Sexual wellness encompasses physical, mental, and emotional health related to sexuality and sexual function. As we age, hormone changes can negatively impact libido, sexual performance, energy, mood, and more. A sexual wellness clinic focuses on restoring balance through hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and lifestyle adjustments.
HRT involves supplementing hormones that decline with age, like testosterone in men and estrogen in women. Restoring optimal levels can provide immense benefits related to sexuality and overall vitality. Below, we delve deeper into signs of hormone imbalance, who can benefit from HRT, treatment methods, and more specifics around our hormone clinic.
Hormone changes tend to be gradual, so symptoms may come on slowly. Common deficiency signs in both men and women include:
The specific signs can vary based on factors like age, health conditions, degree of imbalance, etc. Blood testing helps accurately identify shortfalls.
Comprehensive lab testing is crucial for assessing actual hormone levels and pinpointing where they fall on the spectrum from optimal wellness to dysfunction. Key hormones evaluated include:
Testing blood levels of these and other hormones compared to healthy ranges helps identify specific deficits. Follow-up testing during treatment lets physicians optimize dosing to reach ideal levels.
Many adults experience hormone changes that disrupt optimal wellness. Sexual wellness clinics treat men and women ages 30 and up. While treatment eligibility depends on symptoms and blood levels, common candidates include:
HRT can help restore hormone balance to alleviate symptoms for these groups when appropriate based on medical evaluation.
When medically indicated and properly implemented, HRT offers life-changing improvements related to sexuality, health, and overall well-being. Benefits may include:
These reflect some of the many possible improvements in health markers, quality of life, relationships, and overall wellness and vitality.
John B. began struggling with low energy, weight gain, and erectile dysfunction in his late 40s. He finally saw his doctor and got tested for low testosterone, which bloodwork confirmed along with high cholesterol.
After 6 months on our medically guided testosterone therapy program, John has much more energy and stamina. His sex drive is back to his prime, and erectile performance has significantly improved. He's also lost over 25lbs while gaining lean muscle through consistent exercise, which is easier with his increased energy. We also optimized his lipid profile. John feels 20 years younger and is thrilled with the transformation!
Supplementing vital hormones to more youthful levels under medical guidance can profoundly influence health and well-being when clinically indicated.
If testing reveals a genuine hormone deficiency, HRT may provide benefits. Standard treatment protocols include:
Working closely with a knowledgeable physician provides customized treatment based on your needs and biomarkers along with careful medical oversight for ideal results and health protection.
Blood tests identify genuine shortfalls, ruling out normal age-related decline. Skilled physicians interpret results, prescribe appropriate regimens, and monitor progress. Attempting hormone therapy without clinical deficiency and medical supervision risks side effects. Our practitioners have advanced training in sexual wellness optimized to restore balance.
Located in East Northport, New York, brings extensive expertise in sexual health and hormone therapy for men and women. Our comprehensive sexual wellness programs address all aspects from testing and diagnosis through treatment, nutrition support, and follow-up care.
We accept most major insurance plans. Financing options are also available. Call for a free 15-minute consultation to see if our sexual wellness programs might benefit you or your partner!
If blood tests confirm a hormone deficiency, restoring balance through HRT often brings immense quality of life improvements. Available options include:
Testosterone is the most widely used hormone therapy in sexual wellness, particularly for men. Delivery methods include:
Each option has pros and cons regarding convenience, dosing control, cost, etc. Our experienced physicians guide you in selecting the optimal method for your needs and preferences.
Comparison of Testosterone Delivery Methods
| Method | Pros | Cons |
|---|---|---|
| Injections | Most cost-effective, easy to adjust dose | Needle discomfort, frequent administration |
| Gels | Easy to apply, steady daily dosing | Skin irritation possible, transfer risk |
| Patches | Ease of use, avoids injections | Can loosen, skin reaction |
| Pellets | Only apply every few months | Minor surgery, dosage less adjustable |
Estrogen therapy options for women include:
The route of administration depends on symptoms and treatment goals as we customize therapy to your needs.
While HRT plays a central role, lifestyle adjustments further support sexual wellness:
Our clinicians offer nutritional consultations, fitness guidance, and stress management coaching as part of comprehensive care plans. Supporting hormones through lifestyle pays huge dividends.
After struggling through menopause, Sarah's marriage was on shaky ground due to low intimacy. She came to Renew Medical Center as a last resort. We identified estrogen deficiency along with high inflammation markers.
