THERAPIES
Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy
For nearly twenty years, Coyle Institute has offered high-quality bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) to address the specific hormone needs of individual patients. Understanding that many common issues affecting women’s health are linked to imbalanced hormones, our goal in prescribing BHRT is to address hormonal deficiencies that may be causing symptoms such as hot flashes, weight gain, acne, infertility and more. After reviewing your hormone test results, we can determine exactly which hormones you are deficient in and then meet your body’s need for them through natural BHRT.
How Does Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy Work?
Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy begins with a saliva hormone test, which is non-invasive and stress-free. This test accurately measures the hormones in your body that are bioavailable to organs and tissues. Based on the results of your test, we will prescribe a compounded BHRT cream, a compounded oral troche or a vaginal/rectal suppository—containing the exact hormones you need. Coyle Institute most commonly prescribes BHRT creams, which are easily absorbed through the skin and into the bloodstream, and we never prescribe hormone pellets. Your prescription creams will be filled by a compounding pharmacy that makes custom medications by mixing and combining ingredients. After making a BHRT cream containing the exact hormones you need in the appropriate amounts, the cream will be applied to certain areas of the skin in prescribed doses. As the ingredients of the cream pass through the skin, they will deliver hormones into the bloodstream.
Benefits of Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy
The ultimate goal of BHRT is to bring hormones into balance. When hormones are balanced, women feel better, experience a heightened quality of life and are at a reduced risk of developing certain cancers and bone loss. Hot flashes, night sweats, low libido, depression, acne, vaginal dryness and other unpleasant problems are usually clear indicators that a woman has hormone imbalances and may experience relief with BHRT. After undergoing hormone testing and being prescribed BHRT, many women report that they enjoy deeper sleep, more energy, better moods, increased libido, more comfortable menstrual periods, clearer skin and other health benefits.
Causes of Hormone Imbalances
Hormone imbalances are becoming increasingly common as our environment becomes more stressful and toxic. Lack of sleep or poor diet can disrupt hormone production, as can exposure to certain cleaning chemicals, plastics, preservatives, fragrances and water contaminants. Left unchecked over time, hormone imbalances may lead to conditions like polycystic ovarian syndrome or endometriosis. Breast cancer and infertility can also be attributed to imbalanced hormones. Signs that you may be experiencing a hormone disturbance include weight gain, fatigue, muscle weakness, irregular menstrual cycles, memory fog, dry skin and other issues. At Coyle Institute, we work with patients one-on-one to identify causes of hormone imbalances in their everyday lives and suggest ways to avoid these disturbances. We counsel patients on proper nutrition, better sleep habits and healthy exercise, in addition to prescribing BHRT.
Is Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy Right for Me?
Women suffering from symptoms of menopause or who have signs of a hormonal imbalance could see significant improvement from BHRT. Additionally, BHRT can help to protect women who are at an increased risk of developing certain cancers that are linked to imbalanced levels of estrogen to progesterone. Given the outstanding safety record of BHRT, we find it is typically worthwhile for women with imbalanced hormones to try. Since hormones are tested through a saliva test before prescribing BHRT, you can rest assured that your hormone cream will contain exactly the amounts and types of hormones in which your body is deficient.
Start Balancing Your Hormones Now
Patients of Coyle Institute have access to cutting-edge treatments and therapies for a variety of women’s health issues. Whether you are experiencing pelvic conditions, hormonal issues, rectal problems or gynecological issues, our expertise and minimally invasive treatment options can help. Additionally, we offer a variety of skin-enhancing treatments to help our patients look and feel their absolute best. If you are ready to resolve your symptoms related to hormone imbalances and improve your quality of life, learn more about BHRT and its cost by clicking here.
Schedule your hormone consultation appointment today by calling our office at 850.637.8258.