FAQs About Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)

A hormonal imbalance can impact your overall health in many ways, and because of the way hormones fluctuate with age, these changes are usually unavoidable. There are just as ways to treat many of these changes, but for some hormone replacement therapy (HRT) may be an option, and you can learn about it below or by reaching out to Dr. Curt Birchall at The Fountain Clinic in Rocky River, OH.

What Are Hormones?

Hormones play a crucial role in how your body functions, they are the body's messengers sending signals throughout that promote all manner of functions. They play a role in development, growth, sexual function, reproduction, mood, and many other aspects.

But with age, the body can become less effective at producing some of these hormones which can result in an unhealthy balance.

What Is HRT?

Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is a specialized treatment that uses hormones that are identical on a molecular level to the ones naturally produced by your body. The aim of the treatment is to supplement your low hormone levels and restore balance which can result in many health benefits.

Who Is the Treatment For?

Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) can benefit both men and women who struggle with the effects of hormonal imbalance. Menopause and the changes it brings are one of the most common reasons women seek out HRT, but there are also benefits for men who seek higher energy levels, better sex drive, and increased muscle mass and tone, among many other benefits.

What to Expect?

It begins with a consultation where Dr. Birchall can explain how HRT works and its benefits, and it's also a time for you to ask questions and discuss your expectations.

The next step is a hormone evaluation lab panel that allows your doctor to know if HRT is going to be the treatment that's right for your individual needs. A thorough physical examination follows, and only after these tests will your doctor prescribe HRT to make sure that you are a candidate for the treatment.

Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) in Rocky River, OH

If you are interested in hormone replacement therapy (HRT), you can schedule a consultation with Dr. Birchall of The Fountain Clinic in Rocky River, OH, by dialing (216) 503-8517.