Hormone Treatments

About Hormone Therapy

Hormone treatment at Women’s Health at Valley View can provide relief from symptoms associated with perimenopause, menopause, and postmenopause. Our OB/GYN specialists offer both pharmaceutical and bioidentical hormone replacement therapy options at our Glenwood Springs, Basalt, and Silt, CO locations. After a thorough examination of your current symptoms, blood tests, and a review of your medical history, we will suggest the appropriate form of treatment for you. We can also evaluate if any additional tests need to be conducted to rule out any other existing conditions. Contact us at one of our Colorado facilities to learn more and to schedule your consultation with one of our board-certified OB/GYNs.

Ideal Candidates

There are several hormonal changes that may begin to occur at the onset of perimenopause, which typically in the 40’s. Changing estrogen levels cause various symptoms through the stages of menopause which may include:

– Hot flashes
– Inconsistent timing between periods
– Changes in mood
– Vaginal dryness
– Sleeplessness

Treatment Details

Hormone replacement therapy is used to balance the levels of estrogen, progesterone, and other hormones in women, especially those that are in the stages of menopause. At Women’s Health at Valley View, we offer hormone pills, patches, creams, and suppositories with or pharmaceutical (synthetic) hormones.

Bioidentical Hormones

Bioidentical hormones are manufactured to act similarly to the body’s own natural hormones. They are provided in varying forms to help balance out hormone levels and can be customized, depending on each patient’s needs.

Pharmaceutical Hormones

Pharmaceutical hormones are typically synthetic and may not represent as closely as the hormones that are naturally found in the body.
Depending on your symptoms and medical history, our team of experienced OB/GYNs will be able to identify which form of hormone replacement therapy is best for you and your needs.

What to Expect

When using hormone replacement creams, it is important to remember that you may be at risk of exposing those around you to the hormones. To avoid this, you should make sure that the area of treatment is dry after application and before coming in contact with others. With all forms of hormone therapy, our team will give you proper treatment and aftercare instructions to ensure your best results.

Find Balance

Hormone replacement therapy can be extremely effective in helping to manage the symptoms that are associated with menopause. At Women’s Health at Valley View, we can help identify your current hormone levels and provide the appropriate treatment to balance them effectively. Contact us at one of our Colorado locations to schedule a consultation with one of our board-certified OB/GYNs.