Hormone Replacement Therapy
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Our endocrine system is devised of glands which produce and send hormones to all areas of our body to regulate essential function such as temperature, reproduction, growth, immunity and aging. It stands to reason that this is the hub of vitality, longevity and well-being. Both women and men are often told their hormones such as, thyroid, testosterone, estrogen, progesterone and adrenals are fine due to standard blood tests, but these tests only pick up the sickest 2.5% of the population. When more extensive testing is done, results show thyroid levels that are truly low (sub-optimal). Surprisingly, hormone deficiencies can be completely reversed without the standard prescribed medicines and with natural hormone replacements.
Our bodies produce a wide variety of hormones throughout our lives. These hormones, which are chemicals produced by your glands, must produce adequate, balanced amounts in order for your body to maintain proper health and normal functioning.
For women, as you enter the menopausal or perimenopausal stage of life, which is the period leading up to menopause, your body starts to produce smaller amounts of hormones, particularly reproductive hormones, such as estrogen and progestin. With over 40 million women experiencing menopause and another 20 million women nearing this transitional stage of life over the next 10 years, the need for natural or Bio-Identical Hormone Therapy is essential in restoring balance and harmony to your body.
Depending on the degree of your hormonal imbalance, effects on your body could be vast and you could experience the following symptoms:
- Fatigue
- Hypothyroidism
- Anxiety and panic attacks
- Increased wrinkles
- Loss of libido
- Changes in menstrual cycles
- Painful intercourse
- Concentration or memory problems
- Weight gain / Increase in body fat
- High cholesterol levels
- Hot flashes or night sweats
- Vaginal dryness
- Urinary frequency
- Autoimmune disorders such as Lupus, MS, Fibromyalgia, Chronic Fatigue and Immune Dysfunction Syndrome and Unrelenting Fatigue
For men, as you enter the "midlife" or andropausal stage of life, also known as male menopause, your body starts to produce smaller amounts of hormones, particularly testosterone. Andropause is caused by lower levels of testosterone as you age. When levels are extremely low symptoms can be severe and cause serious health problems. Over 25 million men between the ages of 35 and 55 are experiencing some degree of male menopause or Andropause. The need for natural or Bio-Identical Hormone Therapy is essential in re-energizing your body.
Depending on the degree of your hormonal imbalance, effects on your body could be vast and you could experience the following symptoms:
- Loss of muscle mass and size
- Decline in libido
- Hypothyroidism
- Poor sense of well-being
- Loss of interest in career and goals
- Depression
- Loss of energy
- Loss of physical agility
- Weight gain / Increase in body fat
- Mental fatigue
- High cholesterol levels
- Panic and/or anxiety attacks
- Insomnia and/or restless sleep
- Night sweats
- Infertility
At FFC, your hormone imbalances will be evaluated by a physician armed with the latest research and treatments. We utilize bio-identical hormones derived from natural sources or molecularly identical hormones to the ones produced in the human body. Our typical treatment program consists of two 30-minute visits, extensive lab work (performed on-site for your convenience) and a customized plan of care.
Upon making your 1st appointment, you will be sent a thorough medical-history questionnaire, which you will bring with you to your first appointment. During this consultation, you will review with the doctor your history and expectations. He/She will then work with you to develop a treatment protocol designed specifically for your body.
Hormone replacement or bio-identical hormone therapy is offered by Fibromyalgia & Fatigue Centers, Inc. (FFC) to balance the hormones. The FFC only utilizes "bio-identical hormones" or molecularly identical hormones to the ones produced in the human body. Call toll-free 1-866-443-4276 to make an appointment or to attend a free educational seminar to understand what to expect with our Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy.
Related Links:
- What to expect before and at first appointment.
- FFC Physicians
- FFC Locations
- FFC's Bio-Identical Hormone Therapy brochures for Men and Women