Women experience aging in different ways. Some changes we see, and some we feel. And while we can use certain cosmetic products and aesthetic procedures to soften signs of aging, some women may benefit from using hormones to regulate internal changes.

When it comes to hormone therapy for menopause, Cincinnati wellness experts at Amy Brenner, MD & Associates know how to help. Our team can provide specialized treatment programs that fit each patient’s needs. 

In this blog, we’ll explain how hormones impact our lives, how menopause affects hormone levels, and how our team uses hormone therapy to help women through menopause.

Why Hormone Therapy for Menopause Works 

The endocrine system creates hormones that help manage how the body functions. Menopause can affect how these hormones work, and hormone therapy can make hormonal shifts less difficult. 

The following glands are responsible for secreting hormones:

Pituitary Gland

These hormones help control many of the body’s processes, including controlling other glands.

Pancreas

The pancreas helps regulate blood sugar levels and produces insulin. Insulin is essential for regulating your mood, food cravings, and weight. 

Thyroid

The thyroid is in charge of maintaining your metabolic rate. The thyroid can be overactive or underactive, which can impact your heart rate, energy levels, weight, and more.

Adrenal Glands

These glands secrete adrenaline, corticosteroid hormones, and DHEA.

Pineal Glands

The pineal glands secrete melatonin, which is responsible for regulating sleep cycles.

Ovaries

The ovaries secrete estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone. These hormones shift throughout a woman’s menstrual cycle.

How Menopause Affects Hormone Levels

Our providers use bio-identical hormone treatment to help treat some of the symptoms that come with perimenopause and menopause. The decrease in hormone production during this time can cause: 

• Hot flashes
• Weight gain
• Fatigue
• Decreased libido 
• Sleep issues

How Bio-Identical Hormone Therapy Works

Bio-identical hormones are molecularly identical to the hormones your body makes. We can use this type of therapy to replenish estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone. Our providers will determine the right dose for a patient by looking at a patient’s symptoms and running saliva, or blood tests. 

We can administer bio-identical hormones with:

• Creams
• Injections
• Hormone pellet therapy 

Work With Amy Brenner, MD & Associates for Hormone Therapy for Menopause in Cincinnati

It’s never too late to focus on your hormonal balances. Our team of doctors and nurse practitioners at Amy Brenner, MD & Associates will customize a plan that can relieve symptoms of menopause and help you enjoy your daily life.

Schedule a consultation to get started.