If you're taking BHRT for at least a month, expect to feel happier, have more energy, and your sleep will improve both in quality and quantity. If you're taking BHRT for at least a month, expect to feel happier, have more energy, sleep better both in quality and quantity, reduce hot flashes, and improve libido. Bioidentical hormones are processed hormones designed to mimic the hormones produced by glands in the body. Taking bioidentical hormones can help people who have symptoms of low or unbalanced levels of hormones.
This is often the case for people who have symptoms of perimenopause or menopause. Call your healthcare provider if you have any negative side effects after receiving a dose of hormones. If you have a side effect that you can't control or that doesn't go away in a short time, your hormone level may be too high. Talk to your healthcare provider before hormone treatment to learn what to expect. All types of hormone therapy have risks.
It's best to start with a minimum amount that proves effective and wait for a period of adjustment. Your doctor may modify the dose if you have any negative side effects. Once your treatment plan is established, BHRT can be administered using different methods, such as creams, gels, injections or pills, depending on your preferences and whatever we determine best fits your style of life. During therapy, we will schedule follow-up visits to track your progress, adjust doses, and ensure that the plan remains effective and comfortable.
As the effects of BHRT develop gradually, at first you can expect subtle improvements in energy, mood or libido, although the benefits are usually more pronounced after a few months of consistent treatment. When you start using hormone replacement therapy, you may have a period of adjustment until we find the right dose for you. This may mean that your symptoms come and go for a while, or that you even start to have slight blemishes. This is normal and we will work with you until we find the right dose.
While the effects of BHRT may vary from person to person, there is a general schedule that most patients can expect. Let us help you understand what you can expect after starting bioidentical hormone replacement therapy. After starting hormone therapy, you may have more energy and feel less tired throughout the day, which can be very beneficial if you've been struggling with fatigue for a long time.
