Host: How long do I have to be on them? I hate taking pills, for crying out loud — I don't want to be on something forever. Do a lot of people have to be on these forever, or are you able to better their lifestyle and take other supplements so they don't experience these hot flashes and other symptoms associated with menopause?
Dr. Stengler: For women who are having very intense symptoms, we'll put them on the bioidentical hormones, and quite often they'll be on them for 6 to 12 months, then we try and lower the dosage or wean off if they can. Other women, just because of their overall health — for example, let's say they have a memory problem, joint problems, or loss of bone density — there are some patients who will want them to stay on the natural hormones and be monitored, because it has benefits to the rest of their body.
Do you hate taking pills? Most people do. Watch this short video for information on bioidentical hormone replacement and what kinds of time frames and treatments can be expected...Lots of women with very intense symptoms need bioidentical hormone treatments in many cases, and often a regimen can last 6 to 12 months. What about after that? Call us today to set an appointment at the Stengler Center for Integrative Medicine for a consultation on your symptoms and bioidentical hormone treatment.
