We all experience changes as we move through middle age and beyond. Many of those changes, for women and men, stem from a natural decline in hormone production.
Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (HRT) can help, and it’s one of many services available from Luis Wilmot Jr., MPAS, PA-C, at Bio-X Weight Loss Center in Round Rock and Austin, Texas.
Here are some experiences that could make you a great candidate for HRT.
As natural estrogen and testosterone production declines, men and women experience changes in their sex drive and how their bodies function during intimacy.
Both sexes often report a gradual decline in their interest in sex. Many people are surprised when they realize it’s been weeks (or seven months) since they had sex with their partner.
While there are a multitude of ways to connect, a healthy sex life can be a fulfilling part of health and wellness for men and women. If you notice that physical connection hasn’t been on your mind lately and you want to change that, HRT can help.
There’s also the physical aspects of sex to consider. Hormonal imbalance can lead to vaginal dryness and atrophy in a woman’s vaginal walls, which can make sex uncomfortable or even painful.
For men, erectile dysfunction is a common sign of hormonal imbalance. HRT can improve all of these conditions and boost natural sex drive.
With age, any change in cognitive function can be stressful. After all, the fear of cognitive problems linked to Alzheimer’s disease or dementia is top of mind for many. These are devastating conditions, and a specialist should assess serious lapses in cognitive function.
What isn’t as well known is how hormonal imbalance can lead to brain fog. This form of cognitive decline might cause you to walk into a room and forget why you’re there. It could mean struggling to stay on task during projects at work or around the house.
Brain fog can be stressful, preventing you from getting things done that are important to you. If hormonal imbalance is causing your symptoms, HRT can help you get back on track relatively quickly. That can bring great relief for anyone worried about the cause of cognitive shifts.
Gradual weight gain (and difficulty with weight loss) is one of the most common complaints among men and women with hormonal imbalance. It’s frustrating to see your weight climb when you haven’t changed much in the way of your diet and exercise routines.
Declining hormone production levels are often to blame for stubborn weight gain. Restoring optimal balance makes it easier to manage your weight and maintain weight loss results.
Carrying extra weight increases your risk of many chronic health conditions, so it’s important to stay on top of your weight as you age and take steps to improve and support your metabolism. HRT can help you achieve those goals.
If you’re interested in exploring bioidentical hormone replacement therapy in more detail, we invite you to visit us here at Bio-X Weight Loss Center.
We can check your hormone levels and tailor a plan to get you back into optimal balance. Call or click today to schedule a visit.
