Hormonal changes can affect how you feel physically and emotionally and may impact your overall quality of life. At CoolMed in San Antonio, Texas, integrative health specialist Melissa Cooley, DNP, FNP, and the caring team provide personalized hormone evaluations and hormone replacement therapy when appropriate. To learn more about your options, make an appointment by calling the office or booking online today.
request an appointmentWhat is hormone replacement therapy?
Hormone replacement therapy is a treatment used to supplement certain hormones when your body’s natural hormone levels have changed or become insufficient. Hormones play an important role in many functions throughout your body, so changes in hormone levels can affect the way you feel.
At CoolMed, hormone replacement therapy is personalized based on your symptoms, health history, evaluation, and individual needs.
What are the signs of a hormonal imbalance?
Hormonal changes can affect people differently, and many symptoms associated with changing hormone levels can also be caused by other health conditions. Depending on the hormones involved, symptoms may include:
- Fatigue or low energy
- Changes in mood
- Difficulty sleeping
- Changes in weight or body composition
- Changes in sexual health or libido
- Difficulty concentrating
Experiencing these symptoms doesn’t necessarily mean you have a hormonal imbalance. A medical evaluation can help determine whether your hormone levels or another health concern may be contributing to your symptoms.
How are hormone levels evaluated?
Your CoolMed provider begins by reviewing your symptoms, medical history, medications, and overall health. Laboratory testing may also be recommended to evaluate your hormone levels and provide additional information about your health.
If hormone replacement therapy is appropriate, your provider develops a personalized treatment plan and monitors your response over time. Your treatment may be adjusted based on your symptoms, laboratory results, and individual needs.
Is hormone replacement therapy right for me?
Hormone replacement therapy isn’t appropriate for everyone. Your provider considers your medical history, symptoms, laboratory results, medications, potential risks, and treatment goals before recommending hormone therapy.
If you’re experiencing symptoms that may be related to changing hormone levels, make an appointment at CoolMed by calling the office or booking online today to learn more about your treatment options.