How Hormone Therapy Can Lower Certain Health Risks

Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is a common treatment for hormone imbalance, including low testosterone in men and unpleasant menopause symptoms in women. 

While it’s not typically used to manage the risk of chronic diseases, studies suggest HRT may do just that, especially when used appropriately and under medical supervision. 

Schedule a HRT evaluation with Dr. Qureshi or Laura Canada, NP, at Creekside Wellness in Cypress, Texas, to learn more about hormone therapy’s numerous potential perks and if it’s right for you.

Hormone therapy basics

Hormone therapy at Creekside Wellness is available in many forms, including: 

• Pills 
• Patches 
• Injections 
• Creams
• Gels 
• Vaginal applications 
• Sprays
• Subdermal pellets 

Aging and various other factors can contribute to hormone problems. Fortunately, HRT helps boost low levels to promote balance and ease symptoms.

Hormone therapy may reduce these health risks

While hormone therapy isn’t for everyone, it may diminish the risk of the following health concerns in some people:

1. Osteoporosis

Reduced hormone levels, including estrogen and testosterone, can boost your risk of low bone density and osteoporosis, which increases the chance of fractures. Therefore, choosing HRT to balance hormones can enhance bone strength, lessening the risk of bone pain and fractures.

2. Obesity

Hormone imbalance is a common cause of unwanted weight gain, which may contribute to weight-related chronic diseases like diabetes and high blood pressure. Creekside Wellness offers medically supervised weight loss management to better manage your hormones and reduce disease risk factors.

3. Certain cancers

Hormone therapy may help reduce your risk of or help treat certain cancers, such as prostate, ovarian, breast, colon, or uterine cancers. 

However, hormone therapy for cancer is different from HRT, and not everyone with a personal or family history of cancer is a candidate for hormone therapy. Talk with your Creekside Wellness specialist to learn if HRT may benefit you.

4. Some heart issues

If you have a history of heart disease or its risk factors, you may be eligible for hormone therapy. 

In fact, some experts and studies suggest that hormone therapy may lessen the risk of heart disease, heart attacks, and strokes in menopausal women, but this depends on your specific risk factors and when treatment is initiated. 

We determine if hormone therapy is safe for you.

5. All-cause mortality 

When used appropriately under medical guidance, routine health evaluations, and lab work monitoring, some studies suggest that hormone therapy in both men and women supporting hormone balance helps reduce all-cause mortality. 

Potential hormone therapy risks

You might not be a candidate for hormone therapy if you have a history of certain heart problems, some cancers, blood clots, gallbladder disease, or other medical concerns.

However, if the health benefits outweigh any potential risks of hormone treatment, we can create a customized HRT plan that maximizes your health outcomes. Hormone therapy is a highly individualized treatment.

Find out if you're a candidate for HRT at Creekside Wellness with Dr. Qureshi or Laura Canada, NP, by contacting us today by phone or online.