances contributing to deficiency symptoms, identify risks for future health issues, and gather baseline benchmarks critical for properly gauging treatment progress over time.
We utilize advanced saliva, blood and urine testing across key hormones through partnerships with specialized precision laboratories like ZRT Labs and local Medford facilities.
Test results are carefully reviewed by our doctors in tandem with a patient's reported symptoms, family or personal disease history, prescription medication use and lifestyle factors to determine the appropriate BHRT plan.
Working together, customized treatment is initiated using FDA monitored, compounded bioidentical hormones structured identically to those naturally produced by the human body to maximize efficient absorption and usage.
These may include combinations of estradiol, estriol or estrone for estrogen deficiency, testosterone for Low T or vulvovaginal atrophy, progesterone for protective balancing effects, DHEA for adrenal support and precursor conversion, thyroid for metabolic and energy deficiencies, melatonin for sleep cycle issues or cortisol for adrenal fatigue recovery.
Delivery methods are selected based on patient needs and preferences ranging from oral capsules and tablets to sublingual drops, topical gels or creams, vaginal suppositories, intravaginal inserts like testosterone rings, pellet implants placed under the skin lasting 3-6 months, or transdermal patches changed weekly or bi-weekly.
Follow up blood work and symptom assessments are conducted over the first 3 months to ensure hormones are adjusting within safe ranges for each individual patient without complications, determine if levels require any tweaking, manage side effects if any, and monitor improvement of deficiency issues.
Patients then return every 6 months for further fine tuning of protocols to keep progress and comfort continually optimized over the long term given hormones fluctuate. The goal is for patients to feel and function their personal best throughout aging.
Medford and the surrounding Rogue Valley provides a mild climate supportive of positive BHRT experiences and health enrichment. Seasons are distinct without extreme heat or cold. Lush greenery abounds near rivers and Applegate wine region hillsides just beyond town.
This allows abundant opportunities for residents to spend nourishing time outdoors year round - breathing fresh air, soaking in vitamin D sunlight, staying active within nature through seasonal recreation, finding serenity or connection through hot spring visits, echoing rivers, or mountain trails, and exploring flavors of the region through local food, wine or beer.
Such lifestyle integration during BHRT enhances a sense of wellbeing, vibrant living and therapy success. It also intrinsically boosts key health areas like cardiovascular fitness, musculoskeletal strength, anti-inflammatory benefits, mental relaxation and immunity protection that enable the body to optimally uptake and utilize replacement hormones.
For comfortable walking places or trails in town, check along Bear Creek and the Bear Creek Greenway, stroll through U. Farm, take the short drive up to nearby Table Rocks or Touvelle State Park, or immerse among the tall pines of nearby Lithia Park.
The soothing waters of Jackson Wellsprings northwest of town offer hot mineral pools surrounded by wooded hillsides for soaking, while Spa Elan and Aura Medical Spa in Medford provide supportive wellness services ranging from massage, facials and body treatments to infrared sauna sessions, all helpful for mind-body balance.
Rogues Valley Fitness and other local gyms offer classes and accountability to stay active before or after work. Helper Hub Community Center provides open recreation spaces. Asana Yoga has candlelit evening classes to find your center.
For hormone testing needs, joint recommendations can be provided for local Medford clinics like La Clinica Wellness Center, Healthcare Outreach clinics or Providence Medford's various locations alongside national direct testing options through ZRT Labs or Everlywell.
New Beginnings HRT Clinic also offers mobile phlebotomy services, meaning our onsite nurse can perform all needed blood draws for testing cohesively during doctor visits if preferred for simplicity.
Being proactive to detect and treat hormone deficiency early, while embracing Medford's supportive environment and offerings, allows BHRT patients to feel their best while progressing through life's transitions or actively aging. Contact us today to begin your renewal journey.
Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy effectively alleviates deficiency symptoms and protects future health when individually calibrated and monitored by an experienced medical provider.
However, supporting lifestyle habits are also key for enhancing BHRT absorption, sustaining long term balance and amplifying benefits. Our holistically-minded practitioners offer personalized guidance regarding beneficial behaviors related to nutrition, physical activity, stress modulation and environmental exposures.
General wellness tips include eating a micronutrient-rich anti-inflammatory diet emphasizing produce, lean proteins and healthy fats while minimizing sugar, alcohol, caffeine and processed foods. Staying adequately hydrated each day and limiting toxins from plastics or chemicals support detoxification pathways critical to hormone health.
Daily movement for at least 30 minutes - whether walking, swimming, stretching, dancing or gardening - keeps muscles and bones strong, oxygen and nutrients circulating, bowels regular and mental health resilient. Quality sleep, mindfulness practices and connection with community, nature or purposeful causes further bolster inner reserves.
We also provide references for local Medford establishments that can support positive lifestyle integration before, during or after hormone replacement protocols to help each patient maximize their vitality.
For at home saliva hormone testing kits that avoid blood draws, ZRT Labs provides simple, accurate direct home testing services to detect key hormone levels and pinpoint imbalances. Their tests check estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, DHEA, melatonin, cortisol and more while only requiring a small saliva sample.
Grains of Truth Bakery creates fresh artisan breads, pastries, granola and cereals using ancient heritage grains free from GMOs, pesticides and chemicals. Their educational guiding principles of sourcing, preparing and fermenting traditional whole foods preserves nutrition and digestibility.
Items like their soaked sprouted bread, nutrient dense granola or fermented vegetables help New Beginnings HRT Clinic patients align food with hormonal health. Their attached cafe also serves medicinal teas, bone broths and seasonal salads.
The Guild Fitness & Wellness Center offers group classes and workshops centered around strengthening muscles, attaining ideal weight, reducing stress and enabling mindfulness. Their functional movement training classes, health coaching and community orientation assists New Beginnings HRT Clinic patients to adopt sustainable fitness habits while feeling socially supported.
Additional perks like cryotherapy services, infrared sauna sessions and yoga calm restore balance. Their heart-centric approach strives to empower lifestyle enhancement for optimal wellbeing.
In summary, New Beginnings HRT Clinic' extensive expertise diagnosing and resolving complex hormone deficiency provides Medford residents struggling with unpleasant symptoms timely testing, precise BHRT treatment plans using bioidentical hormones, continual monitoring for safety and efficacy, as well as lifestyle guidance.
We ease frustration and worry through transparent compassionate care, empowering education and skillful navigation. You deserve to feel your best while fully participating in cherished areas of life and relationships. Contact us today to discuss your needs in a free initial consultation. Renewal awaits!
