Bioidentical Hormone Replacement, Merrick NY
Menopause and Perimenopause in Merrick, Long Island
Common symptom of Perimenopause and Menopause
Symptoms can vary greatly in duration and intensity among women.
They are mostly due to changing hormone levels.
These hormones are estrogen, progesterone and testosterone
Symptoms:
Hot flashes and night sweats
Weight gain
"Brain Fog" and Cognitive issues
Sleep problems
Mood changes
Irregular periods (perimenopause)
Urinary problems
Changes in sex drive
Health impacts and long-term risks
The drop in estrogen levels after menopause increases a woman's risk for certain health issues.
- Heart disease: The risk of cardiovascular disease increases after menopause.
- Osteoporosis: A faster loss of bone can lead to weaker, more brittle bones and therefore increase the risk of fractures.
- Skin Changes: Dry skin, increase in wrinkles and laxity of skin.
Treatments and management of Perimenopause and Menopause in Merrick, Long Island by Dr. Debra Hoffman
Menopause symptoms can be managed. You don't have to feel like this forever. You are not alone.
Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) Long Island, NY
This is a medical treatment that can be highly effective.
Dr. Hoffman has personally seen so many of her patients have such positive results.
They are so excited to feel more like themselves again!
How it works is you schedule a visit to go over what your personal symptoms are.
Based on discussion with Dr. Debra Hoffman, Hormone Replacement Therapy can be prescribed.
Usually the prescription is in the form of a topical cream for daily use.
Likely it will include Estradiol, Progesterone and Testosterone all mixed into one cream.
Over the next month you will start to feel relief and more balanced.
Dr. Hoffman does not implant hormone pellets for perimenopause or menopause.
Her professional opinion is that often the doses in the pellets are too high for woman.
As well, once they are placed under your skin during a small procedure, adjusting the dose is more difficult.
Finally they are very expensive.
The treatment of perimenopause or menopause does not require that kind of investment.
Insurance is not accepted for this service.
Most insurance companies do not cover the visit or Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Prescriptions.
You can Text (917) 882-4122 to schedule your visit.
The initial visit is approximately 45 minutes to one hour long.
This is a personal journey. Dr. Hoffman has the utmost respect for your privacy.