COMPLETE GUIDE to HORMONE REPLACEMENT THERAPY // Hormones
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- Bio Identical Hormones are misunderstood as is Hormone Replacement Therapy. Dr Rajani reviews the history of synthetic versus bio identical plant based treatments for menopause and pre menopause.
Are bio identical hormones safe and what is the breast cancer risk.
Why was hormone replacement not an issue years ago and how is it affecting those living longer?
Do people look and feel better on hormones?
Do hormones and bio identical hormones make you look younger?
Do hormones improve skin elasticity and skin?
Learn the functions of Estrogen, Progesterone and Testosterone. Dr. Rajani explains the most popular options for Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement and the pros and cons of each option. Learn about Hormone .How does diet and exercise impact your hormones?
Common symptoms of menopause like hot flashes, vaginal dryness, insomnia, brain fog, fatigue, low libido, mood swings, anxiety/ depression, joint pain and weight gain can all be improved with bio-identical hormone replacement therapy.
What are the 3 types of estrogen in a women? Estrone (E1), Estradiol (E2) and Estriol (E3) and what are their functions?
What are conjugated equine estrogens?
What are the risks and benefits and how does the women's health initiative study play into the picture.
What's the difference between synthetic progestins and bio-identical progesterone?
What's the difference between oral estrogen and transdermal estrogen?
What safety measures are important when on HRT?
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Great video. Thank you!
@@ArcturusAndromeda them jowls, ugh. 😵💫
@s a I can’t say it will work for your headaches, but I have seen pellets help women with menstrual migraines
@s a migraines are definitely not a contraindication :)
I just turned 70. I started bio-identical HRT when I was 55. Everything the Dr. says here is ABSOLUTELY TRUE!! I am living proof! I still work a full-time job as a paralegal (which means my mind/memory have to be sharp) and I have amazing energy levels. I have to stay on top of my weight by eating clean and exercise (I weigh 125). I truly ENDORSE this method of HRT. To me, it's a great way to stay in optimum health (along with eating "good" and exercising). Dr. R -- you're the bomb! Love your videos! (P.S. If you need a "poster girl" for bio-identical HRT, I'm volunteering now). 🙂
I will be 55 next month. I am post menopausal and on zero HRT. What kind are you taking?
@@abigailelizabeth7729 do u smoke by chance cuz apparently u can’t take this if smoking that’s what my roadblock is
I have looked for a good doctor regarding menopause hormonal issues for the past 20 years. It is a depressing situation not to be able to find anyone.
@@abigailelizabeth7729 I began at age 55. My doctor is in Miami. I use the progesterone made in a formulary from plants. I have never smoked. Not sure about smoking as I have never heard that before. Smoking ages the body, so I just never started.
@@kayl.2194 yup u are absolutely right I wish I never started. I wish I back than knew that when I was younger
I am a physician in California with active hormone replacement patients. This is a superb presentation and I will encourage my patients to watch this. Well done!
Excellent. I appreciate that
Hi are you based in SoCal?
Thank you very much
What part of California re you located in?
@@the_dog_goddess SoCal
My grandmother was taken off hrt when she was 80, she was mad about it, she ages so fast after that but did do well until 101!!! Passed at 102 from staff infection from an injection. Stay on our hormones ladies!!!
Thank you! I was wondering about experiences of women who’ve come off hrt.
Heard this can cause cancer
God bless your grandmother. That was cruel of her dr..it should be her decision and no one else’s. I have heard of several other women this happened to age 80-92 and they were miserable afterwards for many years.
Do you care to share the HRT she was taking? Thanks
BTW, it's STAPH infection, not staff. Too many people think it's from the staff nurse that gave the injection. It's a form of staphylococcus that the patient is often already colonized with.
I work in a senior center. All who are on HRT are slim with not many diseases of aging. That’s a real life testimonial. I’m on them and never felt better and can probably work until I’m 70.
What kind do you take ? Pills ? Patch ?
Would like to know too!
Hi, I’m 73 & just began the Biote pellets. Already I am experiencing getting my libido charged up and my brain fog is lifting. Plz do a TH-cam for women like me starting Hormone Therapy later in life. Many thanks for your helpful presentation!
Excellent. Congratulations. Will do
That's great! I am 63 and thought it was too late for me. Thank you.
I’m 53 and started HRT about 3 weeks ago. So far so good. I am sleeping better and having less hot flashes. Took about 2 years to make this decision. Left the first doctor’s office in tears , she made me feel terrible for even asking about it. I am with a good practitioner now who is supportive and I trust her.
Some doctors really lack empathy. It's nuts.
She was probably telling you the truth...
@@mkb5984incorrect.
@@mkb5984 as a woman myself I can confidently say the majority of woman can't handle the truth. That enjoy comfortable lies.
Good for you! I had to fight my doctor to add a vaginal estrogen. Most doctors still ascribe to the data from the Women’s Health Initiative which is a crap, totally misinterpreted study.
Dr. Rajani you left me speechless with the depth and knowledge on explaning hormones. I am 64 and have been dealing and still am to this very day dealing with this issue since age 35. This is the best explanation of hormones I have ever heard and I want to thank you for your beautiful heart bringing this issue up to women which in my opinion is not given enough importance by most professionals especially in your field. I love your programs I love everything you teach women and I applaud you. God Bless you always.
Thanks for watching and I am so glad you enjoyed.
So brilliant! Thank you
Speechless....my ears were bleeding 😂😂😂
@@rajanimdskincare yes im enjoy dok, please make simple langguage or slank, im not from US, apart of Asia.., thank you for your understanding.
It’s outrageous that the medical profession treats half of all humans losing so much health, vitality and quality of life halfway through life as unimportant.
Exactly one year ago, one of my friends saw me struggling. I felt like something was really wrong with me. I was 53 and all the sudden I was noticing that I had no energy, would fall asleep as soon as I would get home from work, gaining weight, brain fog, memory was changing, my joints were aching all of the sudden, I felt depressed and had no desire for sex any longer. I was starting to isolate and spend more time by myself. I was really depressed because I had addressed symptoms of menopause with my OBGYN and felt dismissed and not taken seriously??? I mean, who do I talk to if she would act like "get over it, it's life". She did not believe in HRT and would not even discuss it with me. My friend saw me slowing down and without asking me questions, started sharing her own stories of what eventually led her to a doctor to help her and led her to Biote HRT Pellets. I was intrigued because she was the same age as me and she could run circles around me. She was everything I was in my 30 and 40's and had lost. I set up a consultation with her doctor October 2021 and started Biote HRT Pellet therapy and I can tell you it was days - not weeks, not months, not years....literally, days I could tell a huge difference. Every day got better and better. I am no longer suffering with all of the symptoms and feel great. Lost the extra weight, my sex life is better than it was in my 20's (which is crazy to me), no more weird moods or depression, no more anxiety, no more brain fog, my memory issues have cleared up, my joints no longer hurt and I sleep like a baby but I have tons of energy during the day and fall asleep when I want to go to sleep and not when I walk in the door from work. It has been LIFE CHANGING. I would recommend to anyone that is going through these symptoms to seek out someone that specializes in HRT and educate yourself and get some blood work done and see if this is for you - because it probably is for you and you do not even know it - please stop suffering - this is life changing and I hope more women will stop "accepting that this is just it for them" and "deal with it" AND they will not fall into the trap of thinking life will never be the same and be your own advocate and go get help. It is not cheap but it is worth every penny to feel like you did when you were in your 20s again - thank you for this video - I wish everyone to live their BEST LIFE. HUGS!!!!
