Hormone therapy (HT) involves supplementing hormones that are lacking or imbalanced in the body. It can provide immense relief from unpleasant deficiency signs and help people regain health and vitality.
There are several types of hormone therapies, such as:
Estrogen therapy provides estrogen hormones to relieve menopause symptoms in women such as hot flashes, vaginal dryness, mood changes, sleep troubles etc. Estrogen helps stabilize mood, memory, heart health and bone density while reducing menopause discomfort.
Testosterone therapy (TRT) is used to treat low testosterone (low T) in men. It can relieve symptoms like low energy, reduced muscle mass, weight gain, irritability, low libido etc. Testosterone is crucial for physical and mental health in men.
Thyroid hormones regulate metabolism, heart rate, mood, and many other functions. Hypothyroidism is when the thyroid gland does not produce enough hormones, causing weight gain, fatigue, hair loss etc. Thyroid hormone therapy provides the thyroid hormones T3 and T4 to restore optimal levels.
Bioidentical hormones are identical in molecular structure to the hormones produced in the human body. Made from plant sources, these are safe and natural. Bioidentical hormone therapy (BHRT) can provide customized treatment based on each individual's hormonal balance.
There are many great reasons to choose Elite Hormone Therapy clinic in Forney for top-quality hormone replacement therapy (HRT) tailored to your unique needs:
Our clinic is headed by a highly qualified endocrinologist with specialized training in hormonal conditions. We stay updated on the latest advancements in HRT protocols to provide truly personalized treatment.
We utilize advanced diagnostic tests like blood tests, saliva tests etc. to get a comprehensive picture of your hormonal balance. This enables bespoke therapy instead of the one-size-fits-all approach.
Bioidentical HRT with plant-based hormones identical to those produced by the human body is extremely safe and effective. We offer BHRT including estrogen, testosterone etc. in formats like gels, pellets, patches, creams etc.
Alongside HRT, we also provide customized diet, exercise and lifestyle advice to help you make sustainable improvements for better therapy results and mental health.
By being located right here in Forney itself, we aim to provide exceptional HRT in a setting that is comforting and convenient for local residents to access routine care.
Fluctuating hormones can profoundly impact wellbeing. Some common causes of hormonal imbalances include:
As we get older, hormone production often naturally declines. Menopause in women and andropause in men refers to this age-related drop in sex hormones like estrogen and testosterone.
Stress causes elevated cortisol which can suppress sex hormones. Prolonged stress is a common reason for hormonal issues.
Excess fatty tissue causes more conversion of hormones like testosterone into estrogen. Obesity itself can stem from underlying hormone problems like thyroid disorders.
The extreme hormonal shifts of pregnancy followed by plunging hormones post-childbirth are a notorious cause of long-term issues like thyroid disorders.
Many conditions like autoimmune disorders, tumors, diabetes etc. disrupt endocrine glands resulting in hormonal disequilibrium.
If left unchecked, hormonal imbalances can in turn cause concerning symptoms like:
Thankfully there are excellent treatment options available nowadays through hormone therapy and replacement.
The first step is getting the right diagnostic tests to accurately evaluate your hormone levels. We offer a range of tests:
These analyze hormone markers in the blood like estradiol, testosterone etc. Blood tests can reveal many endocrine issues.
Unlike blood tests which show a one-time snapshot, saliva testing maps out hormone fluctuations through the day providing a bigger picture.
Pellets implanted under the skin continually release hormones, allowing testing of how your body responds to normalized hormone therapy over days and weeks.
Comprehensive panels testing T3, T4, thyroid antibodies etc. are crucial for assessing thyroid disorders - extremely common hormonal conditions.
Hormone therapy can help transgender individuals align their physical characteristics with their gender identity. Studies show that when started at a young age, hormone therapy allows transgender youth to experience puberty consistent with their gender identity, improving mental health outcomes. This ability to undergo puberty again is an unexpected benefit of hormone therapy.
Our endocrinology specialist will schedule follow-up diagnostic testing at intervals while initiating and regulating your HRT protocol till optimal hormonal balance and symptom relief.
We utilize bioidentical hormones which closely match natural hormones. Therapies we offer include:
Testosterone therapy is prescribed for testosterone deficiency (low T). Improving testosterone levels enhances energy, sex drive, lean muscle mass, fat loss, mood etc in men.
It can be administered as: - Injections - testosterone shots are injected into muscles - Gels - transdermal testosterone gels are absorbed through skin - Pellets - testosterone pellets implanted under skin continually release hormones
TRT requires close monitoring of hormonal levels, red blood cell production etc to personalize dosage. We provide ongoing blood testing to ensure optimized and safe treatment.
Declining estrogen is responsible for most menopause symptoms along with increased long term health risks.
Estrogen therapy options include: - Pills - oral estrogen pills - Patches - transdermal estrogen skin patches - Vaginal creams - localized vaginal tissue estrogen - Rings- small flexible vaginal estrogen inserts
Dosage can be tailored based on diagnostic blood tests. Estrogen therapy helps stabilize hormones for relieving menopausal problems.
BioTE pellets offer sustained release of bioidentical hormones - estrogen, testosterone or both as needed. The tiny pellets are implanted under the skin every few months.
Custom-blended BioTE pellets resolve hormonal decline improving endurance, body composition, brain function and vitality. This is an extremely convenient protocol.
We also offer thyroid and other hormone replacement therapies. Follow-up testing allows optimizing treatment to balance deficiency, relieve unpleasant symptoms and minimize side effects.
HRT works best alongside healthy lifestyle habits which support hormone health through improved diet, activity levels, lower stress etc.
We provide personalized wellness plans. Some general tips include:
- Reduce processed foods - Eat more whole, fiber-rich anti-inflammatory foods like vegetables, fruits, healthy fats from nuts and olive oil etc which reduce estrogen activity. - Ensure adequate micronutrients- Especially zinc, magnesium, selenium and key vitamins which aid hormone production - Manage stress - Yoga, meditation, sufficient sleep etc. to lower cortisol and balance sex hormones
- Get at least 150 minutes per week of moderate physical activity minimum to improve hormonal response and support weight management - Try walking in pretty, relaxing spaces - the historic Forney downtown area offers many such options
- Integris Laboratory Forney provides extensive wellness panels for monitoring and adjusting HRT - The new Trinity Trail System around Lake Forney offers many scenic hiking and biking paths - MetroFlex Gym's pool, classes etc. complement therapy with physical activity options
Prioritizing holistic wellness maximizes HRT effectiveness for best treatment outcomes.
Our endocrinology specialist can diagnose whether hormone imbalance is causing your symptoms, and customize optimal hormone therapy integrating cutting-edge BioTE pellets, testosterone, estrogen and other treatments alongside lifestyle guidance for prompt, effective relief and restoration of health, wellbeing and vitality.
