Menopause/ HRT FAQ's

The journey from perimenopause to menopause brings various symptoms due to changes in hormones like estrogen and progesterone. Hormone replacement therapies can help by stabilizing these hormones and reducing symptoms like:

1. Hot flashes
2. Pain during intimacy
3. Irregular menstrual bleeding
4. Vaginal dryness
5. Mood swings
6. Fatigue
7. Sleep problems
8. Difficulty concentrating
9. Joint pain

At North Scottsdale Women’s Care, we offer tailored hormone solutions, including sublingual lozenges, patches, creams, and low-dose birth control pills to address hormone-related issues.

Being in good health and free from smoking can make you a great candidate for hormone replacement therapy (HRT). On the flip side, those with a medical background of hormone-driven cancers, clotting disorders, prior strokes, or heart attacks might be advised against HRT. At North Scottsdale Women’s Care, we will take a thorough review of your health record and present symptoms to guide you on whether hormone therapy is right for you.

1. Bio-identical hormones, sourced from natural plants and crafted in laboratories, resonate with the body's natural hormone production both molecularly and chemically. Choosing bioidentical hormones for managing perimenopausal and menopausal symptoms provides several benefits such as:

• Boosting your sex drive
• Minimizing hot flashes
• Helping you sleep better
• Clarity in your thinking
• Less fatigue
  These bio-identical hormones can be consumed or applied in multiple ways including patches, sublingual troches, creams, gels, and oral doses. Getting the right dosage is pivotal for best therapeutic outcomes. Finding the perfect mix of hormone therapies might need a few trials to hit the desired effect.

Hormone replacement therapies can help with menopause symptoms but have potential risks, including:

1. Higher stroke risk
2. Increased heart attack risk
3. Greater blood clot risk
4. Elevated breast cancer risk

At North Scottsdale Women’s Care, we assess how long you should use these therapies to manage menopause symptoms effectively. Our regular check-ups catch any problems early and keep your hormone levels balanced. To learn more about bio-identical hormone therapies, book an appointment online or by phone.