Aging is directly related to the decline of hormonal levels. The changes are both physical and mental, and include:
In the Skin: thinning, loss of volume, loss of elasticity, loss of collagen
In the Body: changes in fat placement; weakening of the bones; weakening of muscles, overall increase in body fat, insulin resistance, increased susceptibility to heart disease, diabetes, and cancer
In the Mind: altered mood, reduction in concentration, sleep, and sex drive
With men, these changes can be much more gradual than with women, so the problem is often unrecognized, but can start as early as the late 30's or early 40's. Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement can reduce the severity and slow the speed of these changes, improving a sense of well-being, mood, energy, and sex drive.
However, it is important to first determine whether hormone replacement is appropriate for the individual.
The usual protocol for starting on Bio-identical Hormone Therapy is as follows:
1. You will begin with a combination of saliva testing and blood testing to determine your current hormone levels. Apart from the "sex hormones", The Oasis Skin Institute has found it imperative to also test adrenal and thyroid function. (See his article explaining the relationship between these three functions.)
2. We will provide you with an in-depth questionnaire which will outline the symptoms you are experiencing, any past medical history which may be contributing to these symptoms, as well as relevant lifestyle factors. At this time you will also have a body composition assessment.
3. Your test results are returned to us within a few weeks, at which point Oasis Skin Institute will have a thorough discussion with you regarding the results, as well as your history and symptoms. He will make recommendations and in most cases give a prescription for bio-identical hormones. He may also suggest natural supplements and lifestyle modifications.
Balanced specifically to individual need
Individual saliva and blood analysis
Frequent monitoring of individual hormone levels reduces the possibility of over-dosage of any one hormone, and allows for the most favorable results.
As always at The Oasis Skin Institute, a full medical assessment is done, to determine if you are a candidate for hormone therapy, based on your personal medical history and family history.
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