What a great post! I have a similar background and HRT was a life saver for me.
I agree with this therapy…we can’t be perfect but we can feel great nd positive in all aspects of our life. Health is wealth nd happiness.
My friend is on Biote too, she had bad menopausal symtoms and it completely relieved it.
Thank you!! This is how I felt too when I broached the topic TWICE over the past 2 years with my OBGYN - dismissed!! Needless to say that this confirms my decision to find a NEW doctor because there is NO need to suffer any longer!! I want a REAL doctor that takes his/her oath seriously. 🙏❤️
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Great video !!! I had breast cancer at 36. Triple neg. Went on bioidenticsls after a hysterectomy. The surgeon didn’t give me hormone replacement and I went into an instant severe depression. Found a dr in LA Uzzi Reiss a few weeks later who put me on bioidenticals and the depression resolved in a day ! Recently switched to a transdermal climara estriol avail thru my insurance . In early 60s
You are a superstar! Most women will NOT reveal their doctor’s name to share with other women. That is why women are silently suffering. Their refusal is purely selfishness and gatekeeping is evil.
Bio identical hormones saved my life. I started using them at 57, that’s late but it still worked. My brain fog went away my appearance got better , my body looks better mood swings stopped. My quality of life improved so much. I will never stop using them.
What kind are you using? I'm debating on which method.
@@Karen-1111 Karen, I don't know if you started or not, but if you hesitate on hormone therapy... You can cut out dairy and sugar to gain benefits. I was a coffee drinker and my skin was terrible.. quit coffee and my skin became supple. I'm fifty.
I also eat sugary foods.. ice cream and cakes. Got rid of that and got rid of cheese and milk and yogurt.
I started taking probiotics for gut health and a m telling you.. it reversed my aging significantly.
If you can't get rid of those.. do the hormone therapy.
I am 57 and want to do this for the same reasons. Thank you for this!
Same here!
I started pellet therapy at 57 also. 10 yrs after I went post menopausal. I had terrible breast tenderness in the first year but that died down after first year as my body adjusted. I'm now on my second year taking them and feel great. Wish I started sooner.
At 68, both my husband and I are using pellets and they have given us our life back. Strength, mood, libido, and general quality of life has improved significantly! Absolutely agree with quality vs quantity! We would both choose this way again and again. Thank you for your in-depth discussion. Women truly need to know this information!
Does pellets mean it's bio identical hrt. Where do you go for that. Could you please share the drs name
Did you gain weight after using pellets?
I'm 69 and they don't want to give me HRT for the first time. I've noticed a huge change in my body and energy two years after losing 30 lbs.
@@mariabeckwith3336 May I ask why they don’t want to start you on bhrt’s?
@@vickig5898yes I would like to know too?
I appreciate you mentioning the animal cruelty involved in producing Premarin! I told my gynecologist I would not use it because of that, and thankfully there are alternatives better for us as well as horses! 💗
Thanks for sharing!!
I love horses😢
I am on bio identicals for 20 years. In my 50s just bio progesterone, never menopausal symptoms. In 60s added bio identical combo estraadiol and estriol. They are topical, nothing goes tghrough the liver. Having hormonal test 1x a year, they are made specifically for individual. In pharmacy.My last bone density in summer says SIGNIFICANTLY INCREASE BONE DENSITY IN SPINAL CORD AND HIPS. No medical conditions, no medications. Side effects. Smooth supple,thicker skin, better looking then I had in 40s. When I asked doctor who did clinical research in 1990s ,how long to take it. His response. Why would you ever stop. All you need regular blood test and adjusting it how time goes by.
Appreciate your sharing
♥️Thankyou: 68 and I need this 👍
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That's amazing how HRT greatly improved your bone density. It should be covered by insurance because once a woman breaks her hip, she becomes immobile and can never fully recover and her health drastically declines from there.
You are so clever Eva…I am a huge fan of bioidentical progesterone ever since my fertility doc had me use it at the beginning of pregnancy. It gets a bad rap but it got me through peri menopause. No estrogen, just progesterone. And the bioidentical Emerita cream you get through Amazon totally works…you don’t need much progesterone to keep things balanced. Dr. Lee’s books resonated with me. Have you heard of him? Adding estrogen when you are already estrogen dominant with corresponding symptoms would have been problematic.
THANK YOU For explaining this. I started HRT in May 2023 and has made a HUGE difference in my mood and wellbeing. I no longer feel the need for the anti depressant I've been taking for 4 years. I want to continue to learn more about HRT and BHRT. Understanding the impact of hormones became so important in my life that my millennial daughter started an initiative to talk about, share and inform women (particularly Latina women) about menopause and how to "reframe" "reorganize" "rebrand" the information we've been given. I'm 51 and our mothers weren't taught to talk about this and therefore we don't have accurate information on them (and us). This a new found passion I have and I will continue to educate myself. THANKS AGAIN Dr. Rajani for such a clear video highlighting this topic. ❤🙌
Good for you! I couldn't agree more. I am 65 yo and currently considering entering a fitness competition. I use a Wellness MD. HRT is a game changer.
I'm 53 and I'm not myself anymore. Tired, exhausted, I used to be a professional dancer (a lot of energy). Hot flashes, no strength for exercise. From one day to another boom no libido. Last 6 months everything went out.
This video came at a perfect time. I read the comments. TY to all for sharing, makes a huge difference.
Thank you Dr Rajani for this amazing video full of information. Your mission seems to be healing, teaching and helping us all to have knowledge to activate and make the right choices. ❤️ 💙 💜
Absolutely and I appreciate your support
You ran out of oil of course your not the same. People are like cars.. upkeep and maintenance is needed.
Get your HRT I started today and I already feel a slight shift in energy and brain fog lifting I'm only a few hours in.
Dr. Rajani, my sincerest "Thank you!" for covering this topic. You are my favourite and most trusted resource of all things pertaining to the female aesthetic and health. Your commitment to the provision of charming, comprehensive and comprehensible video gems is immeasurably beneficial and appreciated. May your audience be ever growing.
Dr. Rajani, you are a gift.
I very much appreciate your kind words and sharing the message. Make it an amazing day.
Totally understand why women would have been upset. There was a natural hormone prior to the “synthetics” but the Pharmaceuticals would rather find something that would kill some woman instead as long as they could make more money from it! Then $$ were spent on fixing a problem in men (as usual) and women were left out in the cold.
Lady Marinade I love your handle! 😄
BHRT has completely changed my life for the good I must say.
Thanks for this valuable information on menopause & HRT.
Because I didn’t pursue HRT, I lost 4 inches of height and many other things, over the last 15 years. I intend to find a doctor who will prescribe me HRT… it is my right.
With it I will have a full life again.
I have been on hormone replacement therapy with testosterone. I have been on them for 30 years. I am 73. I feel like I am 50. I will not go off of these for any reason. I am so very grateful I had a great Gynecologist who kept up to date on this issue.
Gailbaird - what did you say to your doctor to get the prescription for testosterone?
What dosage , if you don’t mind my asking? I just started and I think the dosage is too low.
