Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) can provide tremendous benefits for both men and women suffering from age-related or other hormone deficiencies. Revive Hormone Clinic has extensive experience helping patients optimize their health, vitality and quality of life through customized bioidentical hormone treatment plans. Read on to learn more about how BHRT works and why it may be right for you.
Bioidentical hormones are identical in molecular structure to the hormones naturally produced in the human body. At Revive Hormone Clinic, we use pharmacy-compounded bioidentical hormones tailored to match each patient's individual hormonal needs. Common bioidentical hormones include:
Bioidentical hormone therapy is superior to traditional synthetic hormone replacement because bioidenticals act the same way in the body as your innate hormones. They fit properly into hormonal receptors and metabolize correctly, markedly reducing the risk of side effects. For this reason, most patients report feeling more like themselves on bioidentical hormones - it's a rebalancing rather than an artificial override.
Both men and women can benefit from bioidentical hormone replacement to help alleviate uncomfortable signs and symptoms of hormonal imbalance, including:
- Hot flashes - Night sweats - Vaginal dryness - Irregular periods - Loss of libido - Weight gain - Sleep disturbances - Mood changes like anxiety and irritability
- Fatigue - Loss of muscle mass - Increased body fat - Mood changes like irritability and depression - Erectile dysfunction - Loss of motivation
Bioidentical hormone deficiency becomes increasingly common for both genders beginning in the 30s and 40s as natural hormone production declines with age. However, symptoms can occur at any age due to medical conditions, menopause or other individual factors.
Proper hormone balance is essential for sustaining health, quality of life and longevity. When hormones decline or become imbalanced, you may develop distressing signs like those listed above, lose resilience against illness and disease, and literally begin to age faster.
The first step in bioidentical hormone replacement is determining if hormone imbalance or deficiency is indeed the culprit behind your symptoms.
Revive Hormone Clinic uses cutting-edge diagnostic testing to pinpoint specific hormone levels, evaluate metabolic function and analyze nutritional status. Initial assessments typically include:
- Estrogen - Progesterone - Testosterone - TSH - DHEA - Pregnenolone - Fasting insulin - HbA1c - Lipid panel - Complete blood count - Vitamin D - Vitamin B12 - Iron/ferritin
- Free cortisol (4 samples throughout the day) - DHEA - Estradiol, estrone, estriol - Progesterone - Testosterone
- Comprehensive symptoms questionnaire - Discussion of medical history - Evaluation of risk factors - Physical exam
This comprehensive analysis provides extensive data to determine if hormone imbalance or deficiency is present.
"I spent years feeling progressively worse despite trying everything. Finally getting properly tested and starting bioidentical hormones gave me my life back. I'm in my 50s but feel 30 again!"
Once testing is complete, our clinicians analyze the results to identify specific deficiencies, imbalances and dysfunction. This enables developing a customized treatment plan to restore harmony and optimal levels.
Every bioidentical hormone therapy protocol from Revive Hormone Clinic is uniquely tailored to fit the patient's specific needs and goals.
After thoroughly evaluating diagnostic testing, our practitioners work one-on-one with each patient to formulate an integrated plan including bioidentical hormone replacement combined with nutrition and lifestyle modifications for amplified benefits.
Revive Hormone Clinic offers multiple methods for bioidentical hormone administration:
The optimal delivery method depends on the patient's hormone levels, symptom severity, lifestyle factors, treatment goals and clinician recommendation.
Creams and gels allow flexibility in adjusting doses while injections and pellets enable longer-acting coverage. Oral capsules and sublingual drops provide ease of use. Pellet implants placed under the skin sustain consistent long-term release without the need for daily administration.
"I was so frustrated trying to keep up with the creams but hated needles. The pellet implants give me steady hormones for months with nothing to remember!"
Follow-up blood and saliva testing occurs periodically throughout treatment to ensure hormone levels are optimizing and symptoms resolving without over-replacement. When necessary, the practitioner modifies the treatment plan by:
Ongoing fine-tuning enables continually balancing the body's innate hormone symphony. Like an instrument falling out of tune over time, we drift into disharmony - BHRT brings us back into alignment.
Bioidentical hormones derived from plants can provide an alternative to synthetic hormone therapy with potentially fewer side effects. However, more research is still needed to fully understand their long-term safety and efficacy compared to conventional hormone therapy.
While bioidentical hormone treatment provides enormous and often rapid benefits, integrative support amplifies improvements by addressing the root causes of imbalance including diet, lifestyle, environment and stress.
Revive Hormone Clinicians offer personalized nutritional guidance including:
Vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and other supplements complement dietary improvements.
Lifestyle adjustments like improved sleep hygiene, regular exercise, stress reduction techniques and mini-fasting further catalyze treatment gains:
Cultivating healthy lifestyle habits optimizes hormone function and effective utilization.
The greater Bolingbrook area offers abundant resources to help patients healing from hormone imbalance including:
Fitness & Outdoor Activities - Pelican Harbor Aquatic Park - Beach Park - Paradise Bay Water Park - Bolingbrook Golf Club - Hidden Lakes Trout Farm
Healthy Dining - Greenhouse Café - Native Foods - MAX's Market
Wellness & Education - Promenade Health & Wellness Center - Bolingbrook Public Library
Revive Hormone Clinicians provide referrals to complementary healthcare providers including nutritionists, personal trainers and mental health counselors. We also educate on optimal times of year for initiating treatment given Bolingbrook's seasonal climate.
What sets Revive Hormone Clinic apart is our steadfast commitment to uncovering the distinct roots behind each individual's hormone dysfunction rather than taking a one-size-fits-all approach.
We spend extensive time listening to patients, understanding their unique needs and aspirations, asking probing questions and seeking clues in diagnostic results - all to achieve accurate diagnosis and tailored protocols for the best possible outcomes.
Ongoing fine-tuning and open communication ensure continual optimization. No concern is too small - we invite patients to connect whenever needs arise.
Revive Hormone Clinic bioidentical hormone therapy protocols always target balance over aggressive replacement. The ultimate goal is helping patients look good, feel good and function optimally for increased healthspan adding life to years instead of just years to life.
"My energy and outlook improved more every month. Now in my 60s, I can hike vigorously with grandkids and feel terrific. I tell everyone about Revive Hormone Clinic!"
While hype abounds over anti-aging quick fixes, genuine hormone harmony delivers true prevention and vitality - the means for functioning optimally across the lifespan. Through precision balancing facilitated by expert clinicians, customized bioidentical hormones and integrated complementary care, Revive Hormone Clinic successfully helps patients resolve deficiency and enjoy steadfast wellbeing.
We invite you to meet with one of our practitioners to determine if bioidentical hormone replacement is suited to your needs. Discover why Revive Hormone Clinic sets the gold standard for safety, efficacy, integrity and results.
