Hormone Replacement Therapy Specialist

Axmann & Whitaker Gynecologic Associates

Gynecologist located in Plano, TX

If the signs and symptoms of menopause make you hot and irritable, find a solution at Axmann & Whitaker Gynecologic Associates. With an office located just north of Dallas in Plano, Texas, Brenda Axmann, MD provides patients with individualized hormone replacement therapies to help manage menopause symptoms. To learn more about hormone therapy, call the office today to schedule your initial consultation. You can even book your appointment online.

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Hormone Replacement Therapy Q & A

Who needs hormone replacement therapy?

Your gynecologist at Axmann & Whitaker Gynecologic Associates may recommend hormone replacement therapy (HRT) when your menopause symptoms make getting through daily life difficult.

Dr. Axmann only recommends HRT only for some women, including those who have:

Severe hot flashes and other symptoms
Lost bone mass
Experienced premature menopause
Had their ovaries removed

What is bioidentical hormone replacement therapy?

Bioidentical HRT uses naturally-derived hormones that are bioidentical to the hormones your body creates. These hormones mimic what your natural hormones do, and your body can’t tell the difference between them.

Some bioidentical hormones are pharmaceutical products that remain the same for every dosage. Instead of taking a one-size-fits-all approach, Dr. Axmann often opts for customized HRT: She creates the right combination of bioidentical hormones in the right levels to relieve your symptoms.

Because of this personalized approach, you may get a different combination over time as your body adjusts to menopause. Dr. Axmann monitors your hormone levels to determine the best bioidentical HRT for your needs.

What are the benefits of hormone replacement therapy?

If you opt for HRT, you can reap a range of benefits. First and foremost, HRT reduces both the severity and frequency of your menopause symptoms. It may:

Help you sleep better
Reduce hot flashes and night sweats
Stabilize your mood
Increase your libido
Improve vaginal health, including lubrication and dryness

Furthermore, HRT gives you a level of protection against certain age-related diseases. For example, it may reduce your risk of osteoporosis, heart disease, and the development of Parkinson’s like symptoms.

For your convenience, HRT comes in a variety of forms, and Dr. Axmann may suggest oral medications, topical lotions, vaginal creams, or insertable pellets, which provide HRT over a period of time.

To learn more about HRT and if it’s the right choice for you, call the office or schedule your appointment online today.

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