Its very hard for the average woman to be able to receive these bio identicals. You have to visit numerous doctors before you find one that is "enlightened" enough to prescribe them and then you have cost which is usually not helped with insurance unless your test results prove to be off the charts low. I've been on them for years and absolutely think it helps but why should it be such a struggle? Certainly not that way for men and Viagra.
U sure got that right!👍🏻
I’ve had great luck going to a med spa.
Vicki Noland I use the monthly hormone shot (every 3-4 weeks) and my insurance company pays for part of it -my cost is $21. Insurance company pays for annual blood testing too but they pay exactly -0- for pellets. The pellets were about )$350 last time I had them about 5-6 years ago. They would last 3 months for me but can last up to 6 months. The pellets are cost prohibitive and I can’t afford them any more. However, I feel just as good now with the shots as I did with the pellets. My GYN said the shots are the same thing and are a close second to pellets. It’s worth looking around to find a provider and check with your insurance company assuming you have health insurance.
Agreed.
@@chrismahfouz7709 Thanks Chris, I will look into this, was not aware of the shots, right now I use the creams which are compounded and its totally out of pocket, insurance wont pay for this because they say I am not really low in the hormones for my age, but I am trying not to feel my age and with these creams feel better and younger, insurance says Nope, we wont pay for that, so thanks for some different ideas.
A few years ago I literally could hear my jawbone cracking. I had headaches, etc. My medical providers at the time were useless. When I asked if it could be bone loss and mentioned that I had done some reading on HRT and if that might help, they looked at me as if I had 3 heads and essentially said HRT was poison. When I dared to say that I had read a couple of books by credentialled (UCLA & Stanford doctors) medical professionals that argued something to the contrary, they treated me like I was an idiot. I note that both doctors were 55+. My solution was to find a more recently educated and more openminded doctor. I sought 2 opinions from younger doctors. The doctor I chose to work with told me not only did they think HRT was a good idea for me but the WHI study was, shall we say, in question. I have been on HRT for 4 years. After the first year when I went for a follow up, my doctor asked if I felt better on HRT and I simply said "it is crazy-talk how much better I feel!" My point here is don't be afraid to trust your gut and get another opinion on this subject.
Dr. Rajani: Thank you for providing information in such a thoughtful and measured manner!!!
read my post Dear. ⚘
I have had similar experiences. It is really sad not to be able to find a good doctor for the past 20 years. My life would be very different. Your story gives me hope that there may be docs out there if I continue to search. All the docs my compounding pharmacy recommended are not covered by insurance and average $3,000 to $10,000 to "get started".
If anyone knows of a Dr who will prescribe it in Melbourne pls let me know. Most Dr's are stuck in the dark ages and are scared to try new things!
@@mellawes533 Look for a younger more recently educated doctor, preferably a woman.
Thank you for sharing your story.
I had a hysterectomy at 44. Two years ago, and every time I asked gyn doctors. I consulted 3 doctors, they feel offended when I asked about Hormones treatment. Do you think you can share the link, about these professionals.
I would to like to learn more. Tysm
I am 52 and been on HRT since 46. I have young guys chasing me when I walk past them on the street. The youngest that has approached me for a date 😅 was 25! I am stunned at how young and attractive I still look to them. My friends joke that I will still be sexy even when I hit 80! So ladies HRT is all the way for me..
Huge congrats...enjoy
Wow, the wisdom you have on the female body every man should know. I’m 57 started on hormones at 47 and my skin even on my face has barely any wrinkles I’ve had no work done yet, I’ll decide when the time comes and then yes I will do it. There is nothing wrong with hormone replacement to make you feel better and anyone who wants fillers, Botox or surgery do what you want because at the end of the day you need to love yourself to love others. ❤️❤️❤️
Which hormones do you take ? The names of products ?
@@helenalovelock1030 There is no "product".They have to be prescribed by a doctor and have to be compounded by a specific pharmacy which does do compounding, most pharmacies do not and is different per each order because the quantities of each component are prescribed by the doctor for each patient after blood work.
Be very careful if you go with an HMO for traditional HRT. One year ago I made that mistake. I am 56 and HAD a full head of healthy brown hair to my waist. I started HRT and my hair started falling out within 2 weeks. Doctor said it was not due to HRT. A few weeks later I stopped the HRT and my hair stopped falling out. I lost at least 30% of my hair due to telegen effluvium and androgenic alopecia caused by the shock of the rapid onset of estrogen in my body. Telogen effluvium unmasks female pattern baldness and escalates the onset by 10 years! Dermatologist confirmed. Labs are important and starting with lowest dose and increasing slowly is very important.
Hope this helps someone.
Good point
You might need to start on a low dosage and work it up as you adjust. We need to 'balance' our hormones.
Is anyone following your DHEA, DHT and Ferritin?
Thank you for sharing your experience. Yesterday I started on the lowest dose (0.025 weekly estriadol patch and 100mg progesterone nightly). I was kind of disappointed because I heard all the bone and heart disease benefits start with 0.05. After reading your share, I'm glad my Dr started me low. 🕊️
For the energy you need testosterone too. Estrogen and progesterone help with bone, skin, and rejuvenate the vaginal area but for libido, energy and muscle tone you need testosterone
I'm 80 years old and knew nothing of BIHRT. The last time I discussed hormone replacement with my doctor was at least 10 years ago and she warned me of the risk of breast cancer. So I did nothing. But, I must be doing something right because I look like I'mi n my 60's, have a body shape of a 30 year old, exercise by walking 3-4 miles a day and stay on a healthy diet, take a lot of supplements and live a good lifestyle. Last time I had a bone density check, I was above average. I'm not on any medications. However, I haven't had a sex life for years because it was way too uncomfortable.. Still, I feel like I've been missing something after seeing this video. I think I'll find a new doctor!
Look into vaginal estrogen fir sexual discomfort. It seems to be great to help rejuvenate the vaginal tissues. Big hug xx
You should not start estrogen therapy at the age of 80-it can be very dangerous. But you can take bioidentical progesterone.
@@elisabeth400you can use Vagifem and Ovestin safely
Try Juvalan you can order it on line. It's dhea cream that u can put on your libia for dryness increases libido after a few weeks
Also bio identical estriol works great inside vagina too helps tissues pulp up
A wonderful video on this subject. I am 72 and have been on bio-identical HRT since I was 53. I read the big ‘scare’ study myself and disagreed with it. I chose quality of years over quantity. I’m in perfect health, my fitness level is amazing, and ALL of my doctors are extremely impressed by my condition. I look 10-15 years younger than women my age. I’ve made good lifestyle choices since I was in my early 20s. I have always been a woman ahead of the time. Things that the medical community poo-poo that certain things didn’t work, and then they come out with SCIENTIFIC evidence that those things work. They’re typically 15 - 20 years behind the people who are living proof that they were wrong.
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I'm 75 and also long term HRT! Started ar 53 too! Best decision I ever made for my best health!
@@shirleyschields6502 👍
But what is the risk? Is it cancer or is there more? I have stop Because of that…
I am 76 and been on bio identical hormones for 41 years after having cervical cancer due to my mother taking DES before I was born. I only had uterus removed so had my ovaries until they dried up. I was on Premarin for a while but after reading Suzanne Sommers book my doctor agreed to switch to Estradiol. I also look 20 years younger am healthy and have no health issues. I eat healthy and take lots of supplements also.
