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Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) for women addresses symptoms of menopause, perimenopause, and hormone imbalances.

St. Louis Menopause Specialist

Bryan Warner, M.D. specializes in treating declining and imbalanced hormones, which can significantly affect the physical and emotional well-being of women experiencing aging, menopause, perimenopause, thyroid, and endocrine conditions.

BHRT for Symptom Relief

Bioidentical hormones can be administered in various forms based on patient preferences, including creams, gels, implanted pellets, injections, patches, and pills.

These therapies offer a healthy, natural treatment for menopausal distress, leading to dramatic improvements in quality of life.

Symptoms of Menopause and Perimenopause

  • Weight Gain

    Hormone imbalance can lead to weight gain despite a healthy lifestyle. BHRT stabilizes metabolic function and boosts energy, preventing hormonal weight gain.

  • Fatigue

    Hormonal imbalances can cause debilitating fatigue. Balancing hormones replenishes energy and zest for life.

  • Insomnia

    Difficulty sleeping often accompanies hot flashes and mood swings. BHRT restores optimal hormone levels, improving sleep patterns.

  • Mood Swings

    Hormonal imbalances may cause mood instability. Achieving hormonal stability improves emotional control.

  • Low Libido

    Menopause-related hormone declines often reduce libido. BHRT can restore libido and enhance quality of life.

  • Vaginal Dryiness

    Falling estrogen levels can cause vaginal dryness. BHRT boosts estrogen, improving vitality and sexual wellness.

  • Depression

    Hormonal fluctuations can lead to depression. BHRT stabilizes hormones, eliminating depression naturally.

  • Hot Flashes

    Sudden heat and discomfort from hot flashes can be addressed by boosting estrogen levels through hormone therapy.

  • Memory Loss

    Aging can affect memory retention. Rebalancing hormones can restore confidence and mental clarity.

  • Uterine Fibrosis

    Imbalanced estrogen and progesterone levels can cause fibroids. BHRT alleviates symptoms and reduces growths.

  • Endometriosis

    Abnormal tissue growth causes menstrual pain and bleeding. BHRT and nutrition plans improve symptoms.

  • Premenstrual Symptoms

    Hormone fluctuations can cause distressing symptoms. BHRT regulates fluctuations, providing consistency.

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    Benefits of Bioidentical Hormones

    Bioidentical hormones match natural hormones, minimizing side effects. Derived from natural sources, they are chemically identical to human hormones, unlike synthetic hormones with added chemical components.
    Better Sleep: Balanced hormones support healthy sleep cycles, improving overall well-being.Weight Loss: BHRT can facilitate weight loss by providing bioidentical estrogen. Improved Moods: Balancing hormones enhances brain chemistry, restoring emotional stability.Increased Libido: Restored hormone levels reignite libido, improving intimate relationships.

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    Treating Menopause and Perimenopause with BHRT

    Bioidentical hormones, derived from soy and yams, are chemically identical to natural hormones, unlike synthetic hormones with unnatural components that can cause side effects.
    Bioidentical Hormones for Menopausal Symptoms
    Estrone: Helps with belly fat accumulation. Estriol: Addresses dry skin and urinary tract infections. Estradiol: Alleviates major menopausal symptoms. Progesterone: Prevents heavy, irregular bleeding post-childbearing years.Testosterone: Affects energy, sexual desire, and muscle tone. Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA): Balances DHEA, combating depression, obesity, and osteoporosis.