Hormone Therapy in Kenmore

The clearest sign that you are a candidate for hormone therapy is that your hormone levels are not optimized. That is something we have to test to verify.

Common symptoms of hormone imbalance are:

• Menstrual irregularities (heavy, late, missed)
• Mood swings
• Hot flashes and night sweats
• Unexplained weight changes
• Fatigue and sleep issues
• Skin changes like acne
• Digestive issues
• Reduced libido and/or sexual dysfunction
• And more

As you can see, there are a lot of different types of symptoms that might suggest hormone issues.

Beyond that, there are multiple situations where someone might consider hormone therapy. Of course, the most frequent patients I see for hormone therapy are menopausal women navigating the end of menstruation.

However, there are plenty of other reasons patients might consider hormone therapy in Kenmore:

• PCOS
• Endometriosis
• Heavy periods
• PMS/PMDD
• Gender transitions
• Hormone sensitive cancers
• Delayed puberty

The thing about your hormones is that they control so many of your bodily functions, so there are countless reasons hormone therapy might be helpful. If you’re wondering if you need hormone therapy, it’s important to make an appointment with a GYN. We can talk about your symptoms, test your hormone levels, and discuss possible solutions.

Your experience will be as unique as you are. There are several methods we can consider for your hormone therapy in Kenmore.

Before getting started, you will meet with me for your initial consultation. We’ll go over your symptoms, your medical history, and your goals for treatment. I’ll likely order lab work to officially test your hormone levels. This helps determine the dosage and what hormones included in your therapy.

Based on your condition and needs, I will create a tailored plan for leveling you out (hormonally speaking).

Depending on your preferences and needs, your therapy will be administered through patches, pellets, pills, or injections.

As you begin your therapy, we will talk about how to monitor your symptoms so you know if you are making progress. We’ll also schedule regular follow-up appointments to reassess your hormone levels.

This depends on your specific situation. If we are managing a chronic condition or a gender transition, it’s likely you’ll be on hormones for the long term. For those navigating menopause or delayed puberty, you will likely only need to be on hormones for a short time.

Most menopausal women are only on hormone therapy for 2 to 5 years, or until they reach the post-menopause stage.