Many patients seek out hormone therapy to find relief from uncomfortable signs and symptoms caused by hormone deficiencies. Both men and women can experience low testosterone, low estrogen, thyroid disorders, and other hormone imbalances. Recognizing the signs is an important first step toward diagnosis and treatment.
Common symptoms of low testosterone in both sexes may include:
Low estrogen levels in women can cause:
An underactive thyroid also leads to symptoms like:
In men, hypogonadism resulting from disorders of the testes, pituitary gland, or brain may contribute to:
If you are experiencing any symptoms or disorders related to hormone imbalances, the medical team at Harmony Hormone Clinic can provide advanced testing and cutting-edge treatment plans tailored to your needs. Reach out today to restore optimal hormonal health, wellbeing and quality of life!
Hormone therapy aims to restore healthy hormonal balances in the body through medications and lifestyle modifications. Treatment is customized based on lab testing and evaluation of each patient's unique physiology and symptoms.
At Harmony Hormone Clinic, we utilize bioidentical hormones to replenish deficient levels of critical hormones like testosterone, estrogen, progesterone and thyroid hormones. Made from plant sources, bioidentical hormones are molecularly identical to the hormones naturally produced in the human body. This makes them easier for the body to recognize and utilize effectively.
Patients choose bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (HRT) for advantages including:
Both men and women can benefit from properly administered bioidentical hormone therapy. Treatment can reduce discomfort, prevent disease, slow aging, enhance physique and restore an optimal balance for total mind/body health.
The first step toward hormone therapy (HT) is blood testing to accurately evaluate hormone levels. Harmony Hormone Clinic utilizes advanced testing to measure free and total testosterone, estrogen, progesterone, cortisol, thyroid hormones and other key markers. Testing is performed at specific times and under controlled conditions for optimal accuracy.
Based on clinical evaluation and lab results, our practitioners develop customized plans using bioidentical hormones to restore balance. Hormones may be prescribed in capsule, injectable or transdermal forms based on the patient’s needs and preferences.
Patients starting hormone replacement begin with low doses gradually increased over 2-4 weeks to reach optimal levels. Follow up testing helps ensure hormones are restored to youthful levels without excess. Those utilizing testosterone therapy may also use aromatase inhibitors or estrogen blockers to prevent unwanted side effects.
Testosterone therapy aims to restore free testosterone levels to those of a healthy 21-30 year old. This has been proven safe and effective for enhancing wellness in deficient men.
For women, the goal is to balance estrogen in proper ratios with progesterone. This can effectively reduce uncomfortable perimenopausal and menopausal symptoms while also providing cardiovascular and bone protection long term. Thyroid and other hormones are optimized as needed.
Lifestyle measures like nutrition, fitness, stress reduction and quality sleep also play key roles in hormonal health. Patients meet regularly with our practitioners to ensure continual optimization on the path to wellness. We also coordinate care with your primary doctor.
Hormone related symptoms and disorders often worsen gradually over months and years. Patients may chalk up issues like fatigue, weight gain and plummeting sex drive to “normal aging.” However, these troubling concerns are often related to overlooked hormone deficiencies.
Leaving hormone disorders like hypothyroidism, adrenal fatigue and low testosterone untreated for too long contributes to worsening disruptions in health and quality of life. Simply tolerating symptoms as unavoidable side effects of aging is NOT necessary or wise!
In both men and women, declining hormone levels left unchecked also lead to increased risks for serious medical conditions like osteoporosis, heart disease, diabetes, obesity and even certain cancers. Restoring balance promptly can help prevent these outcomes.
We emphasize the importance of early testing and diagnosis of any hormone related issues or imbalances. With treatment, most patients see notable improvement within weeks along with better lab testing markers. Supportive therapies and lifestyle measures further help to resolve symptoms faster and promote sustainable wellbeing long term.
Don’t resign yourself to live with deficiencies and dysfunction! The expert practitioners at Harmony Hormone Clinic can accurately diagnose hormone disorders and get you back on the path to optimal health quickly and effectively. Reach out today to learn more and get started!
Hormone therapy was originally developed to help manage symptoms of menopause and reduce the risk of osteoporosis in postmenopausal women. However, research later found that certain types of hormone therapy were linked to an increased risk of heart disease, stroke, and breast cancer. This led to changes in how hormone therapy is prescribed and for whom it is recommended.
Nestled on the eastern shore of the San Francisco Bay, San Leandro offers the perfect backdrop for restoring health, wellness and vitality through advanced hormone therapy. With ample sunshine 300 days per year and mild weather, residents can fully enjoy the benefits of treatment year round.
The area features over 20 parks with abundant green space, walking trails and recreational facilities to support fitness goals. Nearby Lake Chabot recreation area provides beautiful scenery for low impact activities like hiking, cycling and kayaking. The mild climate also enables comfortable outdoor exercise most months of the year.
Residents have access to high quality holistic care, integrative medicine and advanced testing via various local clinics and labs. These provide the ideal complement to Harmony Hormone Clinic’ cutting edge hormone optimization protocols. We partner with premier labs and diagnostics centers to offer patients convenient testing and monitoring during therapy.
Numerous spas, yoga studios, counseling centers and relaxation spaces foster the stress relief and self care needed for best results from treatment. Healthy, organic eateries abound to support optimal nutrition habits. With this combination of natural amenities, supportive wellness resources and Harmony Hormone Clinic’ expertise, San Leandro offers the perfect environment for restoring hormonal health from the inside out.
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Reach out to our dedicated medical team today to explore the life changing benefits of personalized care, advanced hormone testing and cutting edge hormone therapy right here in beautiful San Leandro!
While bioidentical hormone medications potently restore balance, certain lifestyle measures and mental health support profoundly enhance both short and long term results. Our practitioners provide guidance to help patients implement changes for maximum treatment benefits.
We advise maintaining a body mass index (BMI) within the healthy range of 18-25 kg/m2 for ideal metabolism and hormone functioning. Beyond medication, nutrition and regular exercise strongly influence hormones:
Cognitive behavioral approaches help patients shift mindsets for motivation and compliance with lifestyle interventions. Talk therapy provides support for any emotional issues that arise, enabling faster relief of discomfort on all levels.
With these comprehensive strategies combined, patients achieve full benefit from hormone therapy for transformative restoration of health, quality of life and freedom to embrace each day with energy and enthusiasm!
