Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) is one of the ways for women to cope with menopause symptoms. A lot of doctors consider this the best course of action for their patients, especially if they have had little to no success with other forms of treatment. 

If you are in a situation where you are considering BHRT and you need some tips, make sure to read the following guide: 

• Always use a clinical assessment to inform the diagnosis – it is a known fact that women usually experience menopause between the age of 45 and 55 years. However, there are also some cases of women around age 40 showing up with symptoms of menopause. Early diagnosis of menopause is essential since it reduces comorbidities like cardiovascular disease and osteoporosis. Clinical assessment is needed to diagnose menopause, as well as a check on follicle-stimulating hormone levels when any doubt exists. 

• Share your concerns – BHRT is best started around the transition of menopause, which is around 51 years of age. At this stage, women are usually at their fittest and do not have significant cardiovascular disease risk. During this time, BHRT can promote cardiovascular health and reduce the risk of bowel cancer and osteoporosis. However, it is important to make all of the necessary appointments with your doctor, to receive the needed information on the treatment. 

• Keep risks in perspective – BHRT often falls victim to beliefs that it is some sort of panacea boosting the quality of life at the cost of life expectancy. However, this is nothing but a myth, as women on BHRT are usually found to live longer and healthier lives. It is important not to sidestep obesity, hypertension, sedentary lifestyle and a whole host of other factors that directly impact the lives of women after menopause. These are factors you can modify, after all. 

• Don’t trust Dr Google – a lot of women first resort to Dr Google and the promises for a free BHRT they find there. The truth is that only your doctor should be the one advising you on what sort of therapy to do and what specialist to see. They will be the one to assess your condition and tell you what to do with this kind of treatment. 

• What are the different ways of administration – every hormone replacement therapy features different ways of administration. Most common are oral drugs, although they aren’t the only solution. You can consult with your doctor on using transdermal oestrogen, which is, according to many, a safer method of delivery, which reduces many risks. Another solution is oral micronized natural progesterone, which doesn’t show much risk for breast cancer. 

• Tailoring your dose – some believe that the best way to do BHRT is to always go with the lowest possible dose. However, the goal of such therapy should always be to establish a dose that effectively treats the symptoms of menopause, all the while providing some bone protection. Women under 40 sometimes require a higher dose, whereas women over 60 may get away with suboptimal doses, and only increase it later in the therapy. 
• Getting the first prescription right – with all of the choices, your doctor may find it difficult to optimise your first prescription. However, you should work through the risks and benefits and share your complaints, to help them navigate this. It is a good idea to go with the treatment that has the lowest risk. 

Always bear these tips about BHRT in mind and you will have great success with such treatment. 

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Nobody would call menopause a disease, so calling the negative side effects of it ‘symptoms’ is not technically correct. However, this period of a woman’s life comes with certain side effects that often feel overwhelming. 

It doesn’t help the fact that many of the symptoms overlap, causing a cascading effect of introducing more problems. However, one thing is for certain – there is a way to keep things under control. Whether it be a specialised bioidentical hormone replacement therapy or some other treatment, women can regain back their health and wellbeing. In the following guide, we take a look at several of the symptoms that are most commonly associated with menopause, as well as how they can be treated: 

• Hot flashes – perhaps the most common symptom of menopause is hot flashes. Also referred to as vasomotor symptoms, these begin as early as perimenopause. They last a long time. It is believed they are set off by an area in the hypothalamus and emerge as a way for the body to cool itself. There are a few things that can help with hot flashes. For starters, reducing hot beverages, caffeine, alcohol and smoking can minimise the occurrence of this symptom. Dressing in layers and wearing light clothes also helps the situation. Drinking plenty of water, especially in the warmer months of the year, is an absolute necessity for every woman out there. 

• Vaginal changes – the decreasing levels of oestrogen thin the vaginal lining and diminish the vaginal secretions. This results in dryness and irritation, as well as reduced sex drive. In some women there is also the condition of atrophic vaginitis that develops, which requires immediate treatment, or else it leads to more ulceration and vaginal thinning. The best way to address this kind of symptom is to consider a vaginal lubricant or moisturiser. Any kind of treatment applied in the form of tablets, creams and rings can be helpful.

• Weight gain – there are a lot of viable strategies when it comes to combating weight gain in women of this age group. Doing light exercise remains the best possible strategy for minimising this issue. A balanced diet will also assist in keeping a healthy weight.

