Hormone Balancing

Menopause is the stage of life when women begin to produce less estrogen and progesterone. For most women, this transition usually begins between the ages of 45 and 55. The period of time leading up to “the change” is called perimenopause. It’s a gradual process that’s complete when a woman has stopped menstruating for at least 12 months.

Menopausal symptoms can significantly impact your emotional and physical well-being. By replacing the hormones your body has stopped producing, you can relieve these symptoms and restore your energy, vitality, and sexual pleasure.

Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) comes in many forms: creams, gels, pellets, patches, and pills. After evaluating your overall health and menopausal symptoms, Dr. Bruner creates a personal HRT regimen uniquely tailored to your needs.

In menopausal women, HRT has been shown to relieve:

• Hot flashes
• Night sweats
• Painful intercourse
• Vaginal dryness and itching

Your symptoms can change in severity and frequency, so your treatment plan evolves over time. Dr. Bruner generally recommends the lowest dose proving to be effective for your symptoms. She’ll follow up every three to six months to see how you’re feeling and if your regimen needs to be adjusted. Dr. Bruner takes a holistic approach to treating your menopause symptoms. She supplements your HRT regimen with easy lifestyle changes to help manage symptoms naturally.