Advantages of Hormone Therapy
Posted by steve on August 12, 2008
Human growth hormone therapy is also known as hormonal therapy. This particular therapy refers to the use of hormones for medical treatment. Hormone therapy is used for treatment of various acute diseases. For instance hormone therapy is used for the treatment of cancer, testosterone replacements, intersexual conditions and also for hormonal deficiencies. Hormone therapy is also used for psychological treatments.
Hormone treatment also improves menopausal symptoms. Menopause is a natural change, which takes place during 45 to 55 years of age. When a woman reaches her menopause stage she faces certain chronic problems. However, the problems may vary from each other. After menopause, women tend to suffer from hot flashes, vaginal dryness, bone losses, insomnia and so on.
Hormone therapy improves all these chronic symptoms. About 75% women suffer from hot flashes, which leads to insomnia. Headache, nausea, palpitations are some of the symptoms of hot flashes. Menopause treatment educates you about the different symptoms and how to deal with them. Bisphosphonates, SERMs, Clonidine, Gabapentin are some of the drugs, which can bring relief to menopausal problems. It is advisable to consult a doctor before consuming any menopausal treatment drugs.
Hormone therapy can be taken in various forms. It can be either taken in the form of pill, cream or gel. You can also undertake hormone therapy in the form of injections, implant, patches or you can also opt for vaginal ring. Urinary incontinence, heart diseases, wrinkles, memory loss are some of the menopausal symptoms, which can be improved with hormone therapy.