A woman’s hormone levels start to decline abruptly sometime after the age of 40. As hormone levels drop, a series of side effects can occur, including any of the following:
Replacing lost hormones minimizes or eliminates these side effects, helping women look and feel better as they age. Scientific research also indicates that hormone therapy may reduce the risk of serious age-related health conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, osteoporosis, and Alzheimer’s disease. Hormone therapy is extremely personalized; what works for some women may not work for you based on your medical history, health, symptoms, and personal preferences. Dr. Ahn has seen excellent results with bioidentical hormone replacement therapy. There are several options to choose from with regard to delivery systems. She will help you choose the appropriate option and will continue to monitor you regularly to assess the efficacy of treatment and ensure optimal timing and dosage.
Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) is the process of replacing lost hormones with hormones that are biologically the same in chemical structure as your body’s own hormones. Bioidentical hormones are derived from natural plant ingredients and created in a compound pharmacy to match the molecular structure of naturally occurring hormones. Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy comes in oral, topical, and pellet forms.
A physician-directed approach to transdermal estrogen delivery, offering the clinical advantages of patch-based administration, including stable hormone levels, avoidance of first-pass metabolism, and a favorable safety profile for appropriate candidates as part of a comprehensive hormone optimization plan.
Targeted hormonal and integrative support for the perimenopausal transition, addressing the fluctuating estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone levels that drive the symptoms of perimenopause and developing a personalized plan that supports this transition with clinical precision and a genuine understanding of what patients are experiencing.
Comprehensive, physician-led menopause care that goes well beyond standard hormone replacement, evaluating the full hormonal landscape, addressing the metabolic, cardiovascular, cognitive, and musculoskeletal dimensions of menopause, and developing a personalized long-term strategy for sustained health and quality of life after menopause.
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