Hormone Replacement Therapy

Hormonal imbalance can cause many challenges, making it difficult to move through your daily tasks with ease. Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) can help and is among the services offered by Meredith Greene, MSN, FNP-C, ENP-C, of Elevate Wellness Center in Forest City, North Carolina. When you’re ready to learn more about your options, call or click to schedule a telemedicine visit. 

How does hormonal imbalance develop in women?

Your body creates the hormones you need to thrive. As you age, it begins to produce lower volumes of certain hormones, creating an imbalance that causes disruptive symptoms that can also be uncomfortable. 

For most women, menopause is the leading cause of hormonal imbalance. Once you near the end of your reproductive years, your body creates less estrogen and other sex hormones. Menopause technically begins once you’ve gone a full year without a period, but for many women, symptoms begin years earlier, during the perimenopause timeframe. 

Hormonal imbalance can also develop as a result of an autoimmune condition, damage to endocrine glands, tumors, high levels of stress, or surgical removal of your ovaries. 

What are some signs I might benefit from hormone replacement therapy (HRT)?

Knowing what to look for can help you decide when it’s time to take action. Some of the changes you might notice as you encounter a hormonal imbalance include:

• Hot flashes
• Headaches
• Night sweats
• Dry skin
• Vaginal dryness
• Low sex drive
• Weight changes
• Mood swings
• Brain fog

Some women have very little trouble adapting to minor shifts during menopause. For others, numerous symptoms prevent them from enjoying daily routines. If you’re having a hard time navigating hormonal imbalance, HRT can help. 

How does hormone replacement therapy work?

Hormone replacement therapy works by supplementing your natural hormone levels with synthetic hormones. The approach has been used for generations and is backed by extensive research. 

In the hands of a trained medical professional like Meredith, hormone replacement therapy is a safe and effective way to manage the symptoms of hormonal imbalance. As always, be sure to let Meredith know about any medication or supplements you’re taking or any health conditions you’re experiencing before beginning HRT. 

You should also discuss any changes you experience during HRT, both positive and negative. Meredith can adjust your therapy to suit your specific needs and the way your body responds to treatment. 

Elevate Wellness Center also offers testosterone replacement therapy for men experiencing a hormonal imbalance. Make an appointment today by calling the friendly office staff or booking online.