A great deal of misinformation is available regarding hormone replacement therapy (HRT) for women going through menopause. Because this treatment path is such an effective (and safe) option for women, Marsha E. Gorens, MD, is happy to delve into the details of HRT and why it is such a powerful treatment tool for so many women in the Near West Side neighborhood of Chicago, Illinois.
Not every woman needs treatment for the changes that arise during menopause. Some can navigate this time of transition with relative ease. Others experience only a few symptoms and manage them without hormone supplementation.
However, for those who experience significant changes related to menopause, finding relief is a serious matter. Shifting hormones can lead to severe sleep disruption, debilitating hot flashes and night sweats, pounding headaches, and brain fog that interrupts productivity at home and in the workplace.
Your path through menopause will be unique, shaped by various factors. But there is no need to suffer through serious symptoms because you’ve read stories online about women who make it through with nothing more than yoga and herbal tea.
Dr. Gorens uses bioidentical hormones for HRT. These synthetic hormones are created from plant sources (unlike other options made from the urine of pregnant horses) and are chemically identical to the hormones your body produces naturally.
Bioidentical hormones are delivered via a subdermal pellet system. Dr. Gorens places the pellets, about the size of a grain of rice, just beneath the surface of your skin. Over time, the pellets gradually dissolve, releasing a steady stream of hormones into your bloodstream. This avoids the harsh spikes and dips common with other delivery systems.
Best of all, the volume of supplemental hormones can be adjusted to fit your specific needs. The process begins with blood testing to determine your current hormone production levels. The results guide your initial treatment dosing.
When you receive hormone replacement therapy under the care of a medical professional, you can rest assured that your treatment includes supplemental hormones of the highest quality standards.
Even more importantly, your treatment path is monitored and shaped by a professional who puts your health and wellness at the center of the process. HRT is not a one-size-fits-all process, and Dr. Gorens understands that you are much more than the sum of your symptoms.
She strives to deliver personalized care that gets you where you need to be. Appointments are never rushed, and routine health screenings are part of the process.
If you’ve been dealing with hot flashes, poor sleep, weight gain, or changes in your sexual health, it’s perfectly understandable that you want to find swift relief. But HRT is a process that takes time to deliver results.
Some women report improvement in their symptoms within a short time after beginning therapy, but in general, it takes several months before you’ll see the full results. In that time, it’s helpful to track the changes you experience, which can help Dr. Gorens tailor your dosing to optimize your results.
We promise you: the results are well worth the wait. For many women who live with substantial menopause symptoms, HRT is a game-changing treatment that restores quality of life.
When you’re ready for more information, Marsha E. Gorens, MD, is prepared to meet with you to discuss bioidentical hormone replacement therapy in more detail. Simply give us a call during regular business hours, or take a few moments to book a visit through our online scheduling portal, which is available around the clock.
