- Osteoporosis
- Medical Weight LossWeight Loss Resistance is usually another problem that occurs with hormonal imbalances. Progesterone and estrogen are normally the culprits that lead to weight loss difficulties and resistance. Overall body composition is greatly dependent on having balanced hormones, a healthy digestive tract, a balanced diet, exercise, and an awareness of food allergies.
- Primary CareDr. Matos-Cloke is a Board Certified Internist with more than 20 years of experience, including 10 years of teaching Primary Care Medicine to residents and medical students (received Faculty Teaching Achievement Award). She is passionate about health and helping her patients achieve well-being. Dr. Matos-Cloke also served as Medical Director of St. Joseph Hospital’s Family Health Center as well as the Department Head of their Primary Care Teaching Program.
- Male InfertilityWhile infertility was traditionally thought to be primarily a female issue, more recent studies have shown that male infertility is a significant contributor to the problem. According to the
- Female Infertility
- EndometriosisEstrone is mainly produced after menopause, and it is considered to be a reserve source of estrogen. Estrone is derived from estradiol, the ovaries, liver, fat cells, and adrenal glands, and if amounts are too high, the body may produce extra breast and uterine tissue. For this reason, some researches agree that excess amounts can lead to endometriosis, fibroids, and breast or uterine cancer.
- Pregnancy
- Labor and DeliveryTestosterone, in women, is made mainly by the adrenal glands, but the ovaries also supply small amounts of testosterone. Testosterone controls a number of activities in the human body, and deficiencies can lead to a number of health issues. Testosterone deficiencies can be caused by adrenal fatigue, childbirth, chemotherapy, depression, endometriosis, and psychological trauma. When testosterone levels are too low, women may experience low libido, muscle atrophy, increased flabbiness and body fat, low motivation, and weaker bones.
- Internal MedicineDoctor Dr. Matos-Cloke is a graduate of New York University and completed her residence training in internal medicine at Mount Sinai Hospital where she received numerous awards. Certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and in the SottoPelle® Bio-Identical Hormone Therapy Method.
- Ovarian CancerBio-Identical Hormones on the other hand are 100% natural and considered the safest form of hormone replacement therapy. Structurally they are exact same shape and form as the hormones that our body produces. Because these hormones are identical, patients will not feel any side effects from them. In case studies, taking bio-identical hormones has even shown to have protective qualities against breast and ovarian cancer, osteoporosis, high cholesterol and heart disease. Once you receive treatment, you should begin noticing a difference within 1 to 2 weeks. After 2 to 3 weeks of receiving the therapy you should experience a marked improvement in your symptoms.
- NeurologyAnother study, published in the journal “Neurology”, found that BHRT was able to slow the decline of cognitive function in older adults. The study found that people who received BHRT had a slower decline in cognitive function than those who did not receive BHRT.
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)Dopamine and serotonin are neurotransmitters that play a role in mood, behavior, and cognition. Low levels of dopamine and serotonin have been linked to a number of mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, and ADHD.
- Depression
- Mental HealthDepression is a mental health disorder characterized by a persistently depressed mood or loss of interest in activities, causing significant impairment in daily life. Depression affects how you feel, think, sleep, eat, and work. Biological, lifestyle, and hormonal factors may be linked to depression. A hormonal imbalance may worsen the symptoms of depression. We can help.
- PsychiatryAnother study, published in the journal “Biological Psychiatry”, found that BHRT was able to improve symptoms of ADHD in men with low levels of testosterone.
- Insomnia
- Anxiety
- ThyroidAs we age, sometimes as young as 30, our bodies tend to experience hormonal imbalances. While this can be a common phenomenon it can also be uncomfortable and will lead to a decline in health and wellness. Some issues that can arise from hormonal imbalances include hair loss, fatigue, thyroid disease, weight gain, depression and sexual dysfunction just to name a few.
- Chemotherapy
- HysterectomyA hysterectomy is the surgical meaning for removal of the uterus. After a hysterectomy, you will no longer have your period or ovulate and can also no longer get pregnant, thus thrusting you into menopause. Menopause elicits many hormonal imbalances in the body and can lead to hot flashes, periods of sadness, hair loss, and irritability to name a few, but hormone replacement therapy can work to ease your symptoms.