Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy
Our Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT) program at Wellness Center of Greater Cleveland, OH is tailored to suit your individual needs. We work with you to get your hormones balanced with real relief of symptoms. Our providers consider your specific symptoms, lab results, and health goals. Contact us at Wellness Center of Greater Cleveland or request an appointment online.
Table of Contents:
What Are Bioidentical Hormones?
Symptoms you may Experience if your Hormones are Out of Balance
The Process of our BHRT program
How much does BHRT cost in Cleveland, OH?
What Are Bioidentical Hormones?
Bioidentical hormones are derived from plant-based sources, such as Mexican wild yams, that contain a chemical called diosgenin. Compounding pharmacies can chemically convert diosgenin into synthetic bioidentical hormones, such as estradiol, progesterone, and testosterone, which are identical to the natural molecular/chemical structure of the hormones our bodies generate.
Symptoms you may Experience if your Hormones are Out of Balance
- Anxiety, depression, mood swings
- Insomnia, fatigue
- Weight gain or the inability to lose weight
- Hair loss or changes in hair texture
- Hot flashes/night sweats
- Changes in muscle tone
- Loss of skin elasticity/sagging skin
- Bone density (osteopenia, osteoporosis)
- Loss of libido, Vaginal dryness/thinning
- Memory loss
- Decline of cognitive abilities/brain fog
- Lessened ability to cope with stress
Why Is BHRT Better Than HRT?
Hundreds of evidence-based clinical studies conducted over the past 30 years have shown that bioidentical hormones are safer than synthetic hormones, such as medroxyprogesterone, which is molecularly different from our natural progesterone or its bioidentical counterpart.
Benefits of BHRT
- Improvement in sexual function, skin quality, vitality, and cognitive functioning
- Decreased risk for cardiovascular disease
- Improvement in lipid profile (cholesterol panel)
- Increased bone density (preventing osteopenia/osteoporosis)
- Treats the symptoms of menopause
- Reduced risk of Alzheimer’s disease (up to 23%)
- Reduced incidence of colon cancer
The Process of our BHRT program:
Our provider will meet with you in-person or via tele-health for an exploratory visit to review your health history, symptoms, and goals for improvement. If you are a candidate for BHRT, we will order Saliva lab tests to determine your hormones levels. The test can be done at the convenience of your home and mailed to the lab.
Once your lab results are in (usually within 10 days), we will meet with you for a consultation during which we will:
- Go over your lab results and how they correlate with your presenting symptoms
- Review your personalized treatment plan for hormone balance
- Prescribe and order your customized bioidentical hormones
Patients typically receive their specially formulated medication by mail in about 7 to 10 days and can begin treatment right away.
Ongoing monitoring is essential to ensure your treatment is effective and optimized for your needs. We will make dosage and medication adjustments, as necessary.
Why We Use a Compounding Pharmacy
How much does BHRT cost in Greater Cleveland, OH?
Initial Assessment $100
Initial Hormone Labs $255 (Add $225 for thyroid labs)
Consultation visit for lab evaluation and treatment plan $599 (not including medication cost)
Follow-up Visit Once every 3-months: $250 (excluding lab fee)
Repeat Hormonal Labs (3-6 months after start and annually thereafter): $255
When does BHRT start to work?
Patients may start to experience improvement in their symptoms in as little as 2 weeks, but, on average, it takes 6 to 8 weeks of consistent use. Depending on the individual, it may take several months to restore hormones to optimal levels.
