Female HRT is offered using principally natural hormones, by which we mean hormones which are identical in structure to the oestrogens and progesterone normally present in the body. These may be prescribed as tablets, creams, or pessaries. Alternative nutritional advice for menopausal symptoms is also offered with food supplements and herbal remedies. Thyroid hormone levels are reduced in a significant number of women after the menopause. For that reason we always investigate thyroid function and supplement with it when appropriate.
Common symptoms are dry hair and skin, susceptibility to cold, and mental slowing.
For replacement purposes we often recommend Armour Thyroid Hormone which contains the correct mix natural to our body. Human Growth Hormone has been successfully used in this clinic for older people with low growth hormone levels as part of a programme of multiple hormone replacement therapy. Benefits include increased energy, muscle strength, and well-being. We have also recently found GH of help in multiple sclerosis and in Parkinson s disease. In osteoporosis it can increase bone density thereby reducing the risk of fractures.