Hormone therapy involves supplementing hormones that are low or lacking in the body to treat common symptoms associated with hormonal decline or imbalance such as:
The goal of hormone optimization therapy is to customize treatment for each individual patient based on their unique hormonal profile and symptoms.
Some of the most commonly prescribed hormone therapies include:
Hormone therapy offers many potential benefits including:
Essentially, optimized hormone levels promote an overall greater sense of wellbeing allowing you to look and feel your best.
The first step is to schedule a consultation with one of our experienced hormone therapy specialists at Hormone Harmony. We will take a detailed medical history and evaluate your symptoms. Your provider will then order the appropriate blood and other diagnostic tests to thoroughly assess your hormone levels.
Once test results are in, your Hormone Harmony provider will determine if you are a candidate for hormone replacement therapy based on your:
If hormone therapy is advised, your provider will collaborate with you to develop a customized treatment plan to address your hormone deficiencies or imbalances.
At Hormone Harmony, we use bioidentical hormones which are identical in molecular structure to the hormones naturally produced in the body. This allows them to bind to receptors and be utilized by the body just like endogenous hormones.
Bioidentical hormones include:
Unlike synthetic hormones, bioidenticals do not contain any additional synthetic chemicals. This makes them safer with fewer side effects.
Hormone therapy can have surprising emotional effects. Some transgender people report feeling more in touch with their emotions and more able to cry after starting hormone treatment. This is likely due to hormones influencing parts of the brain related to emotional processing and regulation. While not universally experienced, it highlights the intricate links between our hormones and emotions.
The process of beginning hormone therapy typically involves:
Hormone optimization is an ongoing process with dosages continually tailored to your changing needs for optimal results. Your Hormone Harmony provider will be with you every step of the way to ensure your treatment is safe and effective.
If you are experiencing symptoms suggesting a potential hormone imbalance, it is important to have this evaluated promptly by a specialist. Some key reasons why include:
Don't continue suffering with symptoms related to hormonal decline. Call Hormone Harmony today to schedule an initial consultation and get on the path to optimal wellness through hormone therapy.
Located on Florida's Gulf Coast, Bradenton offers an attractive year-round climate perfect for making positive lifestyle changes like beginning hormone replacement therapy.
With average year-round temperatures in the 70s and low humidity compared to southern Florida, Bradenton has an enviable tropical climate ideal for spending time outdoors engaged in activities like:
The sunny weather and abundance of leisure attractions make it easy to implement exercise and stress reduction into your daily routine – important factors for achieving maximum results from hormone optimization therapy.
Some other perks of living in Bradenton during hormone replacement include:
With an enviable climate, amenities and medical resources, Bradenton has everything you need to thrive during hormone therapy.
There are several potential causes of troublesome hormone imbalances including:
Hormone testing can help identify what underlying issues may be causing your hormone deficiencies or imbalances.
To best determine if hormone therapy is right for you and craft an optimal treatment plan, your Hormone Harmony provider will order some essential lab tests including:
These tests provide crucial data about your overall health and hormone function. We may also check other hormone levels like melatonin, IGF-1, or DHEA depending on your symptoms and health status.
Ongoing testing will be performed throughout treatment to ensure optimal hormone levels are achieved and maintained long-term.
There are several delivery methods for hormone replacement including:
These methods allow precise dosing and good absorption. Your Hormone Harmony provider will advise the best options for your needs.
The goal is to effectively and safely reach optimal hormone levels reducing symptoms and promoting better health. This is achieved through continual monitoring and dosage adjustments tailored to your individual hormonal needs.
To maximize your success with hormone replacement, we advise implementing positive lifestyle habits including:
Optimizing nutrition, activity, sleep, and stress bolsters the benefits of hormone therapy allowing you to realize the full range of positive effects.
If you are suffering from symptoms related to hormonal decline, Hormone Harmony can help you reclaim your health, vitality and quality of life. We specialize in state-of-the-art diagnostics to uncover the root causes of hormone imbalance and provide customized bioidentical hormone replacement regimens to restore optimal function.
Our experienced and caring hormonal health specialists will partner with you on your path to wellness, taking time to understand your unique needs and goals. Everything from testing to dosing will be specifically tailored to your physiology using a functional precision-based approach.
Take control of your health and contact Hormone Harmony today to see how our integrative therapies can help you look and feel your absolute best. Our Bradenton clinic is conveniently located at
