Category Archives: Hormone Replacement Therapy

WHI In dbGAP On Wednesday January 13, 2010, NCBI released the Women's Health Initiative (WHI) SNP Health Association Resource (SHARe) dataset on dbGAP. The dataset includes extensive phenotypic and genotypic data on 12008 African American and Hispanic women aged 50-79 enrolled in one or more components of the WHI program. Genotyping was done on the Affymetrix 6.0 platform. Information on the dataset are to be found at: dbGAP Additional release information may be found at: Study Release Notes Any investigator can apply for access to the dataset through the dbGAP procedures; however, per NIH GWAS policy the WHI investigators have a 12-month protected publication window. WHI investigators welcome collaboration from other investigators within the 12-month protected time and beyond. WHI investigators also invite collaboration on publications and ancillary studies beyond SHARe. Information on how to collaborate with WHI investigators on SHARe and on other WHI resources are found at: WHI Scientific Resources Website The Women's Health Initiative (WHI) was a major 15-year research program to address the most common causes of death, disability and poor quality of life in postmenopausal women -- cardiovascular disease, cancer, and osteoporosis. The WHI was launched in 1991 and consisted of a set of clinical … Continue reading →

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Hormone replacement therapy can be administered through a skin patch or pill. istockphoto Most women in menopause who opt to take hormone replacement therapy (HRT) to manage symptoms that the "change of life" brings know there are risks that come with these drugs. While the hormones --synthetic estrogen and progestin -- can work magic to stop hot flashes, decades of research has identified a strong link between HRT and conditions such as heart disease, stroke and breast cancer. Now a new large scale study may add ovarian cancer to this list. An analysis of 52 studies involving 21,488 women, published Thursday in The Lancet, finds even short-term use of these drugs correlated with a higher risk for ovarian cancer -- as much as 40 percent higher than women who don't take hormones. The study is based on all prior research that investigates the connection. "This is the first big study like this to really come out and say ovarian cancer is an issue," Dr. Taraneh Shirazian, an assistant professor of obstetrics, gynecology and reproductive science at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and a minimally invasive gynecological surgeon at The Mount Sinai Hospital, told CBS News. "So far, … Continue reading →

Email to a friend Close Window As women go through menopause, production of the female sex hormones (oestrogen and progesterone) is dramatically reduced, resulting in low levels of these hormones in the body. This means that many women experience unpleasant symptoms as a result of the decreased levels of these hormones, particularly oestrogen. Hormone replacement therapy (HRT), also known as hormone therapy (HT), is prescribed by your doctor and replaces the bodys female sex hormones, oestrogen and progesterone. There is an increasing range of alternative treatments for menopause symptoms available, but so far there is little good evidence that they are effective. Herbal medicines can have adverse effects and can also interact with other medicines. HRT that is available on prescription from your doctor therefore remains the most accepted treatment for relieving the symptoms of menopause that many women find troublesome. HRT helps treat 2 troublesome symptoms of menopause hot flushes and night sweats. It may also help with insomnia, mood swings, a dry vagina and muscle aches and pains. HRT helps maintain bone density and it reduces the risk of fractures due to osteoporosis (a condition that makes bones weak and brittle). However, other medicines are available for the … Continue reading →

Menopause is the final period and occurs because a woman stops ovulating, her ovaries no longer produce oestrogen (one of the female sex hormones) and her monthly period (menstruation) ceases. It is a natural event that marks the end of the reproductive years, just as the first menstrual period during puberty marks the start. Many women, although not all, experience uncomfortable symptoms during and after menopause, including hot flushes, night sweats, sleep disturbance and vaginal dryness. These symptoms and physical changes can be managed in various ways, including lifestyle changes like healthier eating and increased exercise, and by hormone replacement therapy (HRT). While HRT reduces the likelihood of some debilitating diseases such as osteoporosis, colorectal (bowel) cancer and heart disease, it may increase the chances of developing a blood clot (when given in tablet form) or breast cancer (when some types are used long-term). For women who experience menopause before the age of 45 (early or premature menopause), HRT is strongly recommended until the average age of menopause onset (around 51 years), unless there is a particular reason for a woman not to take it. There is no evidence to suggest that a woman with a family history of breast … Continue reading →

We all strive for balance in our lives, but few of us realize the need for balance in our bodies. Our hormones are responsible for this balance and when age causes our hormone levels to decline, we see and feel the effects in our health, energy, and appearance. We no longer have the vitality, fitness, beauty, immunity, stamina, libido, wellness, and confidence of our youth. Instead, were left with frustration over a body thats out of balance. Fortunately, theres a way to restore that delicate balance and replenish the youthful essence we remember. That way to wellness is hormone replacement therapy at the biostation in Delray Beach. Hormone replacement therapy is an age-management treatment that can dramatically improve the negative symptoms associated with aging in men and women. Our medical specialists use a multi-tiered approach to achieve the optimal benefits. Testosterone alone is not the answer. Our bodies are a symphony of hormones, that when in balance, lead to a greater utilization of testosterone and increased overall feeling of well-being. Its this understanding of the environment within our bodies that must be recognized and adjusted in order for us to maximize the benefits of hormone replacement therapy. The solution lies … Continue reading →

