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What are
BioIdentical Hormones?
Bioidentical hormones are exactly
the same hormones, molecule per molecule that your
body produces. They are made in a lab but are still
considered natural to your body because they are
identical. Synthetic hormones are also made in a
lab, but most importantly are not identical to your
body. Bioidentical hormones are superior to types of
synthetic hormones commonly prescribed. BioDezyne
doctors may choose to prescribe estrogen,
progesterone, testosterone, thyroid, cortisol, DHEA,
melatonin, or growth hormone, depending on what your
symptoms are and which hormone(s) your body needs.
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Am I a
candidate for Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)?
If you have any of the following,
you may be a good Candidate for HRT. Weight Gain,
Muscle loss, Decreased Sex Drive, Tension, Mood
Changes, Irritability, Depression, Bloating, Sleep
Loss, Joint Pain, Headaches, Fatigue, Loss of
Erectile Ability, Mental Fogginess. In the average
male and female, hormones start to decline in the
mid to late twenties. The best time to start
replacing hormones is between age 35 and 40.
However, it is never too late to take back your life
and make it better. There are people in their 80’s
that have found great benefit from getting into an
HRT program.
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Does
hormone therapy work?
Yes! It is medical science at its
best. Over the years, there have been hundreds of
case studies and medical trials that provide
absolute, conclusive evidence that hormone therapy
works and has many benefits that result in better
health, energy and sexuality. It is board certified
doctors using sophisticated lab tests and treatment
protocols to produce life-altering results.
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What is involved in Hormone Replacement Therapy?
You would first make an office
visit with one of our staff to review our different
HRT options to determine which package best meets
your needs. Then you will need to complete some
paper work. Next you’ll need to get your lab work
done. Finally, once your lab work is back our doctor
will review all your information and then see you to
determine the best therapy and course of action for
you. Your HRT prescription will be sent to your home
from one of the compounding pharmacies we work with.
You’ll then be set up for a follow up visit based on
the doctor’s recommendation.
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Do I
need to get labs done?
Each person participating in our
program will have labs drawn through us and will be
evaluated by our physician to determine your bodies
specific needs. In most cases labs come back quickly
but sometimes it can take up to a week or more to
get results back. Getting labs done does not
guarantee that you’ll be placed on a hormone
replacement therapy. We want to make sure you get
the best treatment possible.
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Will
Insurance cover HRT?
We do not accept Insurance; however
we do utilize your insurance for lab studies and if
requested for your pharmaceutical. Please note that
HRT therapy may not be covered under your employers
plan with your insurance company. We recommend you
submit your receipts to your Insurance for
reimbursement. Insurance tends to cover a percentage
of office visits. We will provide you any
information you need to submit to your insurance.
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Will my FSA or
HAS cover my treatment?
Many employers offer a Flexible
Spending Account (FSA) or Health Savings Account
(HAS) to their employees. These arrangements permit
the employee to stow a portion of their pre-tax
earnings in a special account for use on
health-related expenses NOT covered by primary
health insurance. Depending on the type of FSA/HSA,
these arrangements may cover your treatment,
including medications, office visits, co-pays,
program fees, vitamins & supplements.
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How
will I get my prescriptions?
All drugs will be shipped to you for convince. We
are better able to manage your hormone levels with
precise accuracy if all medications come from the
same pharmacy. Bioidentical hormone modulation is
very different from prescribing "one-size-fits-all"
drugs like Premarin. Every treatment regimen is
custom-tailored to the individual based on the
results of blood tests, medical history, exam, and
symptoms. With compounded medications, hormone
powders are mixed with a cream or gel base or loaded
into capsules. There are many variables such as the
absorption level of the cream base and the size of
hormone particles. By standardizing with one
pharmacy (as with one diagnostic lab), we are better
able to predict a patient's response to a certain
dosage and properly adjust the dosage in response to
symptoms. If a patient obtains their hormones or
supplements elsewhere, we can never be sure exactly
what they are taking.
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What
happens if I stop the program? Will my body stop
producing hormones on its own? Will my hormone
levels decrease? Will I lose my gains?
In general, supplementation by
exogenous (external) hormones will result in
decreased endogenous (internal) production. However,
the body tends to restore hormones to pre-treatment
levels after cessation of treatment. If your own
hormone production was low before treatment, it will
most likely return to the same levels after
treatment. As a result, most of the physical changes
enabled by the program will gradually revert back to
"normal".
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What
are the possible side-effects?
Side-effects are often minimal and
manageable when restoring hormones to youthful
levels. Some patients report breast tenderness or
swollen joints when first starting bioidentical
hormone replacement therapy; these and other adverse
reactions can be remedied by reducing the dosage.
The key things is following all directions and
reporting any side effects so the doctor knows what
is going on.
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What
are the General Benefits for Men?
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What
are the General Benefits for Women?
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Helps eliminate or reduce hot
flashes
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Reduces risks of heart disease
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Accelerates fat burning for
increased weight loss
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Reduces night sweats and insomnia
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Enhances sex drive and libido
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Protects against fibrocystic
breasts
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Helps improve memory and
concentration
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Prevents vaginal thinning &
dryness
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Increases energy & reduces
depression
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Improves the skin’s elasticity
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Improves blood flow
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Guards bones from osteoporosis
and encourages bone growth
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