Wake County NC Bioidentical Hormones Specialist, Jennifer Yap, D.O. at Biofunctional Med creates customized treatment programs that address individual needs. Both men and women from Cary, Apex, Raleigh and surrounding Wake County, NC have been able to overcome hormonal imbalances and recapture their youthful energy and improved health.

A decline in hormone production is a natural part of aging in both men and women. Although it typically starts in the 30’s, most people don’t feel the full effects of declining hormones until they are closer to middle age.

For men, the first indication of waning hormones is often problems with sexual performance and feeling like they have no ambition. Women, who are typically more in-tune with their bodies due to the monthly menstrual cycle, may complain of mood swings, weight gain, and a lowered sex drive.

  • Hot flashes and night sweats
  • Fatigue
  • Anxiety, depression, and irritability
  • Low libido
  • Memory lapses and trouble concentrating
  • Weight gain
  • Headaches
  • Insomnia and sleep apnea
  • Lack of muscle tone

Regardless of your age, gender, or specific symptoms, patients can find relief with Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT).

Traditional Hormone Replacement Therapy

Because hormones affect so many functions of the human body, it may take you a while to realize that many of the uncomfortable symptoms you are experiencing are related. For example, you may receive individual prescriptions for frequent headaches or insomnia only to continue to struggle in other areas. This is because most traditional doctors treat symptoms without exploring the root cause. You become increasingly frustrated and discouraged as your doctor keeps missing the connection between your symptoms and hormone imbalance.

Some doctors may suggest synthetic hormone replacement therapy after other treatments fail to bring relief. Unfortunately, this may make your problems worse. Synthetic hormones are associated with several serious health conditions, including endometrial cancers, blood clots, heart attack, abnormal liver function, and pancreatitis. Additionally, they generally take longer for the body to accept and process. While these complications are uncommon, many people do experience common side effects like nausea and muscle cramping.

How BHRT is Different?

The first major difference between Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy and synthetic hormones is that Bioidentical Hormones are created from natural plant based extracts. The natural hormones in these plants remain unchanged during the compounding process because they are nearly identical to the natural hormonal structure that exists in the human body.

For most people on Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy, the similar cellular structure means that the compound is metabolized in their body faster and easier. With their hormones in balance, men and women in the 30’s, 40’s, and beyond are able to enjoy renewed energy, better health, and a more positive outlook on life.

Treating Specific Health Conditions with Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy

In addition to the relief of general symptoms associated with hormone decline, many BHRT specialists prescribe Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy to treat a variety of conditions that are ultimately related to a hormone imbalance, dominance or deficiency. These can include:

Within one month of starting treatment, you may notice improvement in some or all of these areas:

  • Balanced moods: You no longer experience feelings of hostility, anxiety, or depression that you can’t explain. Your emotions are on a much more even keel.
  • Increased sex drive: Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy increases the libido of both genders to what it was before they started suffering the effects of hormone loss.
  • More regular sleep patterns: Hormone imbalance affects the hypothalamus, the area of the brain that regulates sleep. Restoring that balance helps decrease insomnia and gets you back to a more predictable pattern of sleep.
  • Fat loss and improved muscle mass:  Low levels of estrogen makes it hard to lose body fat while low testosterone levels have a negative effect on muscle tone. Replacing these hormones helps to eliminate both problems.

Learn more about the benefits of Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy here. 

As a Wake County NC Bioidentical Hormones Specialist, Jennifer Yap, D.O. is happy to provide patients with detailed information, answer all questions, and discuss any concerns. She will listen carefully to patients and will perform testing on hormone levels to determine imbalances. Countless Cary, Apex, Raleigh and surrounding Wake County, NC patients in Doctor Yap’s care have been able to use Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy to regain their health and improve their levels of wellness.

To learn more about a specialized Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy program, contact Wake County NC Bioidentical Hormones Specialist, Jennifer Yap, D.O. at BiofunctionalMed today to schedule a consultation!