Understanding Hormone Replacement Therapy

Hormone replacement therapy is an FDA-approved treatment for menopause that affects most maturing women. The medications given to you during the therapy contain the hormones you need to counter the symptoms you are experiencing. Additionally, the Mayo Clinic estimates that the medications used in replenishing your hormones can also be effective for preventing heart disease.

Hormones Used During the Process

If you need hormone therapy as a result of menopause, then there are two key hormones that will help you reduce the symptoms you are experiencing, estrogen and progestogen. Estrogen is an integral to maintaining homeostasis. It is the hormone responsible for giving your female characteristics, and it interacts with a lot of systems in your body, including your reproductive system. Progestogen is a substitute for progesterone because progesterone can’t be taken by mouth.

Is Hormone Replacement Therapy a Solution for You?

Many women consider hormone replacement therapy because they want to take back control of their lives. To determine whether you are a candidate for hormone therapy you should consider the following:

• You experience hot flashes that impact your daily routine.
• Your cycle stopped before you were 40.
• You’ve been told that your bone mass isn’t where it should be for your age.
• Your ovaries aren’t functioning as they used to function.

If you have any of these problems, then you may be a good candidate for hormone replacement therapy. With the threat of osteoporosis, depression, and coronary heart disease associated with the reduced production of estrogen at an early age, it’s in your best interest to contact us as soon as possible. We can help you get back on track and help you reduce the frequency of your hot flashes.

If you’re to discuss hormone replacement therapy with a trusted cosmetic surgeon, contact Dr. Gregory Roche today!