Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT) is a safe and natural treatment for hormone imbalances and helps alleviate symptoms of andropause and menopause in both men and women as they age. These hormones are identical to the hormones that human body produces. That is why the cells of your body recognize them as familiar and why patients feel better and experience no side effects when they are dosed and monitored properly. The hormones are produced from plant-derived phytohormones. They are available in various dosage forms, including capsules, creams, injectables, and pellets.
The main goal of BHRT is to reduce or eliminate the symptoms caused by hormone loss. After evaluating a patient’s symptoms, Dr. Bloem prescribes the appropriate hormones and monitors treatment to ensure safety and effectiveness.
While many of Dr. Bloem’s patients prefer biomimetic rhythmic hormone replacement therapy protocols such as the Wiley Protocol, he also prescribes low-dose, static hormone replacement therapy protocols, based on patient preference and response to treatment. In addition, he inserts hormone pellets, which generally only need to be inserted every 3-4 months.
While common symptoms are associated with menopause, each woman undergoes a unique transition during this life stage. The decline in hormone production, which occurs as a woman ages, can lead to unwanted symptoms. These may include:
Bioidentical hormones are generally very well tolerated. An example of non-bioidentical hormones are oral contraceptives. Their side effects include nausea, vomiting, heart attacks, blood clot, and strokes, especially if women smoke cigarettes.
Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT) can help alleviate and even eliminate a wide variety of symptoms, including anxiety, depression, mood swings, irritability, hot flashes, night sweats, fatigue, brain fog, vaginal dryness, erectile dysfunction, loss of libido, insomnia, headaches, migraines, and osteoporosis. For many of our patients BHRT has been life changing. They are able to sleep again and to function at home and at work. Many have been on BHRT for many years and have referred their friends because they have been so pleased with the results.
