Women’s hormone experts at Sacramento Functional Medicine offer bioidentical hormone replacement therapy to Placer County women to alleviate the symptoms of imbalanced menstrual hormones.

Hormones control a multitude of functions in the human body, and an imbalance may cause you to experience multiple problems as a result. Reducing hormonal fluctuations and aiding women in harmonizing their bodies can improve health and reduce these effects, which helps optimize wellness. Hormonal imbalances can occur at any point, but often arise during their reproductive years, leading to a multitude of different issues. These disparities can lead to dysmenorrhea, amenorrhea, irregular periods, PMS, anovulation, and more.

Sacramento Functional Medicine experts specialize in breakthrough anti-aging medicines and safe, natural therapies to help overcome the challenges associated with hormonal imbalances. Sacramento Functional Medicine‘s individualized treatment plans for women’s health have enabled many women to achieve optimal wellbeing and vitality.

Call (916) 252-3228 to speak with women’s health experts at Sacramento Functional Medicine and schedule your consultation at today!

Symptoms of Menstrual Dysfunction

Because it is a process that is meant to be as cyclical and predictable, when a woman encounters a menstrual irregularity, it can be confusing, frustrating, and overwhelming. While a menstrual dysfunction can manifest itself in many ways, some of the common symptoms include:

Dysmenorrhea, or menstrual cramps, is a common complaint among women during their cycles, most frequently among women in the 20’s and 30’s. Imbalances within estrogen and progesterone may cause more weight gain, food cravings, and bloating to occur during the period, which can cause more pain. Fluctuations within these two hormones may also cause a rise in prostaglandins, which can stimulate more cramping during the menstrual cycle. Balancing estrogen and progesterone levels can help alleviate these painful cramping sensations.

Amenorrhea occurs when a woman that is not pregnant misses her menstrual period for one or more months. Many women experience this right before menopause or during perimenopause, but younger women can experience amenorrhea for a variety of reasons from malnutrition to conditions such as PCOS.

Fluctuating hormones happen, from young women experiencing stress to more mature women in the beginnings of menopause. Irregular periods can be concerning whether you spot for hours or gush for days. Cycles may also vary and women may get periods sporadically, every few weeks, or every few months. Women going through perimenopause eventually stop their periods altogether when they enter menopause, but if you’re not there yet, having relief and a cycle you can trust can be important.

The majority of women deal with PMS before their menstrual cycles, and while some degree of PMS is normal, women with hormonal imbalances may experience more severe PMS symptoms, which include: bloating, fatigue, headaches, food cravings, irritability, depression, cramping, nausea, and migraines.

When a woman does not ovulate regularly and cannot produce an egg for fertilization, it is called anovulation. This can greatly inhibit a woman’s chances of becoming pregnant, and it reduces overall fertility. Balanced and healthy hormone levels are necessary for safe and healthy ovulation cycles. Stable hormones help to regulate the menstrual and ovulation cycles, providing support for conception and fertility, as well as aid during pregnancy and birth.

Menorrhagia is a menstrual complication in which a woman may experience prolonged or abnormally heavy bleeding. While this is not usually serious or life-threatening, if left unchecked, could lead to anemia or be fatal in severe cases.

Benefits of Regulating Your Hormones

If you find yourself experiencing the pains and frustrations of an irregular menstrual cycle, you may find that balancing your hormones can not only prevent more serious illness in the future, but provide more immediate benefits such as:

  • A regulated cycle
  • Less painful cramps
  • Increased energy
  • More restful sleep
  • Boosted mood
  • Fewer cravings
  • Alleviated bloating
  • An easier time managing weight
  • Clearer cognitive function
  • Improved libido
  • And so much more!

Treatment Approach

When it comes to your menstrual cycle, hormones play a major role. Everything from estrogen and progesterone to follicle-stimulating hormone impacts your menstrual cycle, so if something’s out of whack, it could mean irregular periods and undesirable accompanying symptoms. Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy is a safe, natural way to supplement and regulate hormonal levels to achieve symptom relief and regular menstrual cycles. Using hormones that perfectly mirror those naturally produced in your body allows women to experience little to no side effects.

Sacramento Functional Medicine is ready to address your concerns and provide relief of your menstrual dysfunction symptoms.

Find Answers To Frequently Asked Questions About BHRT

Beginning a Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT) protocol typically comes with several questions. We’ve gathered some of the most common questions related to starting BHRT and answered them here below. If you have any further questions or need any clarification, please contact Sacramento Functional Medicine at (916) 252-3228.

How Is BHRT Different From Regular HRT?

The main difference between bioidentical HRT and other forms of HRT is the kind of hormones that are used. In regular HRT, the synthetic hormones used contain additional chemical components that allow the drug manufacturers to patent their chemicals. At best, these added components do nothing for you. At worst, your body may recognize them as foreign chemicals and they may cause unpleasant side effects.

In BHRT, the hormones used are bioidentical, which means that they are the exact chemical structure as the hormones naturally produced in your body. This means there is no risk of your body not accepting them. Plus, they are derived from natural plant sources such as yams and soy.

Can I Buy Bioidentical Hormones Online?

While you may find websites claiming to sell bioidentical hormones, there are many risks involved in purchasing hormones online. First, it is often difficult to trace the origin of these products, meaning they may not be regulated for accuracy. This leads into the second problem, which is that it is very hard to be sure of the ingredients of these products. You may not be getting hormones at all!

Even if you find legitimate bioidentical hormones online, without seeing a doctor you can’t know for certain which hormones you need, what dose you need them in and what form of BHRT will work best for you. Here at Sacramento Functional Medicine, you will receive proper care and treatment while experiencing minimal side effects.

What Form Does BHRT Come In?

Bioidentical hormones are prepared by a compounding pharmacy where they are produced into several forms including: pills, patches,creams, injections and more. Everyone responds to these various forms differently, and your BHRT doctor can help find the form that will most benefit you and your body.

What Is The Cost Of BHRT?

The cost of BHRT varies by the hormones needed, the doses needed, the form of BHRT, and the length of time that you receive treatment. For a more accurate quote, please call Sacramento Functional Medicine at (916) 252-3228 to schedule a consultation.

Is BHRT Covered By My Insurance?

Because insurance plans and providers vary considerably, there is no way for us to provide a blanket statement. Your plan may cover BHRT under certain circumstances. The best course of action is to call Sacramento Functional Medicine at (916) 252-3228 to discuss whether we accept your current insurance plan and provider. After you call us, we recommend contacting your insurance provider as a follow-up to ensure that your treatment is covered or to discuss how your treatment may be covered.

Are Bioidentical Hormones Safe?

When prescribed and supervised by a BHRT doctor, BHRT is generally safe. Any risks or side effects associated with your particular treatment will be reviewed thoroughly before you begin BHRT.

What Conditions Are Treated With BHRT?

Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy is used to treat a number of conditions caused by hormone imbalance or that result in hormone imbalance. In some cases, BHRT is used to treat the underlying condition while in others it is used to treat the symptoms. You can find some common conditions that BHRT may be used to treat listed above.

What If My Question Is Not Listed Here?

Patients often have a great many questions before beginning BHRT. We will be happy to answer any questions that you may have before, during and after treatment. Contact Sacramento Functional Medicine today with any further questions or to schedule your initial consultation.

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Sacramento Functional Medicine utilizes safe, non-invasive therapies to help women regain hormonal balance. Call (916) 252-3228 to discover how we can help you today!