• Insomnia – during menopause, many women complain about insomnia. The problem is usually caused by hot flashes during the night. Implementing a strict bedtime routine can help with the problem. Limiting screen time before going to sleep and always going to sleep at about the same time each night is a fine way to counter insomnia symptoms.

• Dry skin/hair – with age, the skin becomes less capable of retaining moisture and it is the declining levels of oestrogen that have a lot to do with it. One way to remedy the situation is to stop smoking because it has a notable effect on the skin. Another thing is to be more protective of the skin when it comes to sun exposure.

• Concentration and memory problems – the most likely factor that creates these symptoms is stress during menopause. One of the best ways to maintain good brain health is to stay physically active. Aiming for at least 150 minutes of physical exercise per week is a good goal. Also, women who strive to use their mind in different ways also experience less concentration and memory problems. Solving puzzles, playing board games or just learning a new skill are all proven ways to accomplish this task.

All of these symptoms are common enough during menopause. Knowing the right ways to address them really can contribute to better wellbeing during that period of life.

© The Natural Doctor

Global bioidentical hormones market is expected to reach USD 400 million by 2023, and the market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 5.2 % during the forecast period 2017-2023.

Bioidentical Hormones Market Overview

Bioidentical hormones although are created in a lab they are very similar to the hormones produced by the human body.  Hence, they can be defined as man-made hormones. These hormones are customized as per the prescription or are compounded by a pharmacist, based on the doctor’s demand. 

Bioidentical hormones are then used as a treatment for people whose own hormones are imbalanced. Bioidentical hormones just as hormones produced by the human body can control almost all tasks in the body including sex and brain function, growth and the breakdown of food, etc.

Hormonal imbalance can cause increased risks including low energy, weight gain, muscle atrophy, hair loss, depression, anxiety, mood swings, trouble sleeping, and hot/ cold flashes & night sweats for women who are going through their menopause.

People witnessing these symptoms are prescribed with the hormone-replacement therapy where the provider first talks with the patients and asks them to undergo a blood test to determine the specific symptoms and then orders the test.

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Unlike, the synthetic hormones, bio-identical hormones do not create any cause side effects and increased risks. These hormones rarely have side effects and, if they do, the provider might need to adjust the dosage. As a result, bio-identical hormones are preferred widely.

Increasing prevalence of hormonal changes or imbalance in hormones led by the sedentary lifestyle, lack of nutrition, and the aging drives the market for bioidentical hormones, creating a huge demand.  Resultantly, the bioidentical hormones market garners huge demand, uptake, and hence the colossal growth on the global platform.

Recognizing the kind of the growth, the market witnesses today, an eminent research firm, Market Research Future (MRFR) in its recently published study report confirms that the global bioidentical hormones market will reach USD 400 MN, registering approximately 5.2 % CAGR during the forecast period (2017-2023).

Additional factors substantiating the market growth include the environmental changes, increasing industrialization and urbanization. Improving economic conditions are certainly providing a vast impetus to the market growth, availing the quality healthcare.

On the other hand, factors such as the demand and supply gap of feedstock required in the production of these hormones are estimated to obstruct the market growth over the forecast period, increasing their prices unreasonably. 

Bioidentical Hormones Global Market – Segmentations

MRFR has segmented the report into four key dynamics for an easy grasp; 

By Types : Estrogens, Progesterone, and Testosterone among others.

By Product Types: Tablets & Capsules, Creams & Gels, Injectable, and Patches & Implants among others.

By End-Users: Hospitals & Gynecology Clinics, Academic and Research among others.

By Regions: Europe, North America, APAC and the Rest-of-the-World. 

Global Bioidentical Hormones Market – Regional Analysis

The North American region dominates the global bioidentical hormones market, in terms of both market size as well as revenue. The extensive use of medications and high expenditure on health care majorly lead the market growth in the region.  Besides, factors such as the fastest uptake of new drugs alongside the presence of major research companies drive the bioidentical hormones market in the region.

The European region accounts for the second-largest market in the world due to high per capita income and healthcare expenditures. A well-developed healthcare sector along with the resurging economy in the region substantiates the market growth of bioidentical hormones in the region. Some of the European countries such as the U.K, Germany, and France boost the market growth in this region.

