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A variety of BHRT products can be prescribed to reduce imbalances found in specific hormone levels, in both men and women. There are both branded products and those compounded by pharmacies to your bespoke prescription. The hormones being replaced within BHRT treatments include: • Oestrogen (main female sex hormone) measured through the specific levels of the oestrogen hormones estrone, estradiol or estriol. The amount of estradiol varies during a menstrual cycle, but drops to a very low level after menopause. Not all of the oestrogens have the same effect, and the exact replacement prescription should contain an appropriate amount to treat your situation and symptoms. This will treat the symptoms of hot flushes, vaginal dryness, urinary concerns, as well as improving skin and hair health. It is also used preventatively against osteoporosis, certain age-related eye concerns, as well as strokes and heart disease. • Progesterone (female sex hormone). This will treat mood swings and depression and can also help with difficulty sleeping. It is used preventatively against breast and uterine cancers, ovarian cysts and heart disease. • Testosterone (main male sex hormone). Regulating this hormone in men is used to improve energy, increase libido, help mood swings and depression and protect against heart disease. It is also important for women, and improves libido and energy levels, as well as muscle and bone strength. • DHEA (Dehydroepiandrosterone) – a precursor to the sex hormones, produced in adrenal glands, the testicles or ovaries and the brain. It is used in treatment to stimulate the immune system, decrease cholesterol and body fat (particularly visceral fat), reduce the risk of heart disease and improve mood and well-being due to its antidepressant effects. • Pregnenolene (a precursor to other hormones). This is used in treatment to repair cells in the brain and nerve tissues, particularly for memory enhancement. • Melatonin – this is the hormone which not only regulates other hormones but also maintains the body’s circadian rhythm or sleep pattern. This will treat difficulties with sleeping and help regulate normal sleep patterns, as well as the depth and quality of sleep achieved. In turn, this has an effect on energy and mood. It also has powerful anti-oxidant effects. Clinics may refer to BHRT replacements by brand names or have their own compounds formulated, but you should make sure that you know which hormones they contain. It is much easier to research the effects of these hormones in the human body and to then understand exactly why they are being prescribed to you.

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