If you haven’t already heard, bio identical hormones Therapy are increasingly popular in Tampa.
There are many claims about them, but they haven’t been proven by the Food and Drug Administration. While this type of replacement therapy can be beneficial, you should understand the facts and myths surrounding BHRT, before jumping in and making a decision that could be based on misinformation.
The Claims
Many claims have surfaced about BHRT, which claims it’s a safer alternative to other prescription drugs and that it can reduce hormonal imbalances to help you lose weight. It’s also been claimed that it will prevent senility and Alzheimer’s disease. Marketing claims state they’re very similar or the same as other hormone options and can be taken in pills, lotions, gels and creams that can be better than taking other drugs for HRT.
The problem is that the FDA hasn’t had time to do enough research to support any of those claims. While you and your doctor may feel these alternatives are better than other choices, you should know the difference between fact and unproven claims so you can make a more informed decision.
Safe and Effective
There hasn’t been a lot of scientific evidence that says these options are more safe and effective than other options.
That doesn’t mean that they can’t help you. It just means that the FDA hasn’t had the time to go through its evaluation process, which goes through early testing, designs and results of clinical testing.
They will also check out the side effects and severity and how the drug is manufactured. That doesn’t mean that tests haven’t been done to ensure that these options are safe. It just means that the FDA hasn’t done specific tests yet.
Prevent Diseases/Cancer
Just like MHT drugs, bio identical hormones can increase your risk of breast cancer, heart disease and dementia in certain groups.
That doesn’t mean that you shouldn’t consider the therapy, because MHT and HRT options can also increase your risks, as well. Therefore, it can be said that BHRT options aren’t going to prevent diseases and cancer, but they won’t increase your risk any more than MHT options will.
Estriol
Most Bio Identical hormones in Tampa contain a weaker form of estrogen, called estriol, which is said to be safer than other estrogen products. However, its effectiveness and safety aren’t known yet.
Again, that doesn’t mean that it couldn’t be beneficial to you. It just means that the FDA hasn’t proven it is.