Menopause Treatment
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Menopause is a normal biological phenomenon that marks the permanent end of a woman’s menstrual cycle. It is caused by a natural reduction of hormones like estrogen and progesterone which can create uncomfortable symptoms like hot flashes, difficulty sleeping, abdominal pain and cramping, migraines, brain fog, night sweats, depression, and anxiety.
Menopause is normally diagnosed retroactively as more symptoms develop while the patient ages. Fortunately, there are treatment options like Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT) to treat the symptoms and alleviate the patient’s pain and discomfort. Hormone therapies have been shown to significantly decrease the frequency and severity of the symptoms associated with menopause. (1)
“Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy is an excellent treatment for women disrupted by the symptoms of perimenopause or menopause.”
-Dr. Shapiro
If menopause symptoms have led to a decrease in your quality of life, then it is time to make a change. Schedule a consultation with anti-aging specialist, Dr. Jason Shapiro, or call TribecaMed at (305) 763-8832 and explore your treatment options today.
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About Menopause
Menopause is a major changing point in many women’s lives. The cessation of menstrual cycles can mark an end to monthly discomfort, but menopause itself can cause mood swings, depressive states, intense anxiety, anger, loss of focus, and more. (1) Many women also report serious sleep issues like decreased quality and length of sleep, restless legs, night sweats, and hot flashes.
This condition commonly affects women between the ages of 45 and 56, but early onset menopause in patients around 40 years old has been seen. Age-related ovarian failure is often the initial cause of menopause. Women are born with all of the eggs they will ovulate in their lives, and hormonal shifts and menopausal symptoms arise as this supply begins to dwindle. Women will begin to see irregular menstrual cycles and experience the related symptoms much more intensely. (1) Menopause can also be precipitated and complicated by medications, surgical procedures, lifestyle, and diet changes.
By addressing these issues through BHRT, women can enhance their lives and improve their well-being. This treatment does not simply provide temporary relief; it aims to stabilize hormone levels and alleviate multiple concerns associated with menopause. With personalized BHRT treatment plans developed by Dr. Shapiro following individual biological markers and lifestyle factors, BHRT can maximize effectiveness and comfort throughout the process.
What is BHRT?
BHRT is a personalized treatment available to women that utilizes hormones that are biologically identical to those that the human body produces naturally. These hormones, derived from plants, are designed to address specific symptoms related to hormonal imbalances encountered during perimenopause or menopause. A key focus of BHRT is on personalized therapies that respond directly to an individual’s unique hormonal needs.
Understanding your body’s hormonal balance is essential for achieving whole-body health. Many patients report improved mood, higher energy levels, enhanced sexual function, and better aged-related vitality following BHRT.
An effective and popular BHRT treatment offered by Dr. Shapiro is pellet-based BHRT. Pellet therapy provides female patients with a safe, convenient, and stable release of bioidentical hormones for 3-4 months. Schedule your consultation today to find out more.
Benefits of BHRT
Menopause can completely change and complicate your day-to-day life, so treating symptoms and alleviating the overall condition can be life-changing. With BHRT treatment, you can experience:
- Better Sleep: Reducing night sweats, anxiety, stressful dreams, and restless legs means you will sleep longer, better, and harder, helping you return to a more well-rested state.
- Increased Comfort: The discomforts associated with menopause and its symptoms such as hot flashes will be reduced as your hormone levels stabilize.
- Stabilized Mood: Hormonal balancing means mood swings, irritability, depression, anxiety, frustration, and anger will be less frequent, helping you remain happy and balanced.
- Improved Energy Levels: Patients frequently note an increase in their overall energy and vitality.
- Cognitive Clarity: Hormonal balance can lead to sharper thinking processes and better memory retention.
- Increased Sexual Health: Hormone shifts can significantly alter your libido and alter vaginal functioning, so regulating this means you can enjoy sex the way you normally do.
Why Choose Pellet Therapy?
The focus of BHRT is to increase one’s overall quality of life while harnessing a superior, body-compatible hormonal foundation. Unlike daily creams or weekly injections, pellet therapy provides a sustained release of hormones over several months. This steady and consistent delivery of hormones avoids the peaks and valleys associated with other forms of hormone delivery (for example, creams or injections). If you want to reap these benefits for yourself and eliminate your symptoms, schedule a free consultation with Dr. Shapiro and start planning your treatment.