HRT along with resistance training is THE FOUNTAIN OF YOUTH!
❤THANK YOU🎉
Bio identical hormones helped me stay in the game professionally and personally. A game changer - before i started taking them my joints were killing me. I’m 60 now and still look good and feel good. They work!!
Hi. I’m 51 and a week ago started bio identical HRT. I’m in crippling pain in every joint. I’m scared I must have bone cancer. I’m going insane. I have a professional career and don’t know how I’m going to survive. It’s shocking. How long before you started to feel relief? Blessings 🙏🏽
Can you reccommend a doctor to prescribe what you take? Thank you!
@@DonnaSadler-ml4yjawww thinking of you and hope you are having a turnaround and lots of relief by this stage 🫂
@@dimcbride8969 I am feeling such positive effects from the HRT now. I’m also taking nano minerals and sustainable coral for calcium. All good. I no longer have hot flushes and the joint pain has decreased significantly. Thanks for reaching out. Blessings 🌹
Great video. With living longer, we are working longer and the effects of menopause were interfering with my ability to work at my peak. I also think that there are a number of male doctors who have no interest in older women maintaining the benefits of hormones. They can relate to the reason they would prescribe viagra but see no value in a sexually vibrant mature woman. You obviously understand and respect women. Thank you
Thank you so much for this educational video! I am about to turn 50 but have been having symptoms since 45 and I'm ready to start my BHRT! The insomnia is killing me man! I was just thinking about it last night that the doctors are willing to give us hormones during our reproduce years when our bodies make hormones......yet deny us these life-saving therapy during menopause when our bodies stop making them and we need them the most!
You are so right!
Totally agree
Its called culling the population. Think about it... they give the women during the most fertile years lots of pharma. Why?
I just turned 60. Ménopause without HRT created a long, rough road for me and thanks to wonder doctors like Dr. Rajani I researched & then found a group of providers who specialize in HRT and my new doc has me on it now. In a few short months my symptoms are almost gone and I’ve never looked and felt better in my life. THANK YOU ❤!!!
What kind are you Talking… the brand? Thanks.
Ms. Mohz ! Is it naturally or synthetic (chemical)
Ms . MOHZ can you give me the name of the group? Is it out of the country please I’ve just got in touch with someone and I’m paying upfront, and this happened to be in out of the country !
I am desperate. Thank you.
I have it prescribed for me by a doctor from a company called Alloy.
Please answer the question, is it chemical synthetic what
Terrific video. I’ve been on bio identical hormones for about 15 years. Now at a new young doctor & educating her about my hormones. No problem leaving her if she would not refill prescriptions. My doctor is my service provider, not my boss. My bones, muscle & over all health are too important to me. It takes a village of people and a healthy lifestyle to keep me at my prime. My goal is to age well. I would also add meditation to your list.
Love meditation....yes
Do you mind sharing your age, please?
@@ammoula2974 77yrs
I just asked for hormones and my doctor flat out said no. She has patients that have blood clots in their lungs and doesn’t believe in them.
@@ameliaclark5792 Most of the doctors have a very superficial training in HRT. I figured if I want to stay healthy and feel young longer, I have to do my own research and homework. And yes, finding a good doc is like finding a diamond in manure.
I’m 75 and I started Hormones therapy at 50.. With my gynaecologist help, he has lower the dosage of both of my prescriptions. I have some hot flashes at night but no sweating. I have energy, sleep well and peoples tell me I look younger for my age.😊
I just started bio-identical HRT today I was afraid to start but I can't take the hot flashing, no sleep, no sx drive I'm only 52 I refuse to let this beat me. ❤reading these comments helped me feel better about my decision.
How’s it going?
I’m happy to see a video like this in a male dominated medical industry where it seems some doctors are not always up to date on research or educating themselves on these studies. My gynecologist is great and looking forward to stating bio identical HRT soon.
I appreciate your honesty. I started HRT four years ago and the dose I was on was so low that it did the opposite by packing the weight on me. I stopped, educated myself, and found a doctor that was willing to listen. Now I'm back on for about six months at a higher dose, and dropped 15 pounds and feel more like myself. Yes, quality is more important to me.
I appreciate your sharing
I’m new to BHRT and, while I LOVE it, I’m 30 lbs heavier, after being thin my whole life. Curious what is the right dosage- I’m on the minimal dose to lower any cancer risk (I think .0375 estradiol + 10mg medroxy progesterone) . Have spotting, so Dr concerned about endometrial cancer but I get tested all the time and am fine, it’s just a side effect of the hormones for me (lots of dramatic history with my uterus lol if these scars could talk😅)
@@smartmarketing173omg i cant gain anymore weight did u lose tbe weight has anything changed ? I just started today on lowest doses same as you
I just turned 70 and I've been on HRT or low dose birth control for many years, since probably the age of 45. At my last GYN appt, my doctor suggested I stop them but I really don't want to stop them. This video really helped me make an educated decision for my self so THANK YOU VERY MUCH !! Keep up the good work and continue to educate us. Blessings, Judy
You are very welcome
Judy, listen also Louise Newson and she says you stop at your last day.
Why did your GYN suggest you stop them? Who prescribed HRT in the first place? How old and current is this GYN? Just curious.
I started at 43. Wondering if I should ever stop or keep taking?
Suzanne Somers says Don’t stop them. She wrote 5 books that include BHRT info.
Fantastic Dr Rejani! I am 82 and started hormone replacement at 49. First the synthetics (Premarin) and changed to bio identical about 18 or 20 years ago. I am in great health and I look many years younger than 82. It is not about looking younger it is about looking good! I have no intentions of stopping Prometrium 100 mg nor the Vivelle patch 0.05 mg! Wonderful to hear your favorable opinions on this subject. I see the difference with others that do take it.
I am on BHRT (58years old) and I love them. Feel much better. My lifestyle is the Ketogenic way and love exercise. I take supplements like collagen, omega 3, D3-K7 and also silica.
Thank Dr R
I am 76 and in all my time since I first started my menstrual cycle at age 10 has anyone taken the time to explain what I was going through or would be going through at any stage of my life as a women. I love your videos and regret not having heard of you before 2022. In 2019 before covid my picture fir my license depicted a women that looked 30 and since then I have look older. I had stopped the horse pee pill around 50. Never took any hormone pills after that. Today 1.27.24 after seeing this video I can see the terrible doctors I encountered that didn't the time to help me and probably many women like me. Please continue to educate women and men as you have done. You are an awesome person. I am now on my 2nd container of your collagen and I have my 96 year old mom taking your D3K2 supplements. We live long in our family. Thx bless you
Thanks so very much for taking the time to write. Enjoy !! 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙂🙂
I am so grateful that you took the time to educate your audience about HRT. I didn’t have any idea how fast bone loss would happen in perimenopause. By 40 I was borderline osteoporosis. If I had not asked my doctor to order a bone density test, I would have never known.
I’m on HRT now and life is so much better!!! I will take these with a smile for the rest of my healthy life.
You need to change your lifestyle and diet as well. That's not normal at 40 years of age.
@@jessicahitchens6926 I am in great shape and eat clean. Sometime we don't all win the genetic bone density lottery.
