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Using Bioidentical Hormones Safely for Osteoporosis With Dr. Felice Gersh
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- Опубліковано 2 сер 2024
- Today, I have someone who recognizes the unique needs of women, and she's here to answer many of your health questions, specifically about bioidentical hormones and Osteoporosis. She also leaves us with the hope that we can all live longer and healthier lives if we commit to doing what we can for our health.
Dr. Felice L. Gersh is a board-certified OB/GYN and Integrative Medicine healer. As such, she can utilize the most cutting-edge and high-tech diagnostic testing while incorporating science-based therapies, from herbal to surgical, to assist in the healing process.
She is the founder and Medical Director of the Integrative Medical Group of Irvine. Adept in all areas of women’s health, Dr. Gersh is especially renowned for her expertise in female hormones, with a unique specialization in PCOS, the most common endocrine problem faced by women.
If you’re looking for information about bioidentical hormones and women's health, listening to the wisdom of Dr. Gersh is a good starting point.
Thank you for listening to another fabulous episode of the Happy Bones, Happy Life podcast!
“I want everybody to feel optimistic that there is so much you can do, and there's a whole long lifespan ahead of you if you just make the commitment. And then every day, try to do healthy things to support every organ system and, of course, that vital musculoskeletal system.” - Dr. Felice Gersh
In this episode:
[00:00] - Intro
[02:46] - Can bioidentical hormones help a 78-year-old female with Osteoporosis who, for medical reasons, cannot take anabolic and antiresorptive medication?
[07:30] - Is the bioidentical estrogen safe if you have estrogen+ or progesterone+ breast cancer?
[13:56] - Is there any age that's too young to go into hormones?
[21:40] - Practical tips to prevent falls and fractures
[25:47] - If you start bioidentical hormones due to Osteoporosis, are they contraindicated if you have a history of polyps that cause bleeding?
[28:30] - If you have uterine fibroids and Osteopenia, are you not a good candidate for bioidentical hormones?
[33:03] - What test can you take to measure estrogen levels?
[35:20] - How would you know if your doctor is qualified to lead you down the path of bioidentical hormone therapy?
[38:30] - What is the ideal estradiol level?
[42:04] - If you can't find a doctor who understands how thyroid hormones interact with bioidentical sex hormones, what can you do? Would taking herbal teas help?
[46:47] - Are there any issues with taking estrogen when you have fibrous breasts?
[52:18] - After increasing my estrogen dose from one pump to two, I've developed migraines almost every other day. What could be the cause? What are some strategies to manage severe migraines?
[56:26] - Does using estradiol cream help?
[56:40] - When you say take progesterone for 14 days to mimic a menstrual cycle, would that apply to someone who's had a hysterectomy?
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I am 75 and have been denied hormones since I was taken off it when I was 52 because of the studies saying it could cause breast cancer. I have ask countless if I could get hormones again and have been told no every time. I think this is archaic and if this applied to men I guarantee the men would be getting it.
If you are still healthy, no pre-diabetic, etc a menopause society practitioner would likely be okay with putting u back on. The problem is that as u get older and aging goes on the risk of estrogen goes up if u have existing heart disease etc. That's why my mother is denied. She was on hrt, they told her to stop after the WHI was released and now in her later 70s she wants back on but she now is pre-diabetic, with hypertension, etc. So it's too risky now.
Dr Gersh is so forward thinking, one of my favourite menopause specialists 💛
When I was 16, a birth control was prescribed for me that was so bad for my body, that when I stopped taking it 1 year later, my menstrual cycle ceased to exist FOR 17 years! During this 17 year period, I had 0 estrogen in my body, and zero monthly bleeds. Fast forward to age 29, I was able to have my son with insemination and hormones. After birth, still no periods. At the age of 32, my DEXA showed osteopenia. My doctor told me it is because I drink coca-cola! At the age of 34, my cyles resolved on their own, currently I am 49, still having periods. Because I wanted HRT for my bones and overall health, I had a DEXA 2 months ago: my bones are in the normal range. Moral of the story: estrogen-when in the bosy, DOES build and maintain bone. My current doctor is still telling me that bone do not rebuild.
Dr Gersh gives me hope. Thank you both.
Bone grow and weight lifting and bouncing on a little trampoline have studies that show it helps bone a little bit.
Dr Felice you have such a good energy and hormone wisdom ! Thank you ❤
It was so exciting to hear your presentation Dr Gersh. Thank you so much. And, thank you Margie for your passion and dedication to helping those of us with osteoporosis. I am grateful for all your shared information and the fantastic and knowledgeable guests on your podcasts.
I developed severe histamine intolerence and vaginal bacterial overgrowth (strong fishy odour) after 10 months of missed period. These are all signs of microbiome dysbiosis. I started HRT and within a month everything was well regulated again. No more misery from itchy skin and smelly underwear. I always wonder how my friends cope without HRT. I was definitely miserable.
Unexplained femur fractures, jaw necrosis jaw is eaten away, heart issues, esophagus pain and tissue death from all the osteoporosis medications. No thank you.
What about IDC cancer in the breast and starting HRT after treatment?
I had a hysterectomy at 47. I am now 69 with osteoporosis! Also, I now have a T12 fracture and a partial hip replacement, which happened after the T12. Would HRT help instead of drugs? Thanks Judy
OP drugs are not ideal, however for anyone receiving pharmaceutical treatment whether anabolic or anti-resorpative, is there any advantage to simultaneous HRT treatment?
I'd like to know more about this too 😊xx
I just started vivelle dot patch and 100 mg progesterone. I wanted to start out slowly and let my body get used to the new hormones. I am 65 started peri menopause at about 47-48.
I got my first dexa scan and it says osteoporosis. Doctor just sent a rx for fosamax. I refused to start it once I started researching. I think I have strong bones as I have always been active and used to lift weights
Is it ok to start on this with the vivelle Patch and oral progesterone then once my body is used to that, then switch to pellets possibly with testosterone?????
I watched your video on vibration plates. I can’t afford the marodyne as it’s 3,000$. I’m going to research a less expensive one if available. Thank you for that video. My friend has one of those and uses it almost daily.
Pellets are not the same as estrogen. A lot of people get too much testosterone via pellets and you feel miserable
Does Medicare cover the blood work for the entire panel including testosterone and all the other things they should test for in hormones and thyroid?
I can’t find any bio identical doctors here inthe Bay Area that take a Medicare supplemental for the office visits. I’m on the best, a supplemental policy and original Medicare.
I know it doesn’t cover the pellets under the fat, but some drug plans cover the vivelle dot patch and the progesterone.
No to women’s hormones. Yes to men’s hormones.
Medicare will pay for labs once you meet your deductible .