Prior to cBHT, migraine headaches were occuring twice per week. Now I have maybe one a month.

I was experiencing many negative symptoms such as tiredness, depressed mood and light-headedness before taking bioidentical hormones. Now that I've been on this regimen for quite some time now, I feel like I have my life back. I have more energy and my overall health has greatly improved.

Without compounded BHT my health would be drastically and negatively affected. My primary care physician has been caring for me since 1994 but doesn't have a clue how to help women in their pre-menopausal and post-menopausal individually, simply because there are only one-size-fits-all medications at her disposal. A medical professional that uses a compounding pharmacy / pharmacist's has had specialized education and practice to correctly diagnose and prescribe medications that actually work for each individual. Please do not allow the FDA to interfere in the current status of compounding medications or pharmacies or pharmacists.

My Testosterone was zero and I had zero libido. This was very bad for my sex life. Since using testosterone cream, my sex life is so much more satisfying. I never want to go back. My significant other is much happier and feels like he can satisfy me. I am so thankful for compounding medications.

I have been using compounded therapy for over 20 years. I have never had a bad experience with any of the therapies I have used. I was in my late thirties and found I was avoiding my husband, moody, tired and gaining weight. Since we still like each other, I searched out a doctor who understood how to prescribe these therapies to balance my hormones. This has made me feel great and my husband is a fan. My sleep has also improve. Before, I would lay in bed for hours trying to sleep. Every one of us is different. I am now 57 and these are made for me. I still like my husband after 37 years even. Even through the changes the therapy was made for me and I did not suffer from the hot flashes for very long. So yes I like this treatment and I pray this choice is not taken away from me and many others whose life it has made better.

I am here to say that my physical health and mental health would be in danger had I NOT used bioidentical hormone therapy. I had a severe case of disruption at 51 years of age where my body stopped producing estrogen and my physical and mental ability were in danger. I landed almost in the hospital, but instead knew well enough to go to my gynecologist. Up until then, I had taken OTC progesterone cream to assist with pre- menopause. After a few weeks I improved 50%. Now I've been on it for five years with very few interruptions to my life, with testing and adjustments to the bioidentical creams. It has dramatically improved my life with no side effects or set backs. This is a TERRIBLE idea to not allow for this type of treatment. It is effective and is safe. I should be allowed to maintain and improve my health as I am aging. The FDA has not done its job if it restricts compounding. The biggest benefit it is done with testing and adjustment and side effects are not like HRT- chemically produced with dangerous side effects. I am pleased and have been pleased with bio-compounding and see this as another barrier against women's right for health and well-being. Physically going through menopause is hard enough and we need all the safe available pathways to health. Isn't that also what the FDA is supposed to protect? Bioidenticals can also assist men who are having more trouble as they age as well.

Starting on bioidentical progesterone has been a game-changer for me. I learned about the use of this through Dr. Dan Purser's book, and the benefits have been many for me. The number of migraines I was having was reduced substantially. Breasts became much less dense to the point where I no longer had to get additional mammographic imaging. It has helped with sleep and mood also. I also use a compounded testosterone and DHEA cream. All of these preparations are worth paying for out of pocket because of how beneficial I feel they are.

As a post menopausal woman with dysautonomia, my body was unable to make the hormones that I need. My neurologist recommended/supported my decision to use BHRT. I am much calmer and can enjoy sex with my spouse! Everything is better! Life is good.

Taking BHRT therapy I now am sleeping better, significantly less depression and anxiety and mood issues.

I had to have a complete hysterectomy at 48 years old. The hormone cream replacement is compounded to exactly what my body needs, which is much safer than an over the counter pill that is generated for the general population not for each individual. My insurance doe not cover the cost of my hormone replacement but to get the exact amount that my body needs is worth paying for it out of my personal pocket. If I am no longer able to get the bioidentical hormones, I'm worried about the side effects it will have on my body causing me to have to take additional prescriptions that are not made specifically to what my body needs.

I absolutely could not function daily without this treatment. I suffered for years with debilitating symptoms that are not finally under control.

At 60 years old, bioidentical hormone replacement has given me a significant improvement in overall well-being. I now have more energy, have experienced extreme improvement in physical well-being via exercise, and a significant increase in my libido. I am now confident that in my later years I will not be impaired by lack of mobility.

Significantly improved my vaginal health which has allowed me to wear a pessary to alleviate symptoms of prolapse.

When I started taking my compounded thyroid medication it was like the "light bulb" went on. I could think more clearly. I am not as cold anymore and I am not gaining weight. When I had to get a refill I had to use synthetic thyroid medication from Walgreens because there was a shortage on compounded ingredients. Within a week my hair was falling out in clumps. I will never go back and use synthetic medication.

I have been using cBHT for several years and it has worked well. I no longer have pain during intercourse and I like that it is a natural product rather than synthetic. I had tried at least two different hormone products previously with no relief. My doctor suggested trying this and I am very happy with it.

Topical testosterone dramatically improved muscle tone after being on a corticosteroid too long, which caused muscles to shrivel up. I have been on oral and topical estrodiol improved memory, decreased bladder leakage, and increased my energy and is necessary for good bone density. Oral slow release progesterone raised my serum blood levels, improved sleep whereas other brands did not, allowing my physician to balance the sex hormones. Also other brands caused significant side effects such as headaches, joint pain, bronchial constriction, and gastritis. Hormones have improved my life.

cBHT has allowed me to customize the amount of estrogen/progesterone and take the dose that best suits my needs rather than a one size fits all approach that could over or under treat. I trust my compounding pharmacist to accurately dispense the prescription. My blood hormone levels can be easily monitored and dosages easily adjusted accordingly. I feel good on this regimen and have greater peace of mind.

I cannot take synthetic drugs as they cause all kinds of problems with me. When I finally found a natural supplement, I was able to use it and not have the devastating side effects.

At 42, I was barely functional and struggling with depression. Despite a complete diet and lifestyle change, including a 40 pound weight loss, I was still struggling to get through my work week and spent the weekends sleeping. As a dialysis nurse, this was having a major impact on my life and my patients, not to mention how it was affecting my family. Hormone replacement changed my life. I can think clearly again, I sleep well again, I wake up refreshed and enthusiastic and can give my best to my patients again. I have zero depression or anxiety, and feel like my life is worthwhile and productive again. And best of all, my family isn't picking up the slack - I am able to focus and spend time with them in the evenings and weekends instead of just trying to recuperate enough to get through another week. I did everything I could on my end, but it wasn't until the hormones were addressed that I was really able to benefit from my hard work. I am healthier now than I've been in 15 years, and I hope to go into my 50's even healthier still. PLEASE don't remove this therapy option, it's been such a game changer. I want to go into my older years healthy and strong, so that I can continue to serve the medical needs of my community rather than become another patient in need of care.