Im 66 and started bio identical HRT at the age of 50. They had an instant and amazing effect. I take biest, progesterone, pregnalone, DHEA and testosterone. I stopped when I came to live back in the Uk as my sister in law had hers on the NHS. They prescribed biest and micronised progesterone (the same as before) but in much lower doses and didn't prescribe the other 3 hormones. I went straight back to all the awful symptoms and had some issues that I didn't even realise HRT was helping such as incontinence😮 and muscle weakness. I went back to my hormone doc after a couple of months and she tested my hormone levels which had gone right back down. I absolutely will never be with out my hormones again!
I started BHRT when I turned 40, it was life changing for me. Thanks for this insightful video
I went through menopause later than my friends my age. When I did I was miserable. No energy, insomnia, hot flashes at night, serious brain fog, wt gain and no libido I am a nurse and need my energy. I began receiving HRT in the form of pellets. I am a new person. More like my own self. I will not live without them. My life is much better. I can sleep, no more hot flashes, wt loss of 20 lbs without changing anything regarding diet or exercise, brain fog lifted, libido better now than in my 20's. I could not be happier.
You are lucky! No one will help me with hormones because I’ve had breast cancer.
Please share the hormone brand which you are using
My blood work is checked: initial labs prior to the insertion of pellets. Then approximately 12 weeks after the pellets are placed they recheck the testosterone, estrogen and progesterone levels. The pellets are testosterone and estrogen. They amount they place isweight based. The progesterone is in the form of a troche. The entire troche is 200mg. I place the troche under my tongue and it dissolves in around 5 min. The troche is from a compounding pharmacy. You do not need to take the entire troche but I do. It helps with sleep. There is not a specific brand name for any of it. A nurse practitioner does the procedure. She is specialized in Ob/Gyn. I decided on the pellets bc I did not want the weekly injections. Do your research on what you want to accomplish. I was ready to kill myself if I did not get some help. My regular Ob/Gyn was not helpful. She prescribed a patch which I was allergic to and it made my skin bleed. Not a help. I didn't even tell her I got the pellets placed. She can figure it out on her own. I am cynical bc I have been a critical care nurse for 30 years and I expect better from a physician. My NP and Main Gyn Dr are at different clinics. The NP practices at a bioidentical HRT clinic which is located in a neighboring state. I love the positive results I am receiving from the pellets. Insurance does not cover any of it. They cover Viagra but not this. What a world!! Ugh....
@@liannelamonte5017 How much do you pay?
I am 55 and have been on estrogen and progesterone for 2 years. It totally changed my life. I can sleep again and I’m not scratching my skin into oblivion. On the downside, I have gained weight in my middle, with no change in diet or exercise.
You need more progesterone
I think I may be a little late to the HRT scene, but have decided to see what happens. After watching your video, I feel much more informed about my decision. I had a total hysterectomy at age 50. Didn’t go on HRT at the time as I think it was about the same time as the big study came out. Fast forward to today…now 70 years old, just switched to a new younger, functional med practitioner, who felt HRT would be worth a try. I’m very active, exercise regularly, and eat a carnivore/keto based diet. I’m looking for better sleep, and maintaining bone density. Sexual activity increase would just be icing on the cake at this point!
Is never too late. At least try it for 6 months and you'll see a great change.
This was a great informative video - thank you Dr. Rajani! For the past two years, I have been listening to TH-cam videos by Menopause Taylor (Barbara Taylor, MD). She is a retired gynecologist and educates her followers about all aspects of menopause and HRT. I have learned so much!
Thank you for a much needed honest assessment of BHRT. I was one who at age 38 was post menopausal and put on BHRT, and did well for about 5 years. Then the WHI study came out and it was hard to have a doctor give me anything. I finally after on and off trying different products and methods for 10 years got on pellets, and it has been the best method and the best I have felt since my late 30's, in my mid 60's now, and wish I had found doctors to listen and give me the hormones I needed for those 10 years. Never going to stop, it's like you said quality over quantity.
I'm so glad you brought up this subject. I had a total hysterectomy at 38 due to a large tumor and I saw myself age so much and so quickly. In the course of 9 months, I felt I could barely recognize myself. My skin lost plumpness and started to sag, the shape of my face looked different, my eyeswere sunken. I couldn't believe the photos taken right before and only a few months after. The only problem will be getting the treatment since I haven't been through menopause and I'm only 39 now. I wish more doctors practiced preventative care and listened to women more. We appreciate you so much for bringing us this info. I do have a wonderful aesthetics place where I can probably at least discuss this. I'm glad I can take this first step! I feel so validated!
Ok wait - *if* you had your ovaries removed, any ob/gyn would give you hormones because you’re so young ! If that hasn’t been addressed, find another ob/gyn quickly , preferably a member of the North American menopause society ( if you’re in the US). But, If your ovaries are still intact, then you don’t need HRT ( yet….!)
I had total hysterectomy at 34 - 30 years ago. I was [ut on Premarin and it was a nightmare..putting all those extra hormones in the body that it didn't know what to do with. It took a lot of work and study and I finally found some answers. Reading books about preimnopause and menopause by Dr John Lee was eye opening. I take a low dose estradiol, a hormone in the female body and I use natural progesterone cream. It does so much more than just protect the uterus. It is a very important hormone and helps your body assimilate all the other hormones. Women start producing it less and less after 30. Do your study and find solutions that work for you.
@@sherryr964 I had a total hysterectomy and have been on a low estrogen patch ever since what kinda progesterone cream do you use and how often?
@@Ayyeliki In a total hysterectomy, they remove the uterus, the fallopian tubes and cervix but keep your ovaries
@@dk1472 Uh, no, not always. I just had a total hysterectomy, and the surgeon took my ovaries, too.
Dr Rajani , this is one of the best channels on TH-cam. It’s so helpful to have access to this kind of information from a MD. Thank you.
At 66 I was told I was too late and given cream to insert for female related issues. I did more research and listened to women Doctors who support women and decided that a I would get HRT anyway, I was desperate to feel better. My first pellet insertion of Eastrogen and Testosterone was such an awakening to the clear thinking and finding the person that had been asleep for years!
I avoided HRT because my mother had breast cancer and no Dr. ever discussed it with me. Very sad.
Thank you Dr. Rajani for taking the time to give such clear information!
Hi - I am 60 and my heart races terribly with each hot flash. I am 10 years in menopause and was also told it was too late. Also breast cancer in family. Does a low dose help also?
Very happy that you´re addressing this extremely important topic. Too many people still think that this is "just" a midlife problem that should be lived through/toughened through, doctors say symptoms depend on too much stress and responsibilities or say to just keep a healthy lifestyle. I´ve just started a bioidentical conctraceptive pill as HRT. Not being in menopause yet this was the only thing I could get when complaining about symptoms that I think might be due to less estrogen. My main reason for wanting HRT is that I lost my grandmother to alzheimers in her 70 ies and she also had osteoporosis. I already have a very healthy lifestyle, I think I´m responsible about my health and I want to avoid (i.e. try to avoid) problems that can be avoided.
Good for you. We need to prevent the Alzheimer’s, osteoporosis and heart disease caused by loss of estrogen with HRT. Ladies, make sure you tell the doc that you have hot flashes. Don’t even ask for treatment for the big 3 diseases. They won’t provide it.
How old are you if you don't mind me asking
Thank you for making this video! It’s a fountain of knowledge- & I hope you’ll follow up with more hormone related videos.
