Hormone Replacement Therapy in Akron, OH
Hormone Replacement Therapy in Akron, OH
Balanced and optimized hormone levels are essential for maintaining overall health and vitality. Hormonal imbalances can affect many aspects of life, including physical, emotional, and mental well-being. Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT) is designed to restore and regulate your hormone levels, offering a range of benefits. Balanced hormones may help strengthen bones and muscles, improve sleep quality, increase energy, and alleviate symptoms of hormonal changes like hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings, and irritability. BHRT has also been shown to support fat loss, enhance libido and sexual wellness, boost cognition, and reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression.
At ReLux Medical Spa in Akron, OH, we specialize in BHRT to help patients achieve better hormonal balance and wellness. We begin the process by meeting with a functional medicine practitioner who will listen to your health concerns and goals. During this initial visit, we’ll assess your symptoms, discuss your medical history, and order The DUTCH Complete test. This advanced diagnostic tool evaluates a wide range of hormones, including cortisol, cortisone, estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone, providing a more detailed and accurate analysis than traditional blood tests. Once your test results are ready, you’ll have a follow-up visit to discuss your hormonal health and determine if hormone therapy is the right option for you.
The DUTCH Complete Test
The DUTCH Complete test is a powerful diagnostic tool that measures hormone levels through a simple, non-invasive urine sample. It offers detailed insights into how your body produces, metabolizes, and regulates hormones. This test is a good idea for individuals experiencing symptoms or conditions that suggest hormonal imbalances, such as:
- Menstrual Cycle Irregularities: Women dealing with irregular, heavy, or painful periods or conditions like PCOS can gain valuable insights into their estrogen and progesterone levels.
- Menopause and Perimenopause: For women experiencing hot flashes, mood changes, night sweats, or sleep disturbances during perimenopause or menopause, the DUTCH test helps assess hormonal changes and guide symptom management.
- Fertility Issues: Couples facing fertility challenges can use the test to identify hormonal factors affecting conception.
- Chronic Fatigue or Stress: A detailed cortisol and cortisone rhythm analysis can address symptoms of adrenal fatigue, burnout, or chronic stress.
- Androgen Imbalances: Conditions like hirsutism (excessive hair growth in women) or low testosterone in men can be evaluated and managed effectively.
- Sleep Disorders: The test's circadian rhythm analysis helps identify cortisol imbalances that may disrupt sleep.
- Hormonal Contribution to Chronic Conditions: The DUTCH test provides a comprehensive hormonal overview for fibromyalgia, autoimmune diseases, or chronic fatigue syndrome.
- Hormone Therapy Monitoring: For individuals already on hormone therapy, the DUTCH test can monitor hormone levels to optimize treatment.
Benefits of HRT
- Improves energy levels
- Alleviates symptoms of menopause and perimenopause
- Enhances libido and sexual wellness
- Supports fat loss and weight management
- Improves mood, cognition, and mental clarity
- Helps manage symptoms of anxiety and depression
- Strengthens bones and muscles
- Improves sleep quality
- Regulates menstrual cycles and fertility
- Provides heart, bone, and brain health protection
FAQs
What are bioidentical hormones?
Bioidentical hormones are plant-derived compounds chemically identical to your body’s natural hormones. At ReLux Medical Spa, we use customized BHRT treatments tailored to each patient’s needs.
Can women receive testosterone therapy?
Yes, testosterone is not exclusive to men. It is the most abundant hormone in a woman’s life. As women age, testosterone levels decline, affecting energy, muscle mass, fat distribution, and libido. Optimizing testosterone levels through BHRT can improve heart and bone health, boost energy, aid in weight management, and enhance sexual wellness.
What are the potential side effects of hormone therapy?
Published scientific data has shown that hormone therapy provides heart, breast, bone, and brain protection. Some reported secondary effects in men include fluid retention, acne, increased hair growth, and testicular shrinkage, which is normal. Some women have reported temporary fluid retention, acne, hair growth, and vaginal spotting after getting hormone pellets.
At ReLux, we have an extensive skin health program to address any skin changes that occur while your hormones are being optimized.
How is The DUTCH test collected?
The DUTCH test uses simple urine samples, which makes it noninvasive and convenient. You can collect the samples at home, avoiding the need for multiple clinic visits. This process is particularly beneficial for needle-sensitive individuals with limited access to healthcare facilities.
Does insurance cover hormone therapy or The DUTCH test?
ReLux Medical Spa does not bill insurance companies directly. Once you’ve paid for your DUTCH test, we’ll provide a receipt you can submit to your insurance provider for reimbursement. However, we cannot guarantee coverage or handle prior authorizations. We recommend checking with your insurance provider for specific details about reimbursement.
What happens after I receive my test results?
After receiving your DUTCH test results, you’ll meet with a provider to review them in detail. Together, you’ll create a personalized BHRT plan based on your unique hormonal profile, health history, and goals. This plan may include customized hormone treatments, dietary recommendations, and lifestyle adjustments to support optimal health and balance.
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