Hormones are chemical messengers that regulate many vital body functions. When certain hormones become deficient, people may experience unpleasant symptoms affecting quality of life. At Vital Hormones Clinic, we provide individualized care and hormone therapy to help patients restore balance and feel their best.
Imbalances often result from aging, stress, poor diet, lack of exercise, or underlying health conditions. Women commonly experience perimenopause and menopause changes. Men can develop low testosterone or thyroid problems over time. Identifying and properly treating deficits is key.
Noticeable signals like persistent fatigue, trouble sleeping, low libido, weight gain, or emotional issues may indicate a hormone problem. Having testing done to check levels is recommended for guidance on lifestyle adjustments or hormone treatments.
Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) can alleviate unpleasant signs of hormonal imbalance when levels fall too low. It involves boosting hormones like estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, or thyroid through use of bioidentical hormones, which closely match natural hormones produced in the body.
Beginning hormone therapy starts with checking hormone levels through blood tests or saliva testing. A knowledgeable clinician like our practitioners then determines if treatment is warranted based on the patient's lab results and symptoms. Customized prescriptions are provided based on one's individual hormone needs and health background.
Common replacement hormones include testosterone, estrogen, progesterone, and thyroid hormones. Delivery methods include oral tablets, sublingual drops, topical gels or creams, pellets, patches, and injectable forms based on the hormone type and patient preference for convenience and effectiveness.
Patients partake in follow-up blood tests and symptom evaluations to ensure optimal hormone balance is achieved and maintained long-term through therapy adjustments as needed. We also provide nutrition and fitness guidance for supporting natural hormone health.
Properly administered bioidentical hormone therapy offers a variety of benefits for both men and women including:
Rebalancing estrogen, progesterone, testosterone or thyroid with BHRT helps alleviate issues like hot flashes, night sweats, fatigue, low mood, anxiety, reduced muscle mass, and low interest in intimacy which impact quality of life.
Optimal hormone levels enhance alertness and endurance for daily tasks while also stabilizing moods and emotional health. Increased muscle strength, bone density, and metabolism from treatment facilitate staying active.
Balanced hormones regulate sleep/wake cycles and focus which are vital for productivity, cognitive function, immune health, and injury prevention from fatigue. Restful sleep and clear thinking are restored.
Proper estrogen and testosterone balance in both genders helps maintain lean muscle mass and metabolism for easier weight control and body fat percentage management with age.
Located conveniently in Lehigh Acres near Fort Myers, our experienced medical team has specialized in individualized hormone therapy protocols since 1999 using cutting edge testing and only high quality preparations.
We listen carefully and get to know patients as individuals first when developing customized replenishment and monitoring plans based on lab work, medical background, lifestyle and wellness goals for the best possible outcomes.
In addition to hormone therapy, we provide evidence-based advice on nutrition, supplements, stress reduction techniques, and fitness regimens aimed at supporting natural hormone health for the long run. Referrals are given to trusted wellness providers in the community like dietitians, acupuncturists or yoga instructors when appropriate.
Our experiential medical team cares deeply about patient education, involvement and satisfaction throughout every phase of treatment from initial consultations and testing to therapy initiation, maintenance, and ongoing symptom evaluations for continual optimization on a patient-by-patient basis. We are always here to listen and help patients thrive.
Hormone therapy can help transgender individuals align their physical characteristics with their gender identity. Surprisingly, research shows that after transitioning, most report improvements in quality of life, including reduced anxiety, depression and substance abuse, even though they still face discrimination in society.
If you or someone you care about has been struggling with suboptimal hormone levels, we encourage you to explore what bioidentical hormone replacement therapy can offer right here in Lehigh Acres. Reach out for a consultation today to start the journey towards seeking balance, relief, and revitalized health.