I am on BIOIDENTICAL HORMONAL PATCH ( NOVARTIS ) for over 26 yrs already.....I exercise daily , take proper supplements, eat low carb diet & follow 20 to 24 hrs hrs intermittent fasting regiment ... Being 75 yrs old I look @ least 25 yrs younger than my biological age .....Most of the data from that study was GROSSLY miscalculated .They used a RELATIVE RISK AS ABSOLUTE which led to WRONG conclusions....
I've been taking HRT now for 3 years. Definitely feel much better, motivated and more clear thinking. I'm 57. Thank you for this wonderful video❤
This was really educational for me. I remember back in early 2000's my dr put me on hrt because I was starting premenopausal era of my life. I remember reading the HRT headlines in the news about it causing cancer. Right away I stopped myself from taking the medicine to help me through this time of my life. My Dr at the time a very young woman told me not to worry about this because the cancer scare was very much over top and I didnt need to worry about it. Well I did not want to take them anymore so I stopped and then a few years later more reports came out the hrt was not causing the cancer or at least not to the panic that the public was told. Anyway my young doctor said many of the things you were saying and I wished I would have continued my hormone treatment. Now i wish I would have stayed on them. Thank you for your very knowledgeable reporting😇
Excellent video. You explain things so clearly with views from actual studies that has been provided along with history. Couldn't ask for more. Great!!
I started bioidentical E2 and Testosterone in my 50's. I'm now 68. I stopped taking them for about 10 months when I was diagnosed with a Thyroid nodule because I feared they could have caused it. After a couple months I was a wreck - moody, hot flashes, down right depressed, crying all the time. After further research and discussions with both the Endocrinologist and OBGYN, I started back on my same formulations. It was almost an instant miracle -- I felt fine again. nothing shocking - just back to my even tempered self. No hot flashes. No tears. I am so thankful for my compounding pharmacist! He's getting a Christmas card from me in December!!
This was so insightful!! As a 34 year old woman who’s mother went into early menopause at only 39, this has truly given me some piece. Most women get guidance for the changing of seasons from their mothers, I’ve been at a loss as I have been estranged from my mother for 13 years. Thank you for the educational guidance!
Really appreciated and enjoyed your video. Please do more like this considering women’s health, we really need it!
Thank you for this video! You really know how to cater to your audience. I’ve been on HRT for six months now, and it’s made an extreme difference. I had many of the menopausal symptoms you outlined in this video, and for the most part, they’re all gone. Of course there is always a concern of side effects, so I try to live the healthiest life possible and hope for the best.
Thanks for commenting
I really love this guy very perceptive, kind and giving.
Dr. Rajani, I am SO glad I found you!! My biggest regret is that I wish I had found you earlier!
This video is EXACTLY what I needed to wade through all the choices!!! I'll be looking for a provider near me TOMORROW!! (Only cuz it's too late tonight & I've already sacrificed a lot of beauty sleep!) LOVE you and keep on keepin on!! ❤️
I thank you for watching. Keep us updated on your journey.
You are a wonderful doctor! So many thanks to you for bringing this information out to women! What a huge disservice the medical community has done to women by following a faulty test in the 70’s that ensured most women were not treated to hormone replacement. So grateful to you Dr Rajani for bringing this information to women! 🙏🏻
Excellent timing for this great video Dr Rajani, thank you so much!
I just asked my Dr to test my hormone levels as I've been having all the menopause symptoms for some time now...he said...why do you want to know if u r in menopause? I was dumbfounded. He then went on to say that testing my hormones is not a definitive way of knowing if you are in menopause or not. After hearing HRT can help with fibro, joint pain, hot flashes and depression, all of which I have, I am upset I didn't find this out myself earlier.
Yes , I have changed Dr's, thank you!!!
I'm 59 and I've been taking bioidentical hormones for about 10 yrs. I went on them because I was having hot flashes, wasn't sleeping well, and generally just felt old and creaky. Within a day or two the hot flashes were gone and I started sleeping very deeply without waking up at 3 am for no reason. Losing weight became much easier too. My doctor told me they also have a heart health-protective effect. To me, I'm just restoring low hormone levels to where they used to be when I was younger.
Thank u so much for taking the time to educate us! I can feel caring, compassion and empathy in ur voice. It’s vital as a physician to not only be an incredible scientist, but to also able to relate to people. ❤
I’m a provider and I have pellets-I love them. I feel so much better…more energy, libido, less brain fog, no depression. No side effects for me, but I don’t get greedy w/too much Testosterone either. Thank God for BHRT & Dr. Rajani too!
Thanks @reneearriaga7485. I very much appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts. It helps all of us learn.
I loved bio identical hormone’s, I had a health issue and my Dr took me off of them , now since I’ve addressed the health issue I will be getting back on them , looking forward to seeing dull skin Dissipate, my libido come back, hot flashes going away, and most of all the insomnia, so I have experience for months for several years and they work for me but when the doctor takes you off you’re pretty miserable, quality of life is absolutely necessary, once I have my bio identical hormones again I will never let them go quality of life over quantity any day, thank you Dr. Rajani for this illuminating topic., I had a complete hysterectomy when I was 49, my hormones came in cream form from an outstanding compounder, I feel I never had enough estrogen and testosterone, my Dr was conservative, once again quality of life
You did a very responsible take on this. Much love for your channel.
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My OB Gyn Doctor definetely is pro Hormone therapy which provides quality of life. I feel so much incredible better since I am using Hormone Therapy, all the symptoms you have mentioned that I suffered before dissapeared, and I couldn't be happier. Thank you so much, you are always into the benefits of women life. I really appreciate that from you. ❤
Thank you SO MUCH for going over this information. I’m reading “Estrogen Matters” right now and I’m surprised by how easily the data can be manipulated. I wonder who wanted women to stop and why. As I’ve commented on your videos before, I was put into surgical menopause at 29 and really had a hard time with it. I finally found estriol creams that gave me back my life. Im 60 now. I still had a terrible diet for a while and recently type 2 with 1A breast cancer. I’ve lost 133 lbs with keto and fasting so far. The cancer is out and type 2 controlled by diet and exercise. They put me on hormone suppressor drugs and my beautiful skin began to crepe in about 3 months. Someone commented here that I should use my cream anyway. Well, she was right! I’m still taking the hormone suppressor but also using the estriol cream and it’s reversing the crepe already 🎉 Hormones are the boss of our body. Insulin is the hormone that tells the body to store fat. I’m finally learning to deal with that hormone, too. Thank you for helping us, Dr Rajani! 🥰 You are God’s gift to women 😅
I should specify why I’m still taking the hormone suppressor- there are at least a few types of hormones suppressed by it. The estriol cream is the weakest form, and with the cream, I can use the smallest amount. It’s not just for my skin, either. Estrogen helps keep blood sugar down, fights heart disease and keeps away osteoporosis. I’m not sure this is the correct decision, but my skin is telling me it is. Anyone in a similar situation to me should do their own research and consult their doctor. I haven’t found any documentation of anyone doing what I am so far. I’m just listening to my body 😊 Be well ❤
I go to an OB Gyn that specializes in BIHR. After my total hysterectomy in 2013 it was about 2 weeks afterwards I was up 15 lbs without changing my diet and started having around 10-15 hot flashes a day,couldn't sleep, zero libido etc. My skin and face looked totally different before my hysterectomy. I went to a new OBGYN for a consultation, had lab work and other testing done and I still do once a year. I have had the testosterone tweak bcz of acne and more aggressive temperament. Every person is different and thankfully, the Dr can control my Rx compounded by the pharmacist. I started the troches and within 2 weeks could feel the difference!! I didn't need a mid day 2 hr nap,my hot flashes stopped and I started looking and feeling like myself again. My skin looks so much better than other people in my age. I feel wonderful.