The Asia Pacific region accounts for a promising market for bioidentical hormones, closely following the European market. Factors such as the ever-increasing population encourage the use to bioidentical hormones, creating a significant demand for healthcare. China and India backed by their respective, fast-growing healthcare sector will be leading the APAC bioidentical hormones market. 

Global Bioidentical Hormones Market – Competitive Analysis

Highly competitive bioidentical hormones market appears fragmented due to the presence of several large and small-scale players. Producers compete based upon price and brand, emphasizing upon new product development initiatives, and geographical expansion. Matured players incorporate acquisition, collaboration, partnership, expansion, and technology launch in order to gain a competitive advantage and thus to maintain their positions in this market.

Key Players:

Some of the eminent leaders of the market include BioTE Medical, SottoPelle, Advantage Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Neuva Aesthetics, Full Life Wellness Center, Defy Medical, and Biostation.

Industry/ Innovation/ Related News:

October 29, 2018 – TherapeuticsMD Inc. (US) a leading global Pharmaceutical company announced receiving its third FDA approval of the year, Bijuva, a menopause remedy that combines two bioidentical hormones.

Bijuva, an oral soft gel that contains ingredients are artificially produced but chemically identical to hormones made naturally by women's bodies such as estradiol and progesterone which are commonly used in hormone therapies to treat menopause symptoms such as hot/cold flashes. The company is now all geared up to launch first-ever bioidentical hormone combo Bijuva.

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Bioidentical hormones are hormones that are chemically the same as those that the body produces. Although they are made in a laboratory, bioidentical hormones mimic the hormones the human body produces naturally.
The global Bioidentical Hormones market is valued at xx million US$ in 2018 and will reach xx million US$ by the end of 2025, growing at a CAGR of xx% during 20192025. The objectives of this study are to define, segment, and project the size of the Bioidentical Hormones market based on company, product type, end user and key regions.

This report studies the global market size of Bioidentical Hormones in key regions like North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Central & South America and Middle East & Africa, focuses on the consumption of Bioidentical Hormones in these regions.
This research report categorizes the global Bioidentical Hormones market by top players/brands, region, type and end user. This report also studies the global Bioidentical Hormones market status, competition landscape, market share, growth rate, future trends, market drivers, opportunities and challenges, sales channels and distributors.

The following manufacturers are covered in this report, with sales, revenue, market share for each company:
SottoPelle
BioTE Medical
Advantage Pharmaceuticals
Full Life Wellness Center
Neuva Aesthetics
Defy Medical
Biostation

Market size by Product
Estrogens
Progesterone
Testosterone
Others
Market size by End User
Hospitals & gynecology clinics
Academic and research
Others

Market size by Region
North America
United States
Canada
Mexico
AsiaPacific
China
India
Japan
South Korea
Australia
Indonesia
Singapore
Malaysia
Philippines
Thailand
Vietnam
Europe
Germany
France
UK
Italy
Spain
Russia
Central & South America
Brazil
Rest of Central & South America
Middle East & Africa
GCC Countries
Turkey
Egypt
South Africa

The study objectives of this report are:
To study and analyze the global Bioidentical Hormones market size value & volume by company, key regions, products and end user, breakdown data from 2014 to 2018, and forecast to 2025.
To understand the structure of Bioidentical Hormones market by identifying its various subsegments.
To share detailed information about the key factors influencing the growth of the market growth potential, opportunities, drivers, industryspecific challenges and risks.
Focuses on the key global Bioidentical Hormones companies, to define, describe and analyze the sales volume, value, market share, market competition landscape and recent development.
To project the value and sales volume of Bioidentical Hormones submarkets, with respect to key regions.
To analyze competitive developments such as expansions, agreements, new product launches, and acquisitions in the market.

In this study, the years considered to estimate the market size of Bioidentical Hormones are as follows:
History Year: 20142018
Base Year: 2018
Estimated Year: 2019
Forecast Year 2019 to 2025

This report includes the estimation of market size for value million US$ and volume K Units. Both topdown and bottomup approaches have been used to estimate and validate the market size of Bioidentical Hormones market, to estimate the size of various other dependent submarkets in the overall market. Key players in the market have been identified through secondary research, and their market shares have been determined through primary and secondary research. All percentage shares, splits, and breakdowns have been determined using secondary sources and verified primary sources.

For the data information by region, company, type and application, 2018 is considered as the base year. Whenever data information was unavailable for the base year, the prior year has been considered.