Hormone Replacement Therapy in Brigham City, and Ogden, Utah
Hormone levels naturally shift with age, and for many people those changes bring uncomfortable, life-altering symptoms. Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) can restore balance and relief. At Westbroek Family Medicine, we offer personalized hormone therapy for both women and men across Brigham City and Ogden, carefully tailored to each patient's symptoms, health history, and goals.
Hormone Replacement Therapy for Women
HRT is medication that contains female hormones, used to replace the estrogen the body stops producing during menopause. It's most often used to treat common menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes and vaginal discomfort, and it has also been shown to prevent bone loss and reduce fractures in postmenopausal women.
As with any treatment, there are risks that depend on the type of therapy, the dose, how long it's taken, and your individual health profile. For best results, hormone therapy should be tailored to each person and reevaluated regularly to ensure the benefits continue to outweigh the risks.
Hormone Replacement Therapy for Men (TRT)
Testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) is available in many forms, including creams, troches, oral medications, and injectables. Symptoms of low testosterone (Low T) reach far beyond reduced sex drive and muscle loss. They can also include fatigue, depression, and loss of interest in activities you once enjoyed.
After age 40, testosterone and testicular function decline by roughly 2% per year, and that decline accelerates significantly later in life. A simple evaluation can determine whether Low T is behind your symptoms and whether TRT is right for you.