Progesterone levels start dropping in your late 20’s, falling dramatically after age 30 and are almost nonexistent at the age of menopause, which can begin as early as age 35 in some women. Most women know how low levels of progesterone feel if they have ever experienced symptoms of anxiety, irritability, weight gain, PMS, mood swings or “frazzled women” right before their cycle. After menopause when progesterone is nonexistent, these symptoms continue without progesterone replacement therapy and can lead to a decreased feeling of wellness and suffering. Through balanced hormone therapy using estradiol, testosterone and progesterone, women can feel like themselves again and regain the youthful feeling of wellness they once had.
Patients receiving bioidentical progesterone experience a reduced risk with some of the common diseases and chronic conditions associated with aging. Progesterone provides increased protection from breast and uterine cancer, as well as osteoporosis, ovarian cysts, and fibrocystic disease.
Women who are menstruating will notice a decrease in bloating and headaches occurring as a result of menstrual cycle. Additionally, moods swings and other PMS symptoms will be greatly reduced with the use of bioidentical progesterone therapy.
Do you have any of these symptoms?