In most cases, the goal of HRT is to replace the estrogen levels that are being lost as you progress through menopause. There are two main delivery methods for estrogen when undergoing HRT through mainstream care providers. The first is something called systematic estrogen. This option is typically delivered in the form of a pill, patch, ring, spray, foam gel or cream. It helps to provide higher estrogen levels due to the fact that it is absorbed throughout the body.

The second option is something called a low-dose vaginal product. This option delivers lower levels of estragon to the body. The estrogen is delivered in the form of a ring, tablet or cream. While some women find low-dose therapies to be effective for addressing some of the “surface” symptoms associated with vaginal and urinary health during menopause, this option is considered less effective when it comes to deeper symptoms like weight gain, mood, cognitive performance and hot flashes.

At Eliv8 MD, we offer bioidentical hormone replacement therapy plans tailored for the needs of our patients. We provide a full range of HRT options that includes dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA), pregnenolone, thyroid, estrogen, progesterone, melatonin and testosterone. A consultation is important for determining which form of hormone replacement therapy is right for you! Factors like your age, health history and symptoms should all be looked at before making a decision. In addition, a custom plan that delivers the right amount of hormone replacement for the right duration of time is very important for producing the best results.