PSL Concierge Medicine - Bio-identical Hormone Therapy

What are Bio - Identical Hormone Therapies?

Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT), also known as hormone replacement therapy, is the replacement and optimization of male and women hormones such as testosterone, progesterone, estrogen, and estradiol as they approach andropause and menopause. Some males will experience low testosterone or low T syndrome prior to age 40 and some female will enter early menopause prior to the age of 50.

Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) also known as andropause hormone therapy is utilized to treat symptoms of Low testosterone or low T syndrome such as mood swings, irritability, loss of muscle mass, fatigue, poor concentration, decrease libido and sex drive, vaginal bleeding, and erectile dysfunction. HRT optimizes and restores testosterone levels to healthy levels in males.

Hormone replacement therapy (HRT), also known as menopausal hormone therapy, is utilized to treat vasomotor symptoms such as hot flashes, irregular periods, vaginal dryness, chills, night sweats , insomnia, mood changes,

Hormone replacement therapy (HRT), also known as menopausal hormone therapy, is utilized to treat vasomotor symptoms such as hot flashes, irregular periods, vaginal dryness, chills, night sweats, insomnia, mood changes, and weight gain in females. HRT aims to restore and optimize estradiol, estrogen, and progesterone to healthy levels in females with progestin and progestogen.

Hormone Replacement Therapy at PSL Concierge Medicine offers a list of Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapies (BHRT).  Our BHRT program offers alternate solutions to regular HRT treatment.Find out more about the benefits!  Testosterone Hormone Replacement Therapies. 
Find out whether you have low or high testosterone levels, and let Elizabeth help you with premier testosterone replacement therapy!

Menopause Hormone Treatment Therapies 

Treat different ailments with premier hormone therapy to help you relieve the ailments that may come with pre and perimenopause!

Nurse Practitioner, Elizabeth Pfrommer is a Hormone Replacement Therapy Specialist . We welcome you to Hormone Replacement Therapy at PSL Concierge Medicine Of St Lucie where Elizabeth, has been successfully treating patients with bio-identical hormone replacement therapy for over 6 years.  Our Hormone Medicine Practice and Wellness specializes in Age Management Medicine . Elizabeth provides a systemic review of your symptoms and risk factors and tailor-made customized plans for you and your needs.  Elizabeth is highly experienced and trained Hormone Replacement Specialist recognized for her holistic, diagnostic, and prognostic approach. Find out about the advanced treatment modalities that make her a hormone specialist in this field. 

Our Bio-identical Hormone Replacement Therapy at PSL Concierge Medicine Practice is the premier treatment option for St Lucie, and Martin county residents. We offer cutting-edge treatment using the latest diagnostic and screening equipment.

We make sure you go through comprehensive laboratory testing to determine your blood and hormone levels to ensure you get the best level of care you deserve.  Find out more about our treatments here!

What Tests We Offer To Determine Treatment

Below are some of the diagnostic tests we at Hormone Replacement Therapy of PSL Concierge Medicine Practice provide to chart your treatment’s best course.

Cardiac testing 
Blood testing 
Bone density testing 

Do Bioidentical Hormones Really Work?

They work for some people. You can have different results depending on your symptoms and health history. Therefore, it’s best to talk to your healthcare provider about the therapy first and what works or doesn’t work for you.

What Is The Difference Between HRT And Bioidentical Hormones?

In traditional hormone therapy, the hormones are made using synthetic ingredient created. These synthetic hormones are prepared in the lab. As they are made in the lab, they don’t have the same structure as natural hormones found in your body.  

Bioidentical hormones, or BHRT, however, are produced from yams, soy, or other natural sources. These hormones have the same structure as the natural ones. Pharmacists in compounding pharmacies design and customize these hormones based on the patient’s body type in order to relieve symptoms.

How Long Can You Stay On Bioidentical Hormones?

As a specialist with 7 years of extensive medical experience and training in the BHRT field, Nurse Practitioner Elizabeth recommends undergoing bio-identical hormone replacement therapy for seven years at maximum. Once you have achieved relie  f from the treatment, we advise you to stop the therapy. You may experience the return of your symptoms once you stop taking the custom-compounded hormones. 

Who Shouldn't Take Bioidentical Hormones?

Your healthcare provider will keep the risks and benefits in mind while prescribing Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT). Although compounded bioidentical hormones are controversial and many are not U.S. Food and Drug Administration ( FDA) approved, your healthcare provider may still consider them as a treatment option.You should avoid Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT) if you have the following conditions:

  • Breast cancer

  • Heart diseases

  • Stroke

  • Blood clotting disorders

  • Endometrial cancer

What Are The Dangers Of Bioidentical Hormones?

Some studies have shown that there are increased risks to taking hormones, whether bioidentical or synthetic. The therapy may increase the risk of blood clots, stroke, gall bladder, and cardiovascular diseases. If you’re already suffering from these, it’s better not to opt for therapy. 

You may also suffer from the following side effects from compounded bioidentical hormone

  • Weight gain

  • Mood swings

  • Blurred vision

  • Tiredness

  • Acne

  • Increased facial hair

  • Headaches

  • Breast tenderness

  • Spotting

  • Cramping

  • Bloating