Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)

If you’re feeling a bit off and struggle with fatigue, weight gain, hot flashes, or other bothersome symptoms, see the experts at Open Door Medical Clinic in Great Falls, Montana. Osteopathic medicine specialists Melonie Parmley, DO, Ardine Balili, PAC, and the team offer hormone replacement therapy (HRT) to balance your levels and help you look and feel more like yourself. Schedule an evaluation by phone or request one online today to get started.

What is HRT?

Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is a treatment in which you take hormones that are identical to those your body naturally produces. 

HRT is a helpful treatment for men or women with low levels of testosterone, estrogen, progesterone, thyroid hormone, or other hormones who experience negative symptoms.

Which symptoms can HRT help treat?

HRT can help ease the following symptoms of a hormone imbalance:

• Hot flashes
• Night sweats
• Weight gain
• Fatigue
• Brain fog
• Thinning hair
• Skin changes
• Depression
• Mood swings
• Vaginal dryness in women
• Erectile dysfunction (ED) in men
• Low sex drive
• More body fat
• Muscle loss
• Reduced strength
• Difficulty concentrating

You might feel a bit “off,” but can’t quite figure out why. The Open Door Medical Clinic team can evaluate your hormone levels to determine if you’re a candidate for HRT.

Is HRT right for me?

If your hormones are low due to a medical condition or aging, HRT might be right for you. After reviewing the results of your blood tests, discussing your symptoms, and completing a physical exam, the Open Door Medical Clinic team lets you know if you’re a candidate for HRT.

However, HRT may not be a match if you have a history of:

• Certain cancers
• Abnormal vaginal bleeding
• Blood clots
• Heart disease
• Stroke
• Heart attack
• Liver disease
• Gallbladder disease

Pregnant women are also not candidates for HRT.

What can I expect during HRT?

Your HRT treatment may consist of:

• Pills
• Patches
• Pellets
• Injections
• Creams
• Gels
• Sprays
• Vaginal applications 

The right HRT form for you depends on the type of hormone therapy you need, your lifestyle, and your treatment preferences.

Simply use your HRT exactly as instructed by the Open Door Medical Clinic team and follow up periodically with medical exams and lab testing to ensure your treatment is effective. Call the office anytime with questions about your treatment plan.

Over time, you should notice:

• More energy
• Mood improvements
• Leaner physique
• Boosted sex drive
• Healthier hair and skin
• Other wellness benefits

It’s important to stay active, get enough sleep, eat a balanced diet, minimize stress, and avoid smoking and excess alcohol consumption. 

Schedule an HRT evaluation at Open Door Medical Clinic by calling the office or using the online booking feature today.