Bioidentical Hormone Treatment in Andover, MA
Personalized hormone testing and bioidentical hormone treatment designed to address hormonal changes and
help you feel more like yourself again.
Restore Balance & Feel Like Yourself Again
Hormonal changes can affect far more than your reproductive health. Changes in hormone levels during perimenopause, menopause, and other stages of life may contribute to changes in your energy, mood, sleep, sexual wellness, and overall quality of life.
At Winchester Women's Healthcare, Dr. Mary Ann Millar offers personalized hormone evaluation and bioidentical hormone treatment to help identify hormonal changes and develop an individualized approach based on your symptoms, health history, and goals.
What Are Bioidentical Hormones?
Bioidentical hormones are hormones designed to have the same molecular structure as hormones naturally produced by the human body. They may be used as part of hormone therapy when declining or changing hormone levels are contributing to bothersome symptoms.
Hormone treatment isn't one-size-fits-all. Dr. Millar considers your individual symptoms, medical history, risk factors, and testing when determining whether hormone therapy may be appropriate for you.
Signs of Hormonal Changes
Hormone levels naturally fluctuate throughout a woman's life, particularly during perimenopause and menopause. These changes can affect women differently and may contribute to symptoms such as:
- Hot flashes and night sweats
- Difficulty sleeping
- Mood changes or irritability
- Low energy or fatigue
- Vaginal dryness
- Changes in sexual desire
- Difficulty concentrating
- Other symptoms associated with perimenopause and menopause
Because these symptoms can have many possible causes, a thorough evaluation is important before beginning treatment.
Personalized Hormone Testing & Treatment
Your care begins with a conversation about how you're feeling, your health history, and the changes you've noticed. When appropriate, hormone testing and other evaluation may be used to better understand your health and help guide treatment decisions.
If bioidentical hormone therapy is appropriate, Dr. Millar will develop a treatment approach based on your individual needs and monitor your response over time. Adjustments may be made as necessary to support both symptom management and your overall health.
Hormone Care as Part of Your Overall Wellness
Hormonal health is only one part of your overall well-being. Dr. Millar takes a comprehensive approach that considers your symptoms alongside your medical history, lifestyle, preventive healthcare needs, and stage of life.
For women experiencing menopause-related vaginal dryness or discomfort, Winchester Women's Healthcare also offers MonaLisa Touch® laser treatment, providing another option that can be discussed as part of a broader approach to intimate health and wellness.
Frequently Asked Questions
Bioidentical hormones are formulated to have the same molecular structure as hormones naturally produced by the body. They may be used as part of hormone therapy to address symptoms related to hormonal changes.
Symptoms such as hot flashes, night sweats, sleep changes, fatigue, mood changes, vaginal dryness, and changes in sexual wellness may be associated with hormonal changes. Because other conditions can cause similar symptoms, an individual evaluation is important.
Dr. Millar will evaluate your symptoms, health history, and individual needs and determine whether hormone testing or other evaluation is appropriate as part of your care.
No. Hormone therapy is not appropriate for everyone. Your personal and family medical history, symptoms, risk factors, and individual goals should be considered before deciding on treatment.
Dr. Millar will monitor how you're responding to treatment and may recommend follow-up evaluation or testing when appropriate. Your treatment can be adjusted based on your response and individual needs.
Take Control of Your Hormonal Health
You don't have to simply accept disruptive symptoms as part of getting older. Personalized hormone evaluation and treatment can help you better understand what's changing and explore options for feeling your best through perimenopause, menopause, and beyond.
Schedule a bioidentical hormone consultation with Dr. Mary Ann Millar at Winchester Women's Healthcare in Andover, MA.
