Are there health risks to hormone therapy?
There are always risks to any medical therapy. However, when properly dosed and monitored, the risks of bioidentical hormone replacement are quite low compared to benefits. Our clinic carefully manages treatment to maximize safety.
Will my medical insurance cover HRT treatment?
Coverage varies widely between policies. Many plans do cover diagnosis and testing for hormone dysfunction. Replacement hormones themselves may be covered if deemed medically necessary. We advise patients on maximizing insurance benefits.
Are there options besides synthetic hormone medications?
Yes, nutritional and herbal supplements can gently support the body's natural hormone production. However, when glands fail to produce adequate hormones due to aging or other issues, direct replacement with bioidentical hormones becomes necessary.
How long until I start feeling better on HRT?
Symptom relief begins within a few weeks as hormone levels normalize. However, the positive impact on long term health occurs over years of continual balanced hormone replacement.
Is HRT lifelong or temporary?
After age 50 when hormone production severely declines, most patients remain on customized HRT long term to preserve health. Those starting HRT at younger ages may eventually taper off treatment once lifestyle habits are optimized.
Why shouldn't I get treatment from my primary doctor?
While some primary doctors offer basic hormone testing and prescriptions, anti-aging specialists focusing specifically on replacement therapy and optimizing human longevity provide a far more advanced level of treatment.
We encourage you to schedule a consultation with our integrative hormone clinic specialists to determine whether bioidentical HRT supervised by top anti-aging experts might be your next step toward reclaiming optimal wellness!