Hormone Replacement Therapy

Hormone Replacement Therapy services offered in San Diego, CA

Women going through menopause or other major hormonal shifts benefit from hormone replacement therapy. At Angelique E Richardson MD PhD | The Center for Phenomenal Health & Wellness Inc. in San Diego, California, the women’s health specialists recognize that unexplained weight gain, hot flashes, vaginal dryness, and poor libido are often a sign of a hormone imbalance. By restoring your hormone levels, you regain control of your body and get your life back. Call the practice or schedule an appointment online today to determine how you can benefit from hormone replacement therapy.

Hormone Replacement Therapy Q & A

What is hormone replacement therapy (HRT)?

With hormone replacement therapy, Dr. Richardson supplements your body’s natural hormone production to restore balance.

Hormone replacement therapy may consist of just estrogen or a blend of estrogen and progesterone. Some options even contain small amounts of testosterone. Although testosterone is primarily a male hormone, women need a small amount for normal function.

HRT is most often used to treat the symptoms of menopause, such as hot flashes and vaginal discomfort. Hormone replacement therapy can help women whose hormones are out of balance due to recent childbirth or cancer treatment, too.

Hormone replacement therapy offers a path to relief and can help you feel more at home in your body. It can take a period of trial and error to find the right HRT balance.

What symptoms indicate I could benefit from hormone replacement therapy?

Women approaching menopause, going through menopause, or experiencing other hormonal changes often experience uncomfortable symptoms.

The following symptoms may be resolved or eased with HRT:

Night sweats and hot flashes
Excessive weight gain
Vaginal dryness and itching
Painful sexual intercourse and low libido
Brain fog and poor memory
Sleep disturbances
Mild urinary incontinence

Discuss your symptoms with Dr. Richardson to determine if HRT is the right course of treatment for you.

What kinds of hormone replacement therapy are available?

Dr. Richardson works with you to find just the right delivery and dose of hormones.

Some of the available delivery methods include:

Pills
Creams or gels
Patches
Sprays
Vaginal rings
Vaginal tablets
Injections

At Angelique E Richardson MD PhD | The Center for Phenomenal Health & Wellness Inc., Dr. Richardson uses only FDA-approved products for hormone replacement therapy. All options have gone through rigorous research and clinical trials to ensure safe and effective outcomes.

How do I know if HRT is right for me?

Many women experience an extraordinary change in their quality of life with hormone replacement therapy, but it’s not the right therapy for everyone. If you have a history of stroke, blood clots, some cancers, or heart attack, hormone therapy may not be appropriate for you. This discussion will be individualized.

Call Angelique E Richardson MD PhD | The Center for Phenomenal Health & Wellness Inc., or book an appointment online today to determine if HRT is right for you.