My experience with Bio-identical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) has been nothing short of life-changing. As a woman in my late-40s, I’ve spent most of my life being a homemaker. I have been blessed with a loving husband and two amazing children, who have thankfully become fine young adults. I have just sent my youngest daughter off to college and it’s now just me and my husband. Through the years, I’ve never had the time to think about me. Now, I have an empty nest and it’s dawning on me, that maybe it’s my turn and to take care of the one person I have been neglecting- myself.
I was scared I had left it too late. I no longer had the energy to do the things I used to. I had begun to enter the menopause and I was suffering from sleepless nights, mood swings and crippling anxiety that left me unable to leave the house for long periods at a time. Not to mention the hot flushes. My intimate life took a hit, and my relationship with my husband became strained. My happiness seemed to leave me when I needed it the most.
My diet was generally healthy, other than the occasional pint of ice cream on movie nights, but weight gain was increasingly hard to manage. I felt burnt out; diet and exercise became impossible tasks, especially with my mood swings and depression. I used food to comfort myself. All of this didn’t go unnoticed by my family and friends. That’s when a friend suggested looking into Bio-identical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT) at DermaPlus Aesthetics. I had heard of BHRT, but I wasn’t convinced, however, I had to try something.
Bio-identical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT) at DermaPlus Aesthetics, Kingwood, TX
At my free consultation with Kelly at DermaPlus Aesthetics in Kingwood, Texas, she arranged for some blood work and initial tests. The results showed I had a hormone imbalance, and this was the cause of my symptoms. Kelly recommended Bio-identical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT) and suggested the best way to administer them was through pellet therapy. Small pellets, the size of a grain of rice would be inserted in the love handle area just under my skin. I would likely only require this 3 times a year. It would be painless, and the benefits of this treatment were many.
After my procedure, it took a few weeks for me to really start feeling the effects of the pellet therapy. The pellets ensure I always have the correct hormone levels, by constantly releasing very small amounts every day, for months at a time. It has now been 5 weeks since my pellets were inserted and I can honestly say, I feel like I am 30 again! My quality of life has now significantly improved, giving me the energy and confidence to live my life to the fullest. The symptoms I was suffering are now a thing of the past. I am now sleeping through the night; I no longer have mood swings and I have so much more energy. My crippling anxiety has all but disappeared and I haven’t had a hot flush for over 3 weeks. Additionally, my relationship with my husband has improved, as has our sex life!
It’s not just for women
It’s interesting, we think hormone imbalance only affects women. However, my husband has an appointment scheduled with Kelly for next week. It turns out men can benefit from Bio-identical Hormone Replacement Therapy too! I have come to believe Bio-identical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT) is a necessity for maintaining optimal health, wellness, and happiness.
If you are interested in understanding more about Bio-identical Hormone Replacement Therapy and would like to discuss with Dr. Lugo or Kelly how BHRT can help you or your partner, then schedule a free consultation today!