There are many challenges facing women as they age. In addition to decreased levels of estrogen, progesterone and testosterone, other hormones taper off during menopause such as DHEA, melatonin, human growth hormone and thyroid hormones. At the same time, different hormones (e.g. insulin, parathyroid hormone and cortisol) may accumulate in excessive amounts.

As these hormone levels decrease, women experience a magnitude of symptoms that affect the breasts, vagina, bones, blood vessels, gastrointestinal tract, urinary tract, cardiovascular system, skin, brain and energy levels.

Due to the hormonal imbalance, women experience hot flashes, loss of libido, weight gain, insomnia and emotional changes. There are also increased risks of osteoporosis and cardiovascular disease.

With proper implementation of Hormone Replacement Therapy, these risks and symptoms can be greatly reduced and sometimes eliminated altogether.