You may consider hormone replacement therapy (HRT) to be a women's-only concern, but it's not. Men's testosterone levels peak in their late teens, and begin a gradual but steady decline of about 1 percent a year around age 30 (Mayo Clinic, 2012). Because testosterone is required for proper male sexual development and reproductive functionas well as muscle bulk, red blood cell level, and bone densitymany men worry about the natural decline of this hormone produced by the testicles. Yet medical experts disagree about the significance of this decline, and whether the health benefits of HRT outweigh the risks. If testosterone levels decline naturally with age, do men need HRT? This has been a difficult question for researchers to answer. Not many studies have observed the effects of testosterone therapy in men with healthy levels of the hormoneand studies that have were smaller and yielded unclear results. HRT can help symptoms of low testosterone in men who suffer from a disease called hypogonadism (Mayo Clinic, 2012). This is a dysfunction of the testicles that results in the body being unable to produce the right amount of testosterone. But what's less certain is whether testosterone therapy can benefit healthy men whose testosterone … Continue reading →

The EHormonesMD Lawrenceville New Jersey location serves the New Jersey, Philadelphia and New York area. Our network of Medical Doctors specializes in Hormone Replacement Therapy including Testosterone Therapy, Sermorelin and HGH Therapy (Human Growth Hormone), and wellness programs. Through state-of-the-art diagnostic hormone testing, our HRT Doctors can determine your hormone levels and, if needed, prescribe Bio-identical Hormone Replacement Therapy to fit your unique needs. EHormonesMDhelps both men and women find relief from symptoms of hormonal imbalance such as low libido, depression, hot flashes, weight gain, irritability, fatigue, and loss of muscle. It is a scientific fact that as we age our hormone production declines. Ask yourself, are you suffering from any of the following low testosterone symptoms? At EHormonesMD New JerseyHormone Replacement Therapy Doctors, we provide: After the age of 30, the natural production of your major hormones including Growth Hormone, Testosterone, Progesterone (and Estrogen in females) begins to decline. Both males and females experience a decline in their quality of life which is directly related to natural hormonal decline. Let us help restore your naturalbalance! Call today to schedule an appointment with our HRT Doctors: (609) 235-0925 Find our nearest office at: EHormones New Jersey, 100 Federal City Rd, … Continue reading →

What is BHRT for men? Men are prone to hormone deficiency and imbalance as they age. This is what is often referred to as "male menopause." BHRT or Bio-identical Hormone Replacement Therapy offers a safe, natural, and cost effective method of overcoming this problem and allowing men to continue to enjoy a high quality of life. Hormones are, to put it as simply as possible, the chemicals produced by the endocrine system which carry signals between the cells and organs to regulate metabolic function. Aging, stress, and unhealthy habits affect the functioning of the endocrine system and impact the functioning of the body. In men, hormone imbalances often appear in the form of weight gain, fatigue, hair loss, anxiety, depression, loss of sexual desire, and other problems commonly associated with the aging process. In conventional hormone replacement therapy (HRT), chemicals manufactured in laboratories or derived from animal (usually horse) urine are given to the patient to correct low hormone levels. The hormones are not identical to natural human hormones and therefore may not work as efficiently as natural human hormones. These can offer a short term improvement in the hormone balance, but studies have shown that as they build up … Continue reading →

If youre looking for relief from menopause symptoms, knowing the pros and cons of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) can help you decide whether its right for you. HRT (also known as hormone therapy, menopausal hormone therapy, and estrogen replacement therapy) uses female hormones -- estrogen and progesterone -- to treat common symptoms of menopause and aging. Doctors can prescribe it during or after menopause. After your period stops, your hormone levels fall, causing uncomfortable symptoms like hot flashes and vaginal dryness, and sometimes conditions like osteoporosis. HRT replaces hormones your body no longer makes. Its the most effective treatment for menopause symptoms. You might think of pregnancy when you think of estrogen. In women of child-bearing age, it gets the uterus ready to receive a fertilized egg. It has other roles, too -- it controls how your body uses calcium, which strengthens bones, and raises good cholesterol in the blood. If you still have your uterus, taking estrogen without progesterone, another pregnancy-related hormone, raises your risk for cancer of the endometrium, the lining of the uterus. Since the cells from the endometrium arent leaving your body during your period any more, they may build up in your uterus and lead … Continue reading →