Hormone Replacement Therapy, also known as HRT, is a way to replenish declining hormones associated typically with aging. Hormone Replacement Therapy is used to treat symptoms associated with menopause in women and andropause in men. In menopause, common symptoms include hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings, vaginal dryness, mental fogginess, decreased energy, decreased libido, and desire.
In men, symptoms include decreased energy, loss of muscle mass, decreased libido, and decreased mental focus. As we age, both men and women experience a natural decline in their hormonal balance, affecting how they feel. Hormone Replacement Therapy restores hormones to their natural levels to reduce symptoms and restore vitality.
At David Ghozland, we treat the patient as a whole, looking at not only a comprehensive hormone panel but also how the patient feels and what they are looking to improve. Each treatment is customized to that individual patient’s unique needs.
Benefits of Hormone Replacement Therapy
Hormone Replacement Therapy offers a vast amount of benefits. These benefits are not only physical but can be psychological as well. They can make anyone who is suffering from hormone imbalances feel better about themselves and their bodies and overall change their health for the better.
How It Works
Hormone Replacement Therapy works by providing the body with essential hormones, such as estrogen, progesterone, or testosterone, which work to replenish the body’s natural hormones lost during menopause, andropause, or due to a medical condition.
Once a thorough medical evaluation, including medical history, symptoms, and a comprehensive hormone panel are evaluated.
A customized treatment plan is designed by our physician to optimize and improve how you feel overall.
Gels / Creams
Gels or creams are applied topically. They are made to deliver the hormones to the bloodstream in a timely manner. These must be applied daily under the direction of your physician.
Pellets
Pellets are a very popular delivery form for replacing customized hormones. Pellets are small customized implants that are injected under the skin. They offer a very comfortable and no-hassle way of administering hormones. The treatment typically lasts between 3 to 6 months, depending on the patient.
Who Needs Hormone Replacement Therapy?
Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is typically offered as a treatment for individuals with low hormone levels or hormonal imbalances. Both men and women are ideal candidates if they are experiencing symptoms associated with hormonal imbalance.
Treatment Process at David Ghozland’s Office
Treatment in our medical practice looks at individuals as a whole. Taking lifestyle, nutrition, and hormone levels into consideration when customizing a treatment plan. A visit to our office for a consultation includes a medical history to better understand how you feel and how you live. In addition, a comprehensive hormone panel will be done. By combining these, a customized treatment approach will be designed for each individual patient.
Follow ups are necessary for safety and to ensure that our hormone therapy plan is meeting your goals and expectations.
FAQs
How long does HRT take to work?
Most patients start to experience a change in how they feel within days.
Is HRT safe?
HRT is considered a safe treatment option for most individuals, but a medical history and consultation will determine your safety profile.
Are there side effects with HRT?
As with any medical treatment, HRT does carry a risk of side effects. Some of these can include mood swings, redness and swelling at the application site, rashes, itching, headache, acne, bloating, and oily skin.
Call David Ghozland’s Orange County Office Today!
Declining hormone levels is a natural process that happens with aging, but there is no reason to suffer from declining overall well being. If you are interested in learning more about Hormone Replacement Therapy and seeing how it can help you, call the Orange County office of Dr. Ghozland today at 310-393-9359, and we will be happy to help answer any questions and get you scheduled for a consultation.