This is just such a comprehensive and thoughtful presentation of this very important subject. Thank you so much for your sensitivity towards the plight of women's issues!
Absolutely. Things very important in my opinion
I normally never listen to a man discuss women’s hormonal issues, but this was excellent!! One of the most comprehensive and accurate videos out there on this tricky subject. Thank you! 🙏🏻
It's very important topic to my patients and a passion of mine
@@rajanimdskincare I can see that! You are a super great doctor and human being. I can tell that you sincerely care about people. 🩷🙏🏻
Thank you so much for sharing information and your opinions with us. You are an amazing doctor, and overall human being. ✌🏼
Here in the UK we have a GP who is a menopause expert, her name is Louise Newson. She explains in her TH-cam videos the difference between bio identical and body identical hormones. She maintains that body identical is the best. She goes into great detail with her explanation.
hi Lily, Bio identical means biology identical and your body utilises and processes it as it would your own.. I will look up the UK Dr you mentioned and watch her. There's always something to learn 😘, thanks for sharing.. Dominic Sashce does an interview with an OBGYN who now specialises specifically in menopause on her channel, its one of the best videos on menopause I've watched yet, well worth a look. I hope the UK is still warm for you. Love from a rather chillie Aus 💕🌻🇦🇺 xo
@@tanyatj7121
Hi Tanya,
I’m glad you found my message. Every woman will face the menopause at some stage. And, because circumstances and experiences can differ greatly, I couldn’t possibly give all the details I have learnt from watching Louise Newson’s videos, so I would highly recommend that everyone watches and learns from her work. I couldn’t resist commenting on the difference between the bio identical and the body identical hormones, because she explains it so well. She has even made a video aimed at doctors and nurses and general health professionals, encouraging them to update their education with regard to menopause and women’s health.
Chilly Aus??!!! 🤔.....didn’t realise that could ever be. Here in UK the weather is glorious, warm, not too hot, perfect, especially for a mid September day. 😍
I have just watched the video I described before. Look it up. It’s titled ‘Remote HRT for Healthcare Professionals’. ( don’t know how to download the link, sorry).
Keep well and best wishes from UK. xxx
@@Lilylibra Hi Lily 😀, thanks for replying.. That's awesome also that Louise Newson does educational videos for Dr's etc. Lord knows in Australia they certainly need it.. They have such a lack of insight on the many and varied symptoms and very little care factor it seems on the profound impact menopause has on our health for the rest of our lives.. It has really shocked me reaching this point in life with No education offered about the process and effects on health and management strategies as yes every woman wil,l has and does experience out living our ovaries. It is not a passing phase, It is close to half of our life really and we deserve for that to be the best quality of life possible.
I'll definitely check out Dr Louise.
It was only maximum 16 degrees Wednesday at where I live on the Central Coast, an hour and half Nth of Sydney, NSW.. It's usually getting as warm as 20-21 this time in Sept here, a few days get a lil higher also.. Rather slow to warm up this year. It's Lovely that you guys are experiencing great weather though x
@@tanyatj7121
Hi Tanya,
Lovely to hear from you again. Made me smile and thought it rather clever the way you put it that we ‘outlive our ovaries’ succinct and accurate, love it👍❤️. I found another Louise Newson video today, made 2 years ago, directed at Health Professionals. Most interesting, informative and educational. If I can copy the link, I’ll forward it to you. (It seems it’s been left to us women to spread the word that we are ‘outliving our ovaries’, I do like that).
I wish that I’d learnt about the benefits of HRT rather than all the scare stories we were misled with. I’ll still take my cue from Louise though, ‘It’s never too late’. I hope you do too.
Second thing that made me smile, you’re showing your ancient British heritage, we are well known for always talking about the weather🤣.
Good luck with obtaining HRT,
no matter how long it takes, spread the word Tanya. x
@@Lilylibra awww what a Lovely message Lily, thank you.. I'm glad you like "outliving our ovaries" it's not mine, I'm unsure where I picked it up, I'm sure it was an influencer along the path of educating myself 😀.. I've always considered it important that woman share and pass down information and experience on health and happiness, especially now on this life changing subject that is so detrimental to our future! Take care, lovely chatting with you 😘🇦🇺💖xo
Absolutely LOVE my pellets! I am 65 & have been on them for almost 4 years…. They have changed my life! No more night sweats or hot flashes.
I just wish insurance would cover a portion of the cost…. But it’s still 100% worth every penny! I still have all my female parts so I have to take Progesterone tablets every day. Thanks for this excellent video…..every one needs to hear this! ❤️
My favorite video yet! Thank you Dr R! Very informative and delivered simplistically. I too, love Suzanne Somers and read all 3 of her books (Ageless, I’m Too Young For This and A New Way To Age) on BHRT before starting my journey. There are many methods as Dr R explains in this video. Read and do your research before you decide what’s best for you. I met with 3 BHRT doctors before making my choice. For me, it was the best decision I ever made. I wish I would have started 10 years prior. Don’t let anyone tell you it’s too late!
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Love how balances your videos are! I’ve never seen another channel that’s as unbiased.
I appreciate that! My goal is exactly that
OMG…when I started into menopause not one of my doctors would allow me to have HRT…I lost my bone mass,my collagen and elastin,my cheerful personality and my libido.Which just sucks,no other word for it.I’m now almost seventy,and deeply resentful and envious of my younger friends who are receiving HRT,they look and feel marvelous,and I want so much of what they have.I suspect it’s waaay too late for me,but if someone would prescribe,I would take it with my fingers crossed and hope in my heart.
I am on hrt for years, since I stoped the pills, & went from the synthetic to the bio identical, I am fine with this change, I would not go without it
Thank you for this thorough exploration of the issue, years ago I had to “fire” my older MD because not only he refused to switch me to bio Identical hormones (from the synthetics) but he talked down to me as if I had no clue and made ridiculous request…I have been now with a wonderful women Gynecologist who listen to me and knew how to prescribe what was appropriate for me, after hormones testing…. This information is not disseminate enough and certainly not talked about enough in objective terms! As you just did. Thanks.
Katherine (68yo)
get off the pills
I’m 55. Have been on bio identical hormones for 6 years and I feel as if I am 20 years old again 😊
I am 45 and started using a estrogen hormone cream on my face 2 weeks ago and my skin has transformed. I’ve used Tretinoin since the age of 18 and I’ve always used medical grade skincare so at 45 my skin is still looking incredible but I know my hormone levels are in decline and the meno sag scares me to death. I am truly stunned at the results that putting estrogen cream on my face had made in such a short time. They put hormones in skincare in France maybe that is the French secret. Our bodies need HRT it’s a shame that the WHI scared a lot of doctors away from prescribing hormones
Thanks for watching and commenting
Make sure you are using progesterone in conjunction with the estrogen if you have a uterus. if you are using unopposed estrogen to protect your uterus.
What cream are you using? Can we get it online?
Yes, what is the name of the cream you are using?
