Optimal Wellness MD

What are bioidentical hormones? They are natural hormones, identical to those normally produced in your own body. Examples are the estrogens: estrone, estradiol, estriol, testosterone, progesterone, the thyroid hormones: T2, T3, and T4, the adrenal hormones: DHEA, Cortisol, and Aldosterone, Growth Hormone, Insulin, and many, many others. Bioidentical hormones stand in contrast to synthetic hormones such as Premarin, PremPro, Methyltestosterone, Progestins, bodybuilding steroids, and various birth control pills. Synthetic hormones often carry significant adverse effects such as increased risks for cancer and blood clots while bioidenticals, when used at the proper doses, via the correct route, and in the correct combinations, are generally safe and beneficial to the human body. Of course, every patient is unique and their regimen must take into account their medical history. Hormone Level Testing a Comprehensive Approach to Hormone Replacement Therapy: Dr. Kaye uses the most advanced tests available to monitor hormone levels; these include saliva tests, blood tests, and urine tests. In addition, he can check genetic variations and detoxification pathways to make sure you are using your hormones correctly. Hormones do not work in a vacuum; you must use proper nutrition, exercise, and diet when administering hormones to achieve optimal results. For this reason, all of Dr. Kaye's patients receive a nutritional, fitness, and diet regimen to follow while on BHRT. Monitoring for any medical issues that may relate to BHRT is done by following saliva, serum, PSA and prostate exams in men and mammograms, thermograms, bone density, breast exams, saliva, serum, and urinary metabolite testing in women. Who can benefit from BHRT? women and men who are experiencing symptoms resulting from a deficiency or imbalance in hormone levels can benefit greatly from BHRT treatment for a wide variety of symptoms. In women, symptoms include: - insomnia - anxiety - palpitations - PMS - heavy menstrual cycles In men, symptoms of hormone deficiency or imbalance may include: - lack of libido - weight gain that won't reverse with a diet - erectile dysfunction - loss of muscle mass - reduced exercise tolerance - poor circulation