Low testosterone, estrogen, progesterone, DHEA, thyroid, growth hormone and other hormone levels can cause wide-ranging signs and symptoms. Being attuned to your body and moods can help identify if a hormone imbalance may be occurring.
* Decreased libido - Noticeably reduced interest in sex * Erectile dysfunction - Inability to attain or maintain an erection * Depression - Persistent sadness, anxiety, irritability * Fatigue - Feeling consistently drained of energy * Hair loss - Thinning or receding hairline * Loss of muscle mass - Despite regular weights or exercise * Increased body fat - Greater difficulty losing "belly fat" * Sleep disturbances - Difficulty falling/staying asleep
* Hot flashes * Night sweats * Vaginal dryness * Increased urinary tract infections * Loss of breast fullness - Breasts appearing "deflated" * Irritability, mood swings * Difficulty concentrating * Insomnia
* Abnormal menstrual cycles * PMS symptoms - Bloating, cramps, acne, tender breasts * Infertility - Challenge getting or staying pregnant * Miscarriages - Difficulty sustaining pregnancy * Anxiety * Sleep disruptions * Weight gain - Especially around the abdomen and hips
* Unexplained weight gain * Chronic fatigue - Despite adequate sleep * Bone loss - Higher fracture risk * Thinning skin - Easy bruising * Increased infections - Frequent colds/flu * Cognitive decline - "Brain fog", memory lapses * Atherosclerosis - Plaque buildup in arteries
Delaying treatment of hormone deficiencies can raise risks for various diseases. Hormone levels decline naturally with age, but optimal balances are vital at any stage of life. Diagnosing and addressing deficiencies promptly through hormone optimization therapy brings extensive benefits.
Hormones like testosterone, estrogen, thyroid, DHEA profoundly influence health from head to toe. Imbalances can trigger not just unpleasant symptoms, but increased susceptibility to disease.
* Heart disease - Atherosclerosis, blood pressure/lipid issues * Diabetes - Insulin resistance, poor blood sugar control * Osteoporosis - Accelerated bone mineral loss * Joint pain - Cartilage breakdown * Neurocognitive problems - Impaired memory, attention, verbal skills * Mood disorders - Depression, anxiety, irritability * Metabolic syndrome - Combination of cardiovascular risk factors
Imbalanced hormone levels commonly affect energy, strength, body composition, sex drive, sleep quality, emotional state and self-confidence. Deficiencies can severely diminish enjoyment of life.
Hormone therapy aims to restore optimal balances for improved wellbeing. Treatment is highly individualized based on lab testing, physiology and preferences.
* Testing blood levels * Identifying imbalances * Choosing appropriate hormones * Establishing effective dosing/timing * Ongoing follow-up care
* Testosterone - Boosts energy, sex drive, lean muscle * Estrogen - Relieves menopause symptoms, bone/heart health * Progesterone - Supports menstrual cycles, fertility * Thyroid (T3/T4) - Raises metabolism, aids weight loss * DHEA - Fights inflammation, fatigue, cognitive decline * Human growth hormone - Increases lean body mass, skin quality
* Injections - Intramuscular, subcutaneous * Oral medications - Capsules, liquids, sublinguals * Transdermal gels/creams - Absorbed through skin * Pellets - Inserted under the skin, release hormones steadily
* Potential side effects vary for each hormone * Monitoring through lab testing helps avoid adverse effects * Working closely with an experienced provider is recommended * Lifestyle also strongly influences wellness on therapy
With close medical supervision, hormone replacement therapy typically shows an excellent safety profile and dramatically improves symptoms and quality of life.
Along with relieving deficiency symptoms, optimized hormone levels impart extensive whole-body benefits.
* Renewed energy and stamina * Sharper cognition and memory * Alleviating pain and inflammation * Improving sleep quality and duration * Heightened libido and sexual function * Sense of vigor and wellbeing
* Supporting neurological, cardiovascular and metabolic health * Combating obesity, high cholesterol and atherosclerosis * Lowering fracture risks by improving bone integrity * Lifting mood, easing anxiety and depressive symptoms * Delaying cognitive decline and degenerative brain disease
* Promoting growth hormone formation * Increasing lean muscle mass * Losing excess body fat * Tightening, thickening skin * Growing thicker hair * Bolstering immunity
* Better physical functioning * Improved productivity * Healthier personal relationships * Higher confidence and resilience * Greater enjoyment of passions, people, projects
Balanced hormones impart benefits mentally, physically, socially - contributing vitally to an engaged, fulfilling existence.
Hormone therapy can help transgender individuals align their physical characteristics with their gender identity. While the emotional benefits are well-known, hormone therapy has also been found to provide cognitive benefits for transgender individuals, with trans women performing better on verbal memory tests after taking estrogen.
Balance Hormone Clinic specializes in state-of-the-art diagnoses, treatments and ongoing optimization for hormone imbalances. Our cutting edge Kingsland facility provides a warm, supportive environment focused on your unique needs.
* Extensive expertise in hormonal health * Latest testing capabilities * Prescribing powers - we provide medications * Holistic approach - diet, lifestyle, nutraceuticals * Ongoing progress tracking * Compassionate, dedicated staff
We seek to arm you with deeper insight into your physiology while building close provider relationships. You take an active role in tailoring your care. We handle testing, prescribing, optimizing doses, plus offer counseling to target lifestyle factors influencing hormones - sleep, stress, nutrition, movement.
Our passion is translating complex data into simplified, personalized recommendations empowering you to take charge of your health. We aim for hormone optimization allowing you to thrive each day.
Get in touch to schedule comprehensive testing and your first appointment. Our new patient process looks like:
