Hormones are essential chemical messengers that regulate many critical bodily functions and processes. When hormone levels become imbalanced, it can lead to debilitating symptoms and increased risks for certain diseases. Thankfully, hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and treatment can help restore optimal hormone levels, greatly improving one's health and quality of life.
Hormones are produced by glands and released into the bloodstream, signaling to various tissues and organs to regulate metabolism, growth, sleep cycles, reproductive health, cognition, and more. Some key hormones include:
When hormones fall out of optimal ranges, numerous symptoms can manifest. Some indications of hormone deficiency include:
Low testosterone: Low libido, erectile dysfunction, reduced muscle mass, weight gain, fatigue, depression, irritability
Estrogen deficiency: Hot flashes, night sweats, vaginal dryness, irregular periods, trouble sleeping, mood changes
Progesterone deficiency: Infertility, irregular periods, anxiety, fatigue
Low thyroid function: Weight gain, tiredness, memory problems, constipation, intolerance to cold, muscle weakness
Low DHEA: Loss of stamina, reduced libido, low mood, poor immune function
Hormone tests are crucial for identifying deficiencies or excesses. Horizon Hormone Therapy specializes in advanced diagnostic testing to map a patient’s hormone levels for a fully personalized treatment approach.
Standard tests check single time-point measurements of hormones. But given natural daily fluctuations, Horizon Hormone Therapy recommends more advanced assessments when needed, such as:
Imbalances can both result from and worsen certain medical conditions, including:
Identifying all relevant conditions during medical history and exams further helps determine suitable hormone treatments.
The skillful doctors at Horizon Hormone Therapy offer customized hormone replacement therapy (HRT) to restore optimal hormone levels, greatly improving wellbeing and mitigating related health risks.
Testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) benefits men with clinically-diagnosed low testosterone (hypogonadism). Under a doctor’s supervision, TRT can:
For women undergoing natural or induced menopause, customized bioidentical hormone therapy helps relieve symptoms like hot flashes, sexual health difficulties, disrupted sleep, mood instability, and accelerated aging. Based on testing, Horizon Hormone Therapy' experts tailor regimens with compounds matching the body's hormones like progesterone, estrogen, testosterone, and/or DHEA for optimal safety and results.
Benefits include:
Every patient has unique needs and sensitivities. Horizon Hormone Therapy delves beyond the numbers into lifestyle factors, family history, genetics, symptoms, and preferences for precision care. Custom therapeutic options include:
Doctors continually track progress and tweak protocols to help patients thrive on all levels over the long term.
The starting process for hormone therapy typically involves:
Initial consultation: Review medical history, diagnostics, symptoms, and health goals to create a customized treatment plan.
Baseline labs and exams: Assess current hormone levels through bloodwork, saliva or urine testing to inform precise dosage.
Follow-up labs: Re-test hormone levels about 6 weeks after initiating therapy to ensure proper levels are achieved.
Ongoing monitoring and dosage titrations: Doctors routinely evaluate patient progress through follow-up visits and labs, adjusting prescriptions as needed over months and years for continual benefits.
Hormone therapy can help transgender individuals align their physical characteristics with their gender identity. Studies show that after a year of hormone treatment, muscle mass and fat distribution typically fall within cisgender ranges. This allows many transgender people to feel more comfortable in their bodies, though additional transition steps are still needed for some.
Clients choose Horizon Hormone Therapy for outstanding care with proven results. Benefits include:
Our clinic focuses specifically on hormone health for men and women. Doctors stay current on the latest scientific advances to incorporate into continually evolving treatment plans.
As hormone balancing requires personalized finesse, Horizon Hormone Therapy examines the complete health picture from genetics to symptoms to environment for fully customized care.
In addition to relieving deficiency symptoms, balanced hormones help maintain youthful vigor, appearance and disease resilience well into later decades.
From bioidentical hormones, peptides and IV therapies to nutrition plans, Horizon Hormone Therapy combines traditional and progressive modalities for optimal rejuvenation.
Our small clinic offers attentive doctor-patient relationships where all needs and concerns are thoroughly addressed.