Sarah began estrogen patches along with targeted nutrition and supplement support. In just 8 weeks, she reported much fewer hot flashes and fatigue along with a significant libido boost. As sexual satisfaction improved between her and her husband, so did their emotional intimacy and bond. At her 3-month follow-up, Sarah was in tears thanking us for restoring intimacy and "giving her marriage a second honeymoon."
We passionately support patients like Sarah in reconnecting within themselves and with loved ones through our holistic sexual wellness programs.
Despite proven benefits, common misconceptions about hormone therapy persist. Let's separate truths from fiction:
Myth: HRT increases cancer risk * Fact: Extensive research confirms female hormone therapy does NOT cause cancer when started within 10 years of menopause. Male testosterone therapy holds no proven cancer risk either. We screen for contraindications.
Myth: HRT stresses the heart * Fact: As estrogen drops during menopause, women lose the heart protection hormones provide before this change. Restored estrogen therapy is safe for most healthy women under age 60. Testosterone offers heart benefits like improved cholesterol for men.
Myth: HRT causes weight gain * Facts: Balancing hormone levels helps reduce abdominal obesity. By improving body composition and energy, HRT facilitates easier weight/fat loss through diet and exercise.
Myth: Taking external hormones is "unnatural" * Fact: Oral/topical hormones restore deficient levels to more youthful norms. Many are bioidentical to the body's own. Declining hormones taking us out of natural balance causes dysfunction.
Myth: HRT complications outweigh benefits * Fact: Evidence clearly shows quality of life markedly increases with hormone normalization when appropriately implemented and monitored.
HRT risks stem largely from inappropriate use - treating normal aging, ignoring health history, lax monitoring, etc. Our specialist oversight optimizes safety and positive outcomes.
While not its primary purpose, balanced hormone levels actively slow aspects of the aging process. Benefits may include:
Longer lifespan - Multiple studies correlate sufficient testosterone in men and estrogen in women with increased longevity. Hormone restoration likely extends human healthspan.
Younger gene activity - Optimal hormones help regulate gene expression patterns to more youthful profiles. Genetics partly dictate the rate of biological aging.
Glucose metabolism support - Balanced hormones improve insulin sensitivity and blood sugar regulation. Poor glucose control accelerates aging.
Lower inflammation - HRT helps resolve inflammatory issues driving age advancement like joint pain, diabetes, and heart disease.
Strengthened immunity - Hormones like testosterone and DHEA directly support immune function, which declines with age.
Brain protection - Estrogen and testosterone enhance cognition and help prevent dementia, resulting in sharper mental acuity long-term.
While we don't promise fountain of youth results, HRT does align key biomarkers with slower aging. Our age management physician talks in more detail below about this anti-aging relationship.
Dr. Emily Thompson from Renew Medical Center: "After practicing age management medicine for over 20 years, I can unequivocally say that balanced hormone levels consistently correlate with better health and longevity markers in patients. Optimizing testosterone, estrogen, thyroid, and other hormone levels to more youthful ranges plays a definitive role in fighting disease and supporting graceful aging."
Progressive clinicians now focus not just on managing diseases but helping patients thrive through proactive health optimization. This emphasizes:
Applied in a far-sighted personal manner instead of outdated generalized models, this framework allows individuals to take charge of cultivating long-term wellness.
Renew Medical Center brings together top practitioners across specialties like age management, regenerative medicine, nutrition, and sexual health to offer fully integrated optimization programs tailored to your unique needs.
Whether you are a man wanting to reclaim your prime vitality, a woman struggling with menopause, or a couple looking to reconnect intimately, we can help guide your journey back to optimal well-being and performance step by step with cutting-edge medical science and holistic living support.
We also help fitness-minded men boost strength, endurance, and physique along with competitive athletes legally enhance performance - all through precision hormone balance.
Contact us today to see how our sexual wellness and hormone optimization programs might benefit your health and relationships.
Hormone imbalances can significantly impact sexual wellness, overall health, and quality of life. Renew Medical Center offers comprehensive hormone replacement therapy and personalized treatment plans to help restore optimal hormone levels and alleviate symptoms. With their experienced practitioners, holistic approach, and ongoing support, Renew Medical Center aims to provide life-changing improvements for individuals seeking to enhance their sexual wellness, vitality, and overall well-being.