Can my doctor prescribe bioidentical hormones?

Doctors can prescribe synthetic (medical) or bioidentical (natural) hormones. “Bioidentical” hormones are chemically identical to hormones made by your body. For menopause treatment, these hormones can include estrogen (estradiol, estriol and estrone), progesterone, testosterone, and DHEA.

Who is a good candidate for bioidentical hormones?

Candidates for bioidentical hormone therapy are usually experiencing at least one major symptom of hormone imbalance or hormone deficiency. Candidates are often in middle age (but not always) and are looking for a way to correct their hormone imbalance with a reliable, proven treatment.

Is bioidentical hormone replacement therapy worth it?

Answer From Tatnai Burnett, M.D. No, they aren’t. According to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and several medical specialty groups, the hormones marketed as “bioidentical” and “natural” aren’t safer than hormones used in traditional hormone therapy. There’s also no evidence that they’re any more effective.

Does Oprah take bioidentical hormones?

Jan. 15, 2009 — Oprah Winfrey says menopause caught her “off guard” and that she’s taking bioidentical hormones that have made a big improvement in how she feels. Bioidentical hormones are one form of therapy for menopausal symptoms.

Who is not a candidate for Biote pellets?

Having a medical history that includes breast cancer, high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke, or blood clots may prevent you from qualifying for BHRT. Your physician may also recommend against BHRT if you have these conditions in your family history. Some women experience side effects as a result of BHRT.

Who is not a candidate for HRT?

Not-so-good candidates for hormone replacement therapy Smokers and those with a family history of blood clots aren’t good candidates for HRT. If you’ve ever had a form of reproductive cancer, you’re likewise not a good candidate for HRT. Breast, uterine, and ovarian cancers often respond to estrogen.

Can I stay on bioidentical hormones forever?

Bioidentical HRT can offer you long-term relief from the myriad of symptoms related to hormone imbalances, and while you shouldn’t take them forever, they can help your body navigate the aging process with relative ease.

Who is a good candidate for hormone replacement therapy?

Good candidates for hormone replacement therapy Women who have gone through menopause at a younger age, perhaps before or in their mid-40s, can really benefit from HRT. The treatment protects their bones and cardiovascular system for what may very well be half of their life.