Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy

What is bioidentical hormone replacement therapy?

BHRT is a treatment to rebalance your natural hormone levels with supplemental hormones made from yams and other plant materials. Bioidentical hormones are structurally similar to the hormones your endocrine system produces.

Peridot Primary Care offers bioidentical hormone replacement therapy for adult women and men who experience uncomfortable symptoms of hormone imbalances.

Princess Stephenson, CRNP, customizes a BHRT plan based on the type of hormone imbalance you have and the severity of your symptoms. She also provides ongoing medical monitoring to track the effectiveness of your therapy while you take supplemental hormones.

Am I a candidate for bioidentical hormone replacement therapy?

Hormones are the chemical messengers of the body that regulate many of its biological functions. Even a slight imbalance can cause moderate to severe symptoms that affect your physical, mental, and emotional wellness.

BHRT may be a good treatment option if you experience symptoms of a hormone imbalance that interferes with your health or quality of life, such as:

• Hot flashes
• Hair loss
• Weight gain
• Mood swings
• Night sweats
• Persistent fatigue
• Reduce sex drive (libido)

Unbalanced testosterone levels in men due to aging or illness can cause issues like lost muscle mass and erectile dysfunction (ED). Women with low estrogen levels after childbirth or during menopause might also experience vaginal dryness and irritation.

Peridot Primary Care offers bloodwork to assess your hormone levels and rule out underlying conditions like thyroid disease that can cause similar symptoms. The providers also review your medical history to ensure bioidentical hormone replacement therapy is a safe treatment option for you.

What can I expect from bioidentical hormone replacement therapy?

Peridot Primary Care offers customized BHRT plans that use bioidentical hormone pellets, which the team implants under your skin’s surface. The pellets release a steady stream of hormones to supplement the hormones your body already makes.

It can take time to find the most effective dosage to support lasting symptom relief, but you can rely on your provider to monitor your progress during follow-up visits. They also offer in-office procedures to remove the old pellet and replace it with a new one.

Additionally, Peridot Primary Care makes vitamin supplements and other wellness resources available to promote hormone balance and good health.

Call Peridot Primary Care today to find out if you’re a candidate for bioidentical hormone replacement therapy or book an appointment online.