What is bioidentical hormone replacement therapy for women (female BHRT)?

What Is Female BHRT?

Female BHRT an acronym for bioidentical hormone replacement therapy. Hormone therapy for women has been a common practice to cope with aging for decades. Female hormone replacement therapy (HRT) may help women who are suffering from unbalanced hormones. Bioidentical hormones delivered through BHRT aim to replicate the molecular structure of human hormones.

What Is Female Hormone Replacement Therapy?

The BioTE® Method of hormone therapy provides a consistent release of hormones, based on your individual needs. When hormones are out of balance, hormone replacement therapy for women may help relieve a wide array of symptoms, both physical and emotional. Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy for women aims not only to relieve the symptoms associated with hormonal imbalance, but also the source of the problem as well.

What Are Signs And Symptoms of Hormonal Imbalance in Women?

Hormonal imbalances may occur when there is too much or too little of a hormone in the bloodstream. Because of their essential role in the body, even the smallest hormonal imbalance can cause side effects throughout the body. There are a variety of symptoms of hormone imbalance in women which may include: fatigue, trouble sleeping, irritability, anxiousness, mood swings, low mood, night sweats, hot flashes or flushes, weight gain, decreased sex drive, or discomfort during intercourse.

When May Female BHRT Be Most Beneficial?

Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy for women may help any woman whose hormones are out of balance. However, the most common time women seek bioidentical hormone replacement therapy is when they’re experiencing experience one of the three stages of menopause—perimenopause, menopause, and post menopausemenopause.

What Are Female BHRT Pellets?

Female BHRT pellets are comprised of custom-compounded hormones. These pellets are inserted subcutaneously, typically into the skin near the buttocks, during a quick in-office visit. Usually, within four to six weeks after the pellet insertion, the bioidentical hormone replacement therapy for a woman’s endocrine system begins to take effect.

Contact our office today at (630) 882-0264 to schedule an appointment and learn more about the benefits of bioidentical hormone replacement therapy.

January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month

January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month. Regular screenings play an important role in early prevention and detection of cervical cancer. Below are several key statistics for cervical cancer, as well as two of the most important preventative measures you can take to lower your risk of developing cervical cancer. Your cervical cancer screening can be performed during your annual gynecological exam. Visit the American Cancer Society and U.S. Preventative Services Task Force websites for more key statistics and screening recommendations. If you would like to schedule your screening, call our office at 630.882.0264.

References:

1. American Cancer Society. (2020, July 30). Can cervical cancer be prevented: Ways to prevent cervical cancer. American Cancer Society. Retrieved January 26, 2022, from https://www.cancer.org/cancer/cervical-cancer/causes-risks-prevention/prevention.html 

2. American Cancer Society. (2022, January 12). Cervical cancer statistics: Key Facts About Cervical Cancer. American Cancer Society. Retrieved January 26, 2022, from https://www.cancer.org/cancer/cervical-cancer/about/key-statistics.html

3. U.S. Preventative Services Task Force. (2018, August 21). Cervical cancer: Screening. Recommendation: Cervical Cancer: Screening | United States Preventive Services Taskforce. Retrieved January 26, 2022, from https://www.uspreventiveservicestaskforce.org/uspstf/recommendation/cervical-cancer-screening#fullrecommendationstart