Hormone therapy is the use of hormones to supplement low hormone levels in the body. As we age or due to medical conditions, our bodies may not produce optimal levels of key hormones like testosterone, estrogen, progesterone, etc. This can lead to unpleasant symptoms and health issues.
Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) can help alleviate symptoms of hormone deficiency and improve quality of life. HRT is customized to suit each patient's needs and hormone levels through blood tests. It can be administered through gels, injections, patches and pellets.
At Renewed Balance Clinic in Kona, we specialize in hormone therapy including testosterone replacement therapy (TRT), estrogen replacement therapy, thyroid hormone replacement and human growth hormone therapy. Our experienced endocrinologists analyze your symptoms and hormone tests to create tailored treatment plans.
We use cutting-edge bioidentical hormones that closely match your body's natural hormones. This leads to effective symptom relief with minimal side effects.
Below we explore key topics around hormone therapy:
Low hormone levels can greatly reduce quality of life. Symptoms may be vague and gradual over months/years. Some key symptoms per hormone deficiency are:
Testosterone deficiency impacts over 2 million men in America. Low testosterone or "Low T" has widespread symptoms:
Left untreated for years, low testosterone also increases risk for cardiovascular disease and death.
In menopause, women see a major drop in estrogen/progesterone levels leading to:
Perimenopause is the transition phase to menopause when hormone fluctuations cause irregular periods and early symptoms. This rollercoaster tends to exacerbate issues.
Those with hypothyroidism produce inadequate thyroid hormone leading to wide-ranging effects:
If left untreated for long, hypothyroidism can raise the risks of heart disease and cognitive decline.
The first step at our Kona hormone clinic is to test your hormone levels through blood work.
Based on your symptoms, we will customize health panels to uncover the root cause. We go beyond checking only total testosterone/estrogen to assess free and bioavailable hormone levels that are readily usable by cells and tissues.
Key hormonal indicators we analyze before tailoring your plan:
Based on the results, our physicians determine which hormones are imbalanced. They will diagnose issues like hypogonadism (low testosterone), hypothyroidism, menopause or PCOS.
We retest hormone levels regularly during treatment to ensure you are receiving the optimal dose.
Normalizing your hormones through replacement therapy can provide tremendous benefits:
Relieving unpleasant menopause, andropause or hypothyroidism symptoms improves daily functioning and wellbeing. Optimal hormones enhance motivation, energy, sex drive, sleep quality and emotional stability.
Balancing hormones greatly lowers risks for obesity, osteoporosis, heart disease, diabetes, dementia and certain cancers.
For example, testosterone therapy in deficient men improves body composition and insulin sensitivity. Estrogen therapy started early in menopause reduces heart disease by slowing plaque buildup.
Adequate hormones enable healthy aging by maintaining muscle mass, bone density, brain function and strength during mid and later life. Age-related chronic diseases and loss of independence can be avoided.
Mood disorders, fatigue and low libido from hormonal issues strain personal relationships. Restoring hormones renews relationships by reducing conflict, improving emotional intimacy and enhancing sex life.
In summary, hormone therapy can increase lifespan and maximize healthspan - the number of years spent in good health.
Hormone therapy can help transgender individuals align their physical characteristics with their gender identity. Recent research found that after a year of hormone therapy, transgender people had mental health metrics similar to or better than the general population - defying the notion that transgender identity itself leads to poor mental health.
If blood tests confirm low hormones, our physicians will develop your personalized treatment plan. There are several delivery methods to restore optimal levels:
Testosterone, estrogen and progesterone creams or gels are absorbed through the skin. Gels must dry before dressing or touching others. Skin reactions may rarely occur.
Benefits: Convenient daily application, adjustable dosing, good absorption
Where viable, taking hormone pills orally is an easy option. However, hormones may be altered by stomach acids and the liver resulting in poor bioavailability. Not ideal for testosterone therapy.
Testosterone, estrogen or thyroid hormones are injected into fat tissue or muscle using small needles. Injections every week to two weeks ensure stable hormone levels.
Benefits: Bypass liver processing hence good bioavailability. Long acting. Muscle/fat site rotations minimize reactions.
Skin patches deliver estrogen, testosterone or thyroid hormone continuously based on timed-release technology. Patches are changed twice weekly. Skin reactions and detachment are occasional issues.
Bioidentical hormone pellets are inserted under the hip skin every 3-6 months via a quick office procedure. The pellets dissolve slowly to provide steady hormone levels without spikes. A low maintenance long term option.
We thoughtfully consider your lifestyle, preferences and symptoms to recommend a suitable therapy method. The goal is keeping your hormone levels stable around optimal zones throughout each day.
For hypogonadal (low testosterone) men, we offer comprehensive testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) overseen by our experienced endocrinologists.
We carefully customize your TRT dose and delivery method to meet treatment goals while minimizing side effects. You start with lower testosterone doses that are steadily adjusted over months based on repeating lab work and symptom tracking.
Potential benefits of properly managed TRT:
Our TRT program includes:
We liaise with your primary care provider while offering ongoing care. Over 97% of our TRT patients see substantial improvements in symptoms over 3-6 months.
TRT is safe when properly done and transforms lives - let us help you!
You may be wondering - why should I choose Renewed Balance Clinic versus other hormone centers?
Here are 5 key reasons to pick us for your hormone optimization:
Our clinic focuses specifically on hormonal wellness, aging and longevity unlike traditional clinics. Our endocrinologists stay updated on cutting-edge developments in hormone science through major conferences and research publications.
We have successfully treated over 3000 patients with customized hormone therapy plans. Our physicians have over 25 years of expertise specifically in age management medicine.
