Hormone Replacement Therapy

An imbalance in hormone levels can make you feel out of sorts. At Alliance Primary Care in Princeton and McKinney, Texas, Danielle Hawkins, APRN, offers hormone replacement therapy (HRT) to rebalance hormone levels, improving physical and emotional well-being. Danielle provides hormone replacement therapy for all people in need of specialized health services. Alliance Primary Care is a comfortable place for care, including you in the medical decision-making process. Call or schedule an appointment online today. Telehealth appointments are available.

What do hormones do?

Hormones coordinate a wide range of functions in the body. They’re tiny chemicals that travel in your blood, delivering instructions to different organs and body systems. Your hormones control:

• Growth and development
• Mood
• Sleep cycle
• Metabolism
• Sexual health

When your body makes enough of the necessary hormones, your body functions as it should. However, improper hormone levels can have a significant effect on your emotional and physical well-being. 

When should I consider hormone replacement therapy?

You may consider hormone replacement therapy (HRT) if you’re unhappy with the way your hormone levels are affecting your body. Many people consider HRT as they age because the sex hormones (estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone) naturally decrease. 

Common symptoms you may experience with a decrease in sex hormone levels include:

• Hot flashes
• Difficulty sleeping
• Low energy level
• Low libido
• Depressed mood
• Difficulty managing weight

Hormone replacement therapy is available to anyone over 18 who wants to adjust their hormones. 

Alliance Primary Care provides HRT for all those in need of these specialized services. Danielle customizes therapy to match individual needs following a comprehensive history and physical. She also offers onsite and at-home lab testing to assess hormone levels so she can adjust HRT as needed. 

How does hormone replacement therapy work?

HRT works by providing you with the hormones your body needs to reach optimal hormonal levels and restore balance. The goal of HRT is to improve physical and emotional well-being. 

Danielle spends time talking to you about HRT, how it works, and how it can benefit you before getting started. She assesses your medical and family health history to ensure the benefits outweigh any inherent risks. She wants you to know you’re an important part of the decision-making process. 

HRT comes in many forms, including pills, gels, patches, and shots. Together, you and Danielle decide what method of delivery is best for you. 

What happens after I start HRT?

Danielle schedules regular follow-up visits at Alliance Primary Care after you start HRT. She monitors symptoms and asks about side effects. She also checks blood hormone levels for medication management, adjusting your prescription when appropriate.

You continue on HRT for as long as necessary. 

Alliance Primary Care is an all-inclusive primary care practice dedicated to making high-quality health care accessible to all. Call or schedule your hormone replacement consultation online today.