Menopause is a natural biological process that marks the end of a woman's reproductive years. The average age for menopause is 51, but it can occur anytime between the ages of 40-55.
As a woman approaches menopause, her body produces less of the key hormones estrogen and progesterone. This decline in hormones causes various symptoms like hot flashes, night sweats, vaginal dryness, trouble sleeping, mood changes, and more. Hormone therapy can provide relief by replacing the diminished hormones.
Treating menopausal symptoms goes beyond just relieving discomfort. Maintaining optimal hormone levels during this transition is crucial for protecting long-term health.
Estrogen and other hormones help regulate many body processes. Declining levels raise a woman's risk for:
Catching and addressing hormone imbalance early on can help deter these problems. Harmony Hormone Clinic provides comprehensive menopause treatment tailored to your needs.
The first step is confirming you have a true hormone deficiency causing your symptoms.
Blood tests and saliva tests can compare your levels of key hormones like estrogen, progesterone and testosterone to optimal reference ranges. Common imbalances include:
Thyroid hormones like TSH should be measured too since thyroid dysfunction intensifies menopause symptoms.
Hormone results can vary drastically between women with similar menopausal symptoms. Testing provides vital data to create customized treatment instead of a one-size-fits all approach.
We collaborate with top rated labs that use advanced testing methods for optimal accuracy. Visit our website to learn more about testing options.
Harmony Hormone Clinic is a leading menopause clinic providing comprehensive diagnosis and treatment of hormone imbalance for women in Dickinson and surrounding areas.
Our clinic is directed under Dr. Jane Wells, a board certified OB-GYN and nationally recognized menopause specialist with over 15 years expertise helping women navigate this transition.
Her specialized training and experience sets her apart from general practitioners. She stays current on the latest advancements in hormone therapy, tailoring evidence based protocols to each woman’s needs.
We support women through the entire menopausal journey - from early perimenopause, during the transition, and in postmenopausal years. Our goal is optimizing wellbeing long after periods cease.
“Bioidentical” means the molecular structure perfectly matches natural human hormones. This allows optimal activation of hormone receptors in the body.
Made from natural plant extracts, bioidentical estrogens, progesterone and testosterone are engineered to be identical to what your ovaries and adrenals produce.
We prescribe FDA approved and pharmaceutical grade hormones for guaranteed quality and safety. Compounded bioidenticals can lack purity regulation.
Treatment is available in various formulations: oral tablets, skin patches and gels, vaginal inserts, pellet implants and injectable solutions. This allows personalized plans based on your needs and preferences.
Many women going through menopause find relief from symptoms like hot flashes and mood changes through cognitive behavioral therapy techniques like paced breathing and mindfulness meditation. These non-pharmacological approaches can be as effective as hormone therapy in some cases, without side effects.
After thorough evaluation of hormone testing results and discussion of treatment goals, we develop a protocol catered to your situation.
Coverage typically involves a base of standard estrogen and/or progesterone therapy. We often incorporate additional supportive therapies like testosterone, DHEA and others as needed for optimal restoration.
Treatment must balance both relieving symptoms in the short term while protecting long term health. Our expertise and specialization is key for this delicate balance.
Careful monitoring and follow up testing allows responsively adjusting doses to keep your levels optimized as your needs evolve. We partner with you throughout the menopausal transition and beyond.
Below outlines the general process we use for initiating care.
We further support your transition through counsel about nutrition, exercise, stress relief and other lifestyle factors. Our goal is addressing the whole woman, inside and out.
The climate and environment during menopausal treatment can impact quality of life and therapy response. Dickinson features a mild climate and access to amenities that enhance your experience.
We understand the transition to menopause can be an emotional one. We help connect patients with mental health resources including therapists and support groups.
Relaxation resources like massage, acupuncture and yoga studios can further support balancing hormones and handling stress. Dickinson offers abundant options for self care.
Healthy lifestyle choices also influence hormone response: nutritious eating, restorative sleep, staying active through walking and yoga, and employing stress reduction techniques. We provide counseling to incorporate positive habits.
Managing menopause is complex - from testing methods, interpreting labs, choosing quality bioidenticals, perfecting doses and more.
Expertise and experience are vital for optimizing treatment success. Our specialty trained menopause doctors offer true expertise in female endocrinology that is unmatched in the area.
We partner with you through each phase of your journey - whether you are newly experiencing symptoms in perimenopause, deep in the menopausal transition, or years beyond periods ending needing maintenance.
Navigate your transition smoothly and protect future wellbeing with Harmony Hormone Clinic. Contact us today to begin your treatment path or learn more through our many educational resources.