Omg! Thanks for your comment! I ve learnt more from the comments here than the video itself and am so pleased that women share their experiences! Nothing beats real life. I found bio identical estrogen cream gave me cellulite and it was so fast! I ditched that and started using estrogel it fixed everything ! I will try it on my neck and see what happens 😅
i’m DEEP into perimenopause, hot flashes galore 🥵 the matriarchal members of my family have dissuaded me from HRT. i’ve been doing a lot of research lately - because i’m feeling & looking further & further from *myself*. this video found me at just the right time. dr. rajani is tops, in my book. thank you for this. i’m off to re-watch & i’m going to make an appointment to start discussions. THANK YOU!
I’m 50 years old female and I started to use BHRT (pellets) December 2021. Since then I been able to loose 20 pounds and I don’t have any more hot flashes, I can sleep for 7 hours, my libido has improved 70%. No more vaginal dryness. My insurance doesn’t cover my pellets which is very sad.
I know 100% that this BHRT are helping me and I will continue to use it.
How did you find a clinician willing to help you? I've asked 3 Medical Doctors, and 2 Nurse Practitioners. They all responded with a "no" to help me with this problem.
@@cynthiag3065 The Dr who created the pellets was my gyno so he recommended them to me. They are definitely a game changer. I’m shocked women are having a hard time finding a Dr to give them to women who can benefit from them
Pellets don’t work for everyone some ppl actually gain weight on them…
@@cynthiag3065 I was taken anti depression medicine and I was 170 overweight I didn’t have any libido and was very depressed. I heard several podcast and you tube about menopausal women and BHRT and I Google BHRT in my aérea I did a consultation and they did my blood work and come back that my hormones level were very low. After a second consultation my doctor suggested different methods and we decided to try the pellets. I didn’t feel anything right away. But my husband and my children notice right away. I have to do my pellets every 3-6 months. For my budget it very expensive but it is worthy; I haven’t feel this way in a long time. I lost 20 pounds in 5 months. I have energy to exercise and I’m not longer in antidepressants.
@@carolthompson2769 Awesome!
HRT has helped me in so many ways at 44. I looked into it as a way to get a jump on my health. I only take estrogen and DHEA. Estrogen loss affects the elasticity of your blood vessels, appetite, sleep , bones, connective tissue, mental and emotional well-being being ......so much . In just the first month My rising blood pressure gas gone from 145 over 82 down to an average of 118 over 74. Bladder issues improve dramatically, vaginal dryness relief, eating and cravings are stabilized abd im seeing a shift starting to happen in my body shape.. I had been starting to gain weight in my belly and that is the dangerous fat. I'm not in menopause yet but hormones decline over time. I am so happy and feel soooo much better with more energy and less anxiety.... I didnt want to go through what my mom did . She didn't do HRT and she suffers . The time to start HRT for max benefits is in Perimenopause before you loose bone and arteries start to harden and muscle as well as collegn decline too rapidly. Just had to give my input as I think HRT can help so many women
Are you taking any progesterone if you are using estrogen? Are you having a pelvic ultrasound to measure the endometrial lining?
@@echase416 No. Just estrogen. I have ovaries but no uterus. I'm happy with my script. I feel amazing
Where do you get DHEA? Would like to take.
@@dianepatrick4401 I get it from Winona. Its a prescription that is prescribed along with the estrogen. Winona is online . It costs me like 24 dollars for 3 months of DHEA and 119 for 3 months of estrogen. I use my HSA card . I'm so glad I found Winona. OMG I sound like an advertisement! I'm not though
Did you have a hard time finding a doctor prescribe the DHEA .. would like to try that . Thanks !
This was exactly what I needed to find. Clear and comprehensive understanding of the issue and various possible treatments. You've made me a more informed husband I really appreciate that! Subscribed :)
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I really appreciate how comprehensive this video is!! Thank you for taking the time creating it. Highly informative and helpful.
Glad it was helpful!
Such a detailed informative Video! Thank You 👏👏
I started the Biote Pellets at 52 years old and I’m 57 now.
My quality of life has improved immensely with all the benefits you had mentioned. Life is Good with Hormones! 😊
Can you take the Biote pellets in peri menopause? I'm 52 and haven't had a period in 6 months, I have to wait 6 more months before I'm considered in menopause, but I feel great, I get a few occasional hot flashes, but looking at all the positive reviews on hrt I might do it. I take other supplements from Biote..
You are amazing Doctor Rajani! Hormones are rarely discussed with primary care practitioners. When you has a slow TSH the last thing on your mind is beauty 😢 but it definately takes its toll.
This was an excellent educational video. I've been on HRT for almost 1 yr and love it. I'm 50 now and wish I knew about this existence in my 30s. The struggles would have been different for sure. Thank-you and keep us informed please.
Thanks for watching
Great explanations! You touch on so many questions and things I wouldn't think to ask. Great job. Thanks!
Great video Dr. Rajani. I went on bioidenticals at age 55 (2017). It literally CHANGED my life. I think it's so important for women to completely understand their choices. Most important to reduce the risks and adverse side affects is to maintain healthy weight and blood sugar levels. Finding a doctor that truly understands hormones and aging is difficult. I have a great one, but have never seen such an objective and comprehensive presentation as your video. Thanks for all u do for women. We appreciate it!
Where do U live? I am in Santa Monica,Ca. I'm not sure I can find a doctor to test me for my low hormones or that my insurance would pay for any Bio-identical hormone treatment.
Would love to find a good Endo doctor who would B willing to let me take hormones so I will feel better, sleep better, see what is left of my bones & look better too!!
I'm up there in yrs. so maybe it would give me some quality of life before I croak!
@@bondjane007 hahah that me laugh, before I croak
So where are you that you’re getting good care from a bio identical hormone doctor or whatever doctor you’re saying that’s helping you all these years. I’m pretty sure my insurance won’t cover what I need but I’m willing to cough up with money I have left to have quality of life because I can’t take the money with me
If you want BIH , just do a search of Biote . In their page you would find providers in your area. Hope it helps!!!❤
Fantastic video !! Please do add more in natural herbs and food type substance that assist I have heard about Suage Tea ! To increase estragon naturally ! Love to hear about this !
Thank you for this video. I turn 40 in a few days and have been researching this information. Thank you for being an advocate for women! ❤
Always and thanks for watching
I’m in HRT since 8/2022 and definitely change my life, thanks Doctor
Raji! Is so Pro Women and Thorough with guidance, He’s a Godsend… ❤
I’ve never been on HRT .. I’m 59 and 10 years post menopausal never had a hot flash I still look super young! My doc discouraged me from taking it my bone density test was great!! But I know everyone is different so do what’s right for you!
yes same here my Dr...said NO, that I was fit and healthy
i'm so far the same...i'm sure your diet has alot to do with the good health.
We don’t need them if you eat a healthy diet
@@secondskinfillers8709 fully agree + face massage and excercises
Come back in 10 years. My Mother was great at your age. Then the past ten years has aged super dramatically and has recently started HRT and getting some of herself back. Genuinely wish you well though. X 🤞
Thank you for this video. Whenever I need a concise explanation for something, you always come through. 🥰
Thanks Mary. Glad you enjoyed
Clear and well explained with so many facts. Great! Thank you!
Always astonished what on is getting without prescriptions in pharmacies in the US...
Writing from Germany.