When Bioidentical Hormone Therapy Is the Best Solution for Menopausal Symptoms

Do you feel like your life is on pause because of menopause? Your day-to-day lifestyle can be severely affected by the side effects of the natural drop in ovarian estrogen production, and a seemingly endless loop of menopausal symptoms can make you feel like getting out of bed just isn’t worth it.

Fortunately, Dr. Larisa Litvinova can provide a holistic approach to the management of hormone imbalance, with the advanced option of bioidentical hormone replacement therapy for menopausal symptoms.  

Symptoms of menopause

Some 95% of women enter menopause between 45 and 55 years old. Menopause symptoms can be significant, disrupting your life and making it difficult to keep living as you did before. Some of the most common and severe symptoms of menopause include:

• Chronic fatigue: Including brain fog, which can make it hard to concentrate.
• Mood swings: Such as irritability, depression, crying jags, and angry outbursts
• Insomnia: Including trouble getting to sleep and staying asleep for any period of time
• Hot flashes and night sweats: Often accompanied by dizziness and/or nausea
• Urinary incontinence: Often partially caused by increased laxity of the urethral tissues
• Sexual issues: Including pain during intercourse caused by vaginal dryness

If any or all of these symptoms are troubling you, and you haven’t had a period in 12 months, you’re likely menopausal.

You may have been prescribed synthetic hormone replacement therapy, but you’re worried about side effects. If you’re ready to be rid of menopausal symptoms with the lowest risk possible, ask Dr. Litvinova about bioidentical hormone therapy.

What are bioidentical hormones?

Bioidentical hormones are created from plant-sourced natural estrogens that have the same structure as the hormones found in your body. These bioidentical hormones can optimize your hormone levels naturally, helping to restore balance and leaving you symptom-free and feeling more like your usual self.

Dr. Litvinova first makes certain you’re menopausal, then carefully assesses your hormone levels to determine a treatment plan designed specifically for your unique physiology. She will monitor you and your health during your bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) to ensure optimal results.

Some of the benefits of BHRT can include being better able to manage your weight and enjoying clearer, smoother skin. Research shows that women who take replacement hormones may also be able to minimize the risk of bone fractures due to osteoarthritis, as well as lower their risk of dementia and even heart disease in some cases.

If you’re ready to get rid of your menopausal symptoms and get back to living your best life, call our Montclair, New Jersey, office at 201-429-3681 or book an appointment online to see Dr. Litvinova.