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ACEP Now: Vol 33 – No 05 – May 2014Eric G.’s DXA scan, demonstrating a dramatic decrease in body fat and increase in muscle mass with a short course of HRT.
Like most endeavors in life, the key to executing a successful plan is in the follow-through. Patients must be monitored closely, especially in the first few months. Follow-up laboratory testing is essential within the first eight to 12 weeks. Doses must be adjusted to ensure that replacement is in the appropriate range and not creeping into supraphysiological levels where risks increase. Once dosing has been established, periodic monitoring must be continued. Due to a variety of variables, patients’ needs fluctuate over time. Therefore, doses that are appropriate today may not be appropriate in the future.
HRT has moved from the fringe into mainstream medical practice for two primary reasons. First, it works! But equally important is that HRT focuses on maximizing quality of life rather than the number of days of life.
Dr. Andrew has practiced medicine for more than 20 years and is the cofounder of the age management and aesthetic practice Elan Medical in Fairfield, Calif.
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2 Responses to “Hormone Replacement Therapy Safe and Effective When Administered by a Knowledgable Physician”
June 20, 2014
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November 12, 2017
Denise DoughertyAfter all this time, finally someone understands the symptoms that you put forth in this article are very real and devastating to our lives. It’s not that I want to feel twenty again(that would be nice), it’s that our bodies are beginning to fail organ by organ. If there is a way to reach the average person and their doctors and help them understand that the benefits out way the negative, to persuade the doctor and agree on HRT, I’m with you. If there is a study in my area, sign me up please. I just want to be able to exercise and feel the results and enjoy the reward of achievement. I eat less and exercise more, no reward. Please help me to have my doctor agree to this treatment.