Hormone deficiency can cause a wide variety of symptoms that can negatively impact quality of life. As we age or go through hormonal changes, hormone levels can become imbalanced, leading to suboptimal health and wellbeing. Recognizing the signs and symptoms of hormone deficiency is crucial for seeking proper treatment such as bioidentical hormone replacement therapy.
Some key signs and symptoms of hormone deficiency include:
If you are experiencing multiple symptoms regularly, bring them up with your doctor for proper evaluation and diagnosis of any hormone deficiencies. Treatment such as bioidentical hormone replacement may help alleviate symptoms and restore wellness and vitality.
Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) involves supplementing hormones that are chemically identical to those your body produces naturally. BHRT is used to treat hormone imbalance related to aging and hormonal changes in order to help manage symptoms and restore optimal hormone levels.
Some key benefits of BHRT include:
Bioidentical hormones are safe and effective when prescribed and monitored by an experienced hormone doctor. At Balanced Hormone Clinic our specialized medical team personalizes BHRT treatment plans to meet each patient's unique needs and health goals.
Accurately diagnosing hormone deficiencies or imbalances requires specialized blood and saliva testing. We offer cutting edge hormone test panels at our clinic that evaluate the following:
Based on your customized hormone test results, our experienced doctors will diagnose any deficiencies or imbalances. We then develop a personalized bioidentical hormone replacement therapy program - including medications and lifestyle recommendations - tailored to your health goals and needs.
Follow up testing ensures your hormone levels are safely optimized within recommended ranges for your age and gender. We find this specialized approach leads to the best patient outcomes.
Our clinic specializes in all areas of hormone health including bioidentical hormone replacement therapy, sexual health, thyroid disorders, adrenal disorders and general wellness.
What sets Balanced Hormone Clinic apart is our outstanding reputation earned over more than 10 years serving the Chapel Hill area with:
We strive to help patients not only look and feel their best, but fully restore energy, strength and enjoyment of life. Timing matters with hormone issues so we make efficiently addressing hormone deficiencies a top priority for your wellbeing.
Bioidentical hormones are not always safer or more effective than synthetic hormones for menopausal symptoms. Large studies found mixed results - some bioidenticals helped certain symptoms but not others, while synthetics helped some symptoms that bioidenticals did not. More research is still needed in this complex area.
The process of starting bioidentical hormone replacement therapy is straightforward but requires precision testing, diagnosis and monitoring to ensure safety and efficacy.
Here is an overview of the general BHRT process that we tailor to your needs:
Initial Consultation
Diagnostic Testing
Custom Treatment Plan
Ongoing Monitoring
Working closely with our hormone specialists at Balanced Hormone Clinic ensures expert diagnosis, customized treatment plans, and ongoing fine tuning for your unique balance and needs. We also provide effective symptom management and lifestyle plans during transitions.
There are multiple safe and effective bioidentical hormone therapy options we offer patients to meet individual needs. The hormones can be administered via injections, topical gels or creams, pellet implants, oral capsules and more. Options we prescribe include:
Testosterone
Estrogen / Progesterone
DHEA
Thyroid
The route of administration, dosages and specific hormones prescribed will depend on symptom presentation, test results, risk profiles, patient preferences and our clinical judgement. Our outstanding patient outcomes stem from customizing not only the molecules but the methods to each individual’s needs.
In addition to bioidentical hormone replacement therapy medications and monitoring, we provide patients comprehensive lifestyle guidance and recommendations. Optimizing certain lifestyle factors can enhance treatment results and promote long lasting health and vitality.
Key lifestyle optimizations include:
Focusing on lifestyle factors you have control over can amplify and sustain the rejuvenating effects of bioidentical hormones and testosterone replacement therapy. Our physicians and nurses provide in-depth counseling and programs regarding the lifestyle changes with the most impact based on your needs and goals.
The physicians at Balanced Hormone Clinic offer exceptional expertise in precision diagnosis and treatment of hormone imbalances. With over 15 years serving Chapel Hill, Balanced Hormone Clinic has restored health, wellness and vitality for thousands in the local community through customized bioidentical hormone replacement therapy.
When you are ready to address hormone deficiencies or imbalances, and improve symptoms that may be diminishing your quality of life, we encourage you to explore Balanced Hormone Clinic as your trusted hormone health partner. Please contact us today online or by phone for a consultation. We look forward to serving you!
