HORMONE REPLACEMENT THERAPY
Endocrine hormones are of essential importance for reproduction, and later in life for metabolism, the cardiovascular system, and the general well being of the women on Menopause & men in Andropause, which is characterized by a dramatic decrease in estrogen secretion, and is accompanied by diminishing progesterone and androgen levels, triggers a multiple loss of functions. Especially in regions of the brain's Cortex and also (central vegetative neuronal system, psyche, libido, cognition, memory), the bone, the skin, connective tissue, peripheral vessels, and cardiovascular system. Ultimately, this causes alterations in those systems; these alterations can lead to an increase in oxidation and a weakened lipid metabolism, resulting in high cholesterol levels and an increased risk of Alzheimer’s disease, myocardial infarction, and apoplexy. From this point of view, it seems sensible to consider a long-term HRT with progestins and estrogens.
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At present day, it appears that the only way of significantly extending human lifespan is with caloric restriction. However, there are a number of factors, which seemingly can improve lifespan. In his presentation on behalf of The Endocrine Society and The Hormone Foundation, Dr Robert B Jaffe, the Fred Gellert Professor of Reproductive Medicine and Biology at the University of California, San Francisco, discussed the impact that recently released hormonal treatment studies, such as the Women's Health Initiative (WHI), have had on patients who take or are considering taking combined estrogen and progestin treatment. "The new research that has come out over the past few months has caused distress and confusion for millions of women, and it has changed the way that doctors practice medicine when it comes to menopause," said Dr. Klatz. "I believe that it is essential for the medical community to Expose these new data so that patients can understand how this information will impact their healthcare and doctors will understand the best ways to treat postmenopausal and post andropausal patients in the future."
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What is Hormone Replacement Therapy?
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So, what does HRT or hormone replacement therapy refer to? It is basically a method used for increasing specific hormone levels in the body which have declined with the growing age of the person. Women mainly undergo estrogen treatment to fight problems like hot flashes, mood swings, weight gain, vaginal dryness, and night sweats suffered after menopause. Men generally opt for testosterone hormone replacement therapy to improve muscle tone and get help in proper erectile function. These two are the most common types of hormone replacement therapies opted by people. This kind of treatment is typically required by a person in his forties or fifties though the problem has become common in people in their thirties as well.
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Types of Hormone Replacement Therapies
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At present, the most common types of hormone replacement therapies include HGH, testosterone, estrogen and combine estrogen and progesterone treatment.
HGH refers to human growth hormone. This kind of treatment is available for both males and females whose blood tests for Insulin Growth Factor 1 (IGF-1) are not up to the required level and show that their bodies don’t produce the required quantity of somatropin.
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Benefits of Hormone Replacement Therapy
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Though testosterone is basically related to male sex hormone, it is necessary for both the male and female genders for various benefits and adequate sexual desire and activity.
Estrogen therapy is mainly given to women who have gone through the process of hysterectomy. The combined therapy of estrogen and progesterone is given to women who have their uterus intact. Estrogen and progesterone are synthetic hormones whereas HGH and testosterone are biologically identical therapies.
With innumerable benefits of hormone replacement therapy, people undergoing the treatment find improved arousal, better performance, and increased desire for pleasure in their lives.
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Of course, the benefits achieved by individuals are according to each individual’s personal needs. Some of the benefits of testosterone treatment include improved sexual functions and responses, increased lean muscle mass, tone, and strength, Stronger bones, thicker hair and possible regrowth, improved focus and memory, lower cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides, deeper sleep, increased energy and stamina, improved mood and outlook and increased red blood cell production.
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HGH injections mainly given for growth hormone deficiency offer all the benefits including various other positive results as well. It gives tighter, firmer skin, stronger nails, improved immune system functions and shorter recovery times, increased cellular regeneration, internal organ growth, and support and possible eyesight strengthening.
Women receiving estrogen or a combined therapy of estrogen/progesterone get the benefit of cessation of menopausal side effects, improved brain functions, mood and outlook boosting, thicker hair, better sleep, and improved muscle function and bone density.