We utilize advanced diagnostics going way beyond just testosterone/estrogen levels. Our panel assesses free/bioavailable hormones, estradiol polymorphisms, cortisol rhythms and genetics among many other biomarkers.
This precision testing personalizes care by uncovering genetic risks and tailoring doses to your unique needs.
Our affiliated compounding pharmacists possess special expertise in bioidentical hormone preparations. We work together to formulate customized strengths and delivery methods - gels, lozenges, nasal sprays, creams, troches, suppositories etc.
Patients appreciate the convenience of at-home delivery. We also provide high quality supplements and peptides to augment wellness.
Instead of just prescribing hormones, we dig deeper to adjust lifestyle, nutrition, stress management and physical activity for amplifying benefits. We provide ongoing troubleshooting instead of sporadic care. You get easy access to our doctors via phone, email or messaging.
Our advanced Kona wellness center offers cutting edge diagnostics and treatments backed by rigorous science and research. You undergo comprehensive health screening and planning in a welcoming environment aided by our caring staff.
We take pride in overdelivering on service standards and individual attention. Visit our clinic to experience the difference!
Hormonal disorders like hypothyroidism, growth hormone deficiency, menopause or hypogonadism (low testosterone) increase disease risks if left undiagnosed and untreated.
Symptoms are often dismissed as normal aging. However, balancing hormones early on can avoid long term damage and disability while refreshing wellbeing.
Consider testosterone deficiency - consequences of delayed treatment include:
In women, unaddressed menopausal symptoms disrupt sleep and damage cardiovascular health over time. We help navigate perimenopause and menopause transition smoothly.
Hence, we advise testing hormone levels every 3 years starting at age 35 in men and earlier for women. Diagnosing deficits early provides a longer runway for prevention and treatment.
While we accurately prescribe bioidentical hormones at Renewed Balance Clinic, certain lifestyle factors also influence wellness:
Eating a balanced, nutrient-dense diet while avoiding processed foods provides the building blocks for hormones and health. Key macronutrients like healthy fats, protein and micronutrients like zinc, magnesium etc fuel hormone reactions. We offer specialized meal plans.
Regular exercising for an hour daily maintains fitness, cardiovascular health and lean muscle mass that boosts hormone sensitivity. We suggest weight training, HIIT workouts and flexibility/balance exercises optimized to your age and interests. Check out local hiking trails, spin classes, swim clubs or yoga studios to make it social.
High uncontrolled stress from life or work triggers excess cortisol release which inhibits thyroid, testosterone and growth hormone functioning. Mastering stress through adequate rest, meditation/mindfulness, music therapy and socializing enables peak hormone signaling. Explore Kona's scenic beaches for relaxation.
Getting 7 to 9 hours of deep, uninterrupted sleep most nights supports optimal testosterone production in men and growth hormone release for repair. Block out light and create cooler bedroom temperatures for easy slumber. Catch up on weekends if needed.
Besides our hormone optimization, engage periodic health screening for cancers, heart disease, diabetes etc which become higher risks with age. Many small lifestyle tweaks based on biomarkers help prevent chronic illness. Keep your teeth and gums healthy as well to enable nutrition absorption.
We help devise a comprehensive lifestyle plan matching your needs to synergize the benefits of hormone therapy.
As you undergo hormone treatment, having access to high quality wellness resources enables optimal progress. We suggest checking out these useful health establishments in Kona tailored to your age and gender:
Get blood work and medical imaging done quickly at Kona Coast Advanced Imaging or Kona Lab Services. We electronically receive your results seamlessly without paperwork hassles. They offer mobile phlebotomy services as well.
Re-energize your workouts at top notch gyms like Bodyworks Pilates, Dolphin Quest Fitness or Hammerhead Gym which offer senior-friendly equipment, classes and trainers. The trainers can craft customized programs to suit your needs and limitations while making it social.
Following specialized diets can be tough - let Ku'okoa Meals or FitFuel Hawaii deliver tailored, delicious meals catering to your nutritional needs and tastes. It takes meal planning effort out of the picture.
Counter chronic stress through therapeutic massage at Kona Hawaiian Massage, sound bath meditation at Island Breeze Studio or acupuncture sessions at Kona Community Acupuncture. These complementary therapies accelerate healing.
Keep your pearly whites healthy as poor oral health and gum inflammation prevents nutrient absorption hampering hormone health. Kona Bright Dentistry offers advanced treatments from replacing missing teeth, smile makeovers to zirconia implants using novel techniques.
In summary, we help assemble your all-star health squad for ensuring progress round the clock even when not in clinic. Consistency compounds creating radical results over time.
Conclusion
Our goal at Renewed Balance Clinic is to enable ageless aging by balancing your estrogen, testosterone, thyroid and other key messengers using cutting edge science and precision testing.
Hormone optimization therapy helps both women and men prevent disease, renew relationships and function at their peak regardless of chronology. We offer a highly tailored approach by Kona's top anti-aging experts inside a serene facility.
If you constantly feel tired, lack motivation or have low sex drive despite adequate rest and nutrition, it may signal suboptimal hormones. Getting tested and treated early on prevents rapid aging.
We invite you for a comprehensive assessment to uncover the root causes of symptoms, risk factors and low hormones. Customized replacement therapy helps restore energy, enjoyment and passion for life's pursuits over the long run.
Choose Renewed Balance Clinic for the most advanced diagnostics, proven natural treatments, lifestyle guidance and continuous care. Call or visit us online today to schedule your evaluation and embark upon the journey towards ageless vitality!
