I am beginning my journey with bioidentical hormones at age 72 which have been prescribed by my cardiologist. I had a complete hysterectomy when I was 38 and did a short stint on synthetic hormones. 4 years ago I was diagnosed with severe osteoporosis, tried the natural route for 2 years with no improvements. Went on Tymlos and had an 11% spine improvement. I now have been on Tymlos for 2 years so my protocol is now over. Since my blood work shows very minimal hormones across the board, my cardiologist suggested bioidentical hormones to not only help with all the hormone deficiencies I have but to help with maintaining the gains I had with Tymlos.
Many doctors still use the research from the early 2000’s to refuse HRT therapy. My doc has done extensive research and attended many medical studies on HRT replacement and feels confident that we need hormones as we age to continue to be and feel healthy. I’m trusting him but have done much research myself and feel confident I’m make the right choice. This journey is not easy but we have many tools to be our own advocates for our health.