Menopause marks the end of reproductive ife. This is when our periods stop and we have low levels of female hormones (oestrogen and progesterone) and testosterone in our body. These low levels of hormones can manifest various symptoms attributable to menopause such as:

Symptoms

Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)

One way to alleviate these symptoms can be to take Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).

Bio-identical hormones are laboratory produced hormones derived from plants and are chemically identical to the hormones produced by the human body, The come in various forms including:

• Pills
• Patches
• Creams
• Gels
• Injections

How will my doctor know the dose of HRT I need?

Your doctor will do a blood test, urine test or saliva test to monitor your natural hormone levels and dose your HRT accordingly.

How long does it take for HRT to work?

This varies from person to person and can range from a few weeks to 3 months.

What are the risks of bioidentical hormones?

The risks of HRT include heart disease, stroke, gallbladder disease, blood clots and breast cancer. Due to these risks, not everyone is suitable to take HRT and your doctor will assess your medical and family history at the initial consultation to see if you are a suitable patient for HRT.

What are the side effects of bioidentical HRT?

Side effects can occur and usually do when you first start the hormones. They usually settle after a few weeks as your body gets used to the hormones. Side effects may include:

How does BHRT differ from conventional NHS prescribed HRT?

BHRT is derived from plant sources such as soy or yam. BHRT has the same chemical and molecular arrangement as our body’s natural hormones and therefore mimic the natural endogenous hormones.

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