Candidates
Candidacy for BHRT can vary from patient to patient as it is heavily dependent on their medical history. Ideal candidates are patients between the ages of 40-60 who are in good overall health, do not smoke or drink excessively, and have moderate to severe menopausal complications. BHRT is not recommended for patients with blood clotting complications, heart diseases, cancers, have had strokes, or have allergies to the required medications. (2) Schedule a consultation with Dr. Shapiro to learn about your available options.
Personal Consultation
Menopause affects patients in vastly different ways, so there is no step-by-step playbook to treat your symptoms and condition. A personal consultation with Dr. Shapiro at TribecaMed is the pivotal initial step in the BHRT process.
During this appointment:
- Comprehensive hormone testing and blood work will evaluate current hormone levels.
- Your medical history will be reviewed for both past issues and ongoing concerns.
- Symptoms will be discussed in detail, allowing Dr. Shapiro to make informed recommendations.
This evaluation assists in determining the most appropriate treatment options customized to suit your needs. Every patient’s experience is different; hence tailored advice and individualized care take priority.
Schedule a consultation online or call (305) 763-8832 with any questions you may have.
Procedure
The pellet insertion procedure is straightforward and can be performed in a clinical setting:
- Anesthesia: Local anesthesia is administered to minimize discomfort and ensure a PAIN-FREE experience during the insertion procedure.
- Incision: A small incision, generally less than 1 centimeter, is made in the intergluteal buttock cleft, the upper buttock area, or lower abdomen.
- Pellet Insertion: Using a specialized tool called a cannula, the pellets are inserted into the fatty tissue just below the skin. Depending on individual needs, multiple pellets may be placed during one session.
- Closure: The incision site is so small that it requires closure with adhesive strips and a small bandage only. There is no need for a suture.
Overall, the entire procedure takes approximately 20 minutes and most patients are able to resume routine activities shortly thereafter. Patients will have scheduled follow-ups to monitor hormone levels and assess symptom relief over the course of treatment.
Recovery and Results
Hormonal shifts can alter many of your body’s functions. You may notice a change in your weight, appetite, energy levels, mood, and more. Dr. Shapiro recommends closely monitoring your body and feelings during the first few weeks of treatment.
You will begin to feel the benefits of the pellet therapy within 8-14 days of your pellet insertion. It may take up to three months for bioidentical hormones to reach their full effect in some patients. (2) Results will depend on your medical history, metabolism, physical activity, and treatment plan, but most patients experience some level of relief shortly after beginning their therapy.
Peptide Therapy
Peptides are small chains of amino acids that serve as the building blocks of proteins and play vital roles in various physiological processes. Peptides can directly influence the endocrine system, which manages hormone production and regulation in the body. By leveraging these natural substances, peptide therapy promotes overall health in a safe and effective manner. Dr. Shapiro offers the following peptides:
- Sermorelin Acetate
- Semaglutide
- Tirzepatide
- NAD+
- Glutathione
- GAC (Glutamine, Arginine, Carnitine)
- Oxytocin
Cost of Menopause Treatment in Miami Beach
Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy regimens are different for each patient. The best way to get an accurate estimate of the cost of your treatment is to call TribecaMed at (305) 763-8832 or to schedule a consultation with Dr. Shapiro to receive his medical recommendations.
FAQ
What is hormone pellet therapy?
Hormone pellet therapy utilizes tiny pellets about the size of a grain of rice that release hormones directly into the bloodstream over time. The bioidentical hormones used in this therapy are derived from natural plant sources, and engineered to have the same chemical structure as the hormones your body creates.
Are bioidentical hormones only for menopause?
While BHRT is frequently associated with menopause, it can also cater to other hormone imbalance-related issues in men and women across different times of life.
Are BHRT treatments safe?
Bioidentical hormone replacement therapies have shown their success and their side effects are negligible if given the correct dosing. For this reason, they are a low-risk option for patients who are good candidates.
How do bioidentical hormones work?
Bioidentical hormones work the same way your body’s natural hormones do. The only difference is that these are created from plants.
How long does recovery take after BHRT?
Recovery from hormone replacement therapy is generally straightforward since it involves no surgery. Noting improvements in menopause-related symptoms may take time, ranging from a few weeks to a few months, depending on tolerance to the therapy.
References
- Peacock K, Ketvertis KM. Menopause. NIH. Published August 11, 2022. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK507826/
- Bioidentical hormones: Therapy, uses, safety & side effects. Cleveland Clinic. Published April 15, 2022. https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/treatments/15660-bioidentical-hormones