Menopause is a natural transition that all women go through, marking the end of the reproductive years. The average age for menopause onset is 51, but it can happen anytime between the ages of 40-55.
During menopause, estrogen and progesterone levels start to fluctuate and decline, leading to various symptoms. Common symptoms include:
These changes can begin months or years before periods actually stop. The transition itself usually takes an average of 4 years but can be longer or shorter for some women.
In addition to bothersome symptoms affecting quality of life, menopause can increase risks for certain medical conditions over time when estrogen levels drop significantly, such as:
The good news is that today there are effective treatment options to help manage symptoms, prevent long-term issues, and improve quality of life during and after menopause. Hormone therapy (HT) can provide relief by replacing the hormones that the body is no longer making adequately on its own.
Some of the key benefits that hormone therapy offers include:
Many women going through early menopause, either naturally or induced, can especially benefit from hormone therapy. When started before age 60 or within 10 years of menopause onset, the benefits are believed to outweigh risks for most healthy women.
There are a few main types of hormone therapy:
HT is available in oral tablets, skin patches, vaginal preparations, implants, shots, and creams/gels. Your doctor can help determine the most appropriate form based on your symptoms and health profile. The lowest effective dose is typically recommended for symptom relief.
At Hormone Harmony in League City, Texas our physicians specialize in customized bioidentical hormone therapy (BHRT) for both women and men. We conduct thorough lab testing to accurately identify any hormone imbalances, then create a personalized treatment plan to restore optimal levels tailored to your unique needs.
What sets Hormone Harmony apart is our comprehensive approach focused on uncovering root causes of hormone issues and enhancing overall health from inside out with integrated care.
We go beyond just looking at hormones in isolation. Our wellness assessments evaluate nutritional status, lifestyle factors, environmental exposures, chronic stress levels, gastrointestinal health, and other key areas that can impact hormone balance. Then we develop science-based, multidimensional treatment plans that may include:
Follow up visits allow us to continually monitor progress and modify plans to help you feel your best throughout the menopause transition and beyond.
Our practitioners have over 15 years experience specializing in precision bioidentical hormone therapy (BHRT) for residents of League City and the greater Houston metro area.
What is bioidentical hormone therapy? BHRT utilizes lab-created hormones that are molecularly identical to the estrogen, progesterone and testosterone made naturally in the body. This allows hormones to be replaced in a physiologic way for optimal safety and results.
The key advantage of bioidentical over synthetic hormone medications is improved side effect profiles with lower risks. Our custom-compounded BHRT is carefully formulated in special pharmacies designed for each patient's hormonal needs to restore youthful balance.
Our clinic founder, Dr. Cynthia Blum, is a board-certified OB-GYN physician with specialized training from prominent hormonal medicine fellowships. She stays current on the latest advancements in precision hormone balancing science and regenerative biotechnology.
With over 3200 successful treatment outcomes for residents of League City and the Houston area, patients rave about Dr. Blum's compassionate approach and life-changing results. Her goal is to provide complete hormone solutions tailored to enhance vitality during midlife and beyond through all-natural BHRT, nutraceuticals, fitness plans, and holistic stress reduction techniques.
It's important for women approaching or going through menopause to have thorough medical checkups and lab testing done to evaluate hormone levels and overall health status. Blood, saliva and urine tests allow hidden imbalances to be accurately identified before they progress.
Too many women endure frustrating menopausal symptoms for years before seeking help, not realizing treatment options exist. They mistake what they are experiencing as just being part of "getting older". But most symptoms ARE treatable - you don't have to needlessly suffer!
Likewise, evaluating bone density, heart health markers, and breast health at this stage is key for early preventive care too. We provide comprehensive screenings at Hormone Harmony focused on uncovering issues in the early subclinical stages when they are most responsive to lifestyle interventions and cutting-edge therapies.
Starting treatment promptly when imbalances begin preserves quality of life through this transition and helps safeguard long term wellbeing. Even if you've been dealing with advanced menopausal issues for many years, it's never too late get evaluated. Our specialized therapies can still help relieve symptoms and reduce future risks even in later postmenopausal stages.
In summary, we encourage women to prioritize regular well-woman exams, lab testing, and follow through on treatment recommendations without delay for best outcomes. Have candid conversations with your doctor about all symptoms you may be experiencing. Be your own health advocate!
Studies show that regular moderate-intensity exercise like brisk walking or cycling can significantly help reduce hot flashes and ease other menopause symptoms in some women. Scientific evidence indicates exercise boosts feel-good endorphins and regulates body temperature, which may naturally relieve common discomforts many experience during this transition.
We hope this overview has helped explain key aspects of navigating menopause through a lens of empowered, proactive self-care. Hormone Harmony is here to support, educate and treat the women of League City through this transition and beyond.
Our clinic is conveniently located right in League City off Highway 96 in the Bay Area Metro Hospital District:
Hormone Harmony 525 E Main Street STE L League City, TX 77573
We are nestled amongst other premium wellness facilities including League City Surgery Center, Victory Lakes Urgent Care Clinic, and Kelsey-Seybold specialty clinics.
At Hormone Harmony League City, patients become part of our extended wellness family. We provide caring, uncompromising, confidential care based on over 15 years' experience treating thousands Houston metro residents. Let our exceptional team of nurses, patient care coordinators, and specialized clinicians optimize your health, hormones and vitality!
In closing, we urge you to pay close attention to your body and don't neglect self-care - especially through seasons of change like menopause. Prioritize lab testing, screenings, routine wellness visits and follow through on health recommendations. Your future vibrant self will thank you!
We are honored to be your specialized hormone and anti-aging experts helping women thrive through midlife and beyond.
