Bioidentical Hormones – Gentle Support for Your Hormonal Balance
Dear Patients,
Hormones play a central regulatory role in the body. They influence sleep, mood, energy levels, metabolism, skin, bone health and overall wellbeing. When this sensitive interaction becomes imbalanced, it can manifest in many different ways – often gradually and not always clearly attributable.
Bioidentical hormones offer the possibility of providing targeted and gentle support to the hormonal system and helping the body’s own regulatory processes regain balance.
What are bioidentical hormones?
What are bioidentical hormones?
Bioidentical hormones are hormones whose chemical structure is exactly identical to that of the hormones produced naturally by the body. They therefore do not differ from human hormones but precisely replicate them.
Bioidentical hormones are usually produced from plant-based sources, such as yams or soy. Through specialized processes, these substances are converted so that they are structurally identical to human hormones such as estrogen, progesterone, testosterone or DHEA.
Because they are recognized by the body as “familiar”, bioidentical hormones are often better absorbed and tolerated than synthetically altered hormones. The aim is not to introduce something foreign into the body, but to compensate existing deficiencies or hormonal imbalances in the most natural way possible.
Treatment is individually dosed, for example in the form of creams, gels or capsules. The most suitable form of administration depends on symptoms, laboratory results and personal life circumstances.
When can bioidentical hormones be helpful?
Bioidentical hormones may be beneficial when the body no longer produces enough of its own hormones or when hormonal balance is disrupted.
Menopausal symptoms
During menopause, hormone production in women decreases significantly. Common symptoms include hot flushes, night sweats, sleep disturbances, inner restlessness, mood swings, weight gain and reduced performance.
Male andropause
Men also undergo hormonal changes. From around the age of 30 to 40, testosterone levels decline on average by about one percent per year. Possible consequences include fatigue, concentration difficulties, loss of muscle mass, increased body fat – particularly around the abdomen – and reduced libido.
Menstrual cycle disorders and PMS
Hormonal imbalance can lead to irregular cycles, heavy or painful periods, as well as pronounced premenstrual symptoms.
Fatigue, stress and sleep problems
Chronic stress can place significant strain on the hormonal system. Tiredness, inner restlessness, sleep disturbances, irritability and difficulty concentrating may be hormonally related.
Thyroid-related complaints
The thyroid gland influences numerous metabolic processes, energy levels and temperature regulation. A comprehensive hormone analysis therefore considers thyroid hormones in addition to sex hormones.
Bones, skin and physical changes
Hormones play an important role in bone density, muscle strength and skin elasticity. With increasing age, targeted hormonal support can help counteract these changes.
Symptoms cannot always be clearly attributed to a single factor.
Often, several causes interact, which is why a holistic approach is particularly important.
Individualized treatment
Therapy with bioidentical hormones is always tailored to the individual. It is based on a detailed medical history, personal consultation and targeted laboratory tests, such as blood or saliva analyses. Treatment is always considered within the broader context of your overall health.
Dr. med. Heike Herzog
We look forward to meeting you in person
We would be happy to advise you personally and explore together whether treatment with bioidentical hormones may be suitable for you.
