Testosterone Replacement for Men
For men, the primary sex hormone is testosterone. It is produced by the testes, and the level of production is controlled by the pituitary gland and brain. From the testes, testosterone moves through the blood to perform a wide range of essential bodily functions, including:
- Red blood cell production
- Sperm production
- Bone mass
- Muscle mass and strength
- Libido
- Diminished sex drive
- Erectile dysfunction
- Urinary problems
- Low sperm count
- Enlarged or tender breasts (caused by an imbalance of testosterone and estradiol)
- Decreased muscle mass and strength
- Decreased bone strength
- Fatigue
- Decreased fertility
- Depression
- Hair loss
In addition to testosterone, men also produce estradiol – a necessary form of estrogen created by the conversion of testosterone. If these sexual hormones become imbalanced, bodily chaos can ensue, potentially wreaking havoc on your health, energy, love life, and confidence. Thankfully, there are several bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) options available to men who’ve been diagnosed with low testosterone (“Low T”) or a sex hormone imbalance.
Benefits of BHRT include:
- Reduced risk of diseases, such as diabetes, heart disease, high cholesterol, hypertension, and stroke
- Improved libido
- Increased sperm count and better fertility
- More energy
- Improved muscle and bone strength
- Reduced anxiety and depression
- Reduced body fat and better maintenance of lean body mass
If you feel that you are experiencing symptoms of low testosterone or hormonal imbalance, don’t wait – contact us today at (503) 286-4400 for an appointment!
Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy
Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT) is used to treat both men and women experiencing imbalances or drops in their naturally-occurring hormones. Hormones are responsible for most of your essential bodily functions, so when they are disrupted in any way, cascade effects across all your systems can ensue.
Most commonly, BHRT is utilized to ease symptoms of perimenopause and menopause, although we can use them to treat a wide range of conditions, including:
- Mental clarity
- Low sex drive or libido
- Incontinence
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Andropause
- Fatigue
- Erectile dysfunction
- Insulin resistance
- Adrenal and thyroid disorders
- Osteoporosis
- Fibromyalgia
- Cancer
Symptoms that are common with menopause such as hot flashes, night sweats, mood changes, memory loss, weight gain, sleep issues, and low libido can be dramatically improved with BHRT. For many other conditions, BHRT can improve vitality, energy, mental clarity, mood, weight loss, and even muscle strength!
BHRT comes in several different forms, and at Rise2Health, we carefully take into consideration your symptoms, medical conditions, and history before making a recommendation for a specific treatment. Options may include:
- Compounded natural hormones
- Nutraceutical supplementation
Delivery of BHRT depends largely on the specific therapy option, but include:
- Creams
- Patches
- Gels
- Injections
Hormones are a vital part of maintaining a healthy and active lifestyle. No one needs to suffer the symptoms of hormone imbalance, and at Rise2Health, we are confident we can find the right solution for your unique needs.
If you have questions about how BHRT can help you or would like to request an appointment, call our friendly office today at (503) 286-4400!
Thyroid Therapy
The thyroid gland produces hormones that regulate everything from metabolism to muscle control and digestion. When your thyroid isn’t functioning properly, you can experience a number of uncomfortable symptoms, including weight gain and fatigue. At Rise2Health in Portland, Oregon, Joshua David, ND, provides natural thyroid therapy treatments to improve your thyroid function. To learn more about thyroid therapy, call Dr. David at Rise2Health, or book an appointment online.
