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A Beginner’s Guide to Hormone Therapy (BHRT & TRT Made Simple)
Fertility
Eileen Quinones
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5 mins read
• Jun 20, 2024
Hormone therapy can feel overwhelming at first. There’s a lot of information online—and a lot of myths.
So let’s simplify it. Whether you’re considering hormone therapy for energy, mood, libido, weight, sleep, or overall wellbeing, this beginner’s guide will help you understand exactly what to expect.
What is Hormone Therapy?
Hormone therapy restores hormone levels that have become too low, too high, or unbalanced. There are two main types:
TRT (Testosterone Replacement Therapy) – primarily for men
BHRT (Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy) – primarily for women
AgeMD specializes in personalized hormone therapy for both men and women.
Who Is Hormone Therapy For?
People experiencing: - Persistent fatigue - Weight changes - Mood swings or irritability - Sleep issues - Brain fog - Low sex drive - Hot flashes or night sweats (women) - Erectile issues or muscle loss (men).
These symptoms usually indicate hormonal imbalance.
What Happens During Hormone Therapy?
Testing
AgeMD runs comprehensive labs including: - Sex hormones - Thyroid panel - Adrenal markers - Metabolic markersPersonalized Plan
No one-size-fits-all protocols. Your plan may include: - Testosterone therapy - Estrogen/progesterone therapy - Thyroid medication - Peptides - DHEA or pregnenoloneFollow-Up Care
AgeMD monitors labs regularly to adjust dosing safely.
How Safe is Hormone Therapy?
When done with proper monitoring, hormone therapy is very safe. AgeMD follows: - Regular lab tracking - Symptom check-ins - Evidence-based dosing - Risk screening
Benefits People Commonly Experience
Better sleep
Improved mood
Higher libido
Stronger workouts
Easier weight management
Clearer thinking
Balanced emotions
Key Takeaways
Hormone therapy is safe when monitored correctly.
It improves quality of life for many people.
AgeMD personalizes every treatment plan.
Current version
Jun 20, 2024
Written by
Leah Bush (Acute Care Nurse Practitioner)
Balance your hormones
with Enclomiphene or Progesterone
Complete our quick questionnaire to identify if you qualify. (approx 3 min)
Fertility
guide
A Beginner’s Guide to Hormone Therapy (BHRT & TRT Made Simple)
Fertility
Eileen Quinones
•
5 mins read
• Jun 20, 2024
Hormone therapy can feel overwhelming at first. There’s a lot of information online—and a lot of myths.
So let’s simplify it. Whether you’re considering hormone therapy for energy, mood, libido, weight, sleep, or overall wellbeing, this beginner’s guide will help you understand exactly what to expect.
What is Hormone Therapy?
Hormone therapy restores hormone levels that have become too low, too high, or unbalanced. There are two main types:
TRT (Testosterone Replacement Therapy) – primarily for men
BHRT (Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy) – primarily for women
AgeMD specializes in personalized hormone therapy for both men and women.
Who Is Hormone Therapy For?
People experiencing: - Persistent fatigue - Weight changes - Mood swings or irritability - Sleep issues - Brain fog - Low sex drive - Hot flashes or night sweats (women) - Erectile issues or muscle loss (men).
These symptoms usually indicate hormonal imbalance.
What Happens During Hormone Therapy?
Testing
AgeMD runs comprehensive labs including: - Sex hormones - Thyroid panel - Adrenal markers - Metabolic markersPersonalized Plan
No one-size-fits-all protocols. Your plan may include: - Testosterone therapy - Estrogen/progesterone therapy - Thyroid medication - Peptides - DHEA or pregnenoloneFollow-Up Care
AgeMD monitors labs regularly to adjust dosing safely.
How Safe is Hormone Therapy?
When done with proper monitoring, hormone therapy is very safe. AgeMD follows: - Regular lab tracking - Symptom check-ins - Evidence-based dosing - Risk screening
Benefits People Commonly Experience
Better sleep
Improved mood
Higher libido
Stronger workouts
Easier weight management
Clearer thinking
Balanced emotions
Key Takeaways
Hormone therapy is safe when monitored correctly.
It improves quality of life for many people.
AgeMD personalizes every treatment plan.
Current version
Jun 20, 2024
Written by
Leah Bush (Acute Care Nurse Practitioner)
Fact checked by
Duellyn Z. Pandis, DNP, APRN, FNP-C
Balance your hormones
with Enclomiphene or Progesterone
Complete our quick questionnaire to identify if you qualify. (approx 3 min)
Balance your hormones
with Enclomiphene or Progesterone
Complete our quick questionnaire to identify if you qualify. (approx 3 min)