Jamila
Z.
Washington
Seattle 98296
“I am 48 years old. At age 20, I developed Vulvodynia. Specif...”
I am 48 years old. At age 20, I developed Vulvodynia. Specifically, Vestibulodynia. It took me 16 years to get an accurate diagnosis. I suffered for years. Terrible, horrible, daily 24/7 pain. I took birth control pills on and off for over 10 years. These FDA approved pills is what led to the vulvar pain, and my doctor never told me this could be caused by using them. They can block estrogen and testosterone receptors in the vulvar skin. Although I stopped taking the pill, that was not enough to help the severe pain. I needed estrogen and testosterone applied topically on the vulvar skin, in order for it to heal and to unblock those hormone receptors. The only way to get the correct balance is through using compounded estrogen and testosterone in a soothing gel base, so as not to further irritate the skin. There is currently nothing on the market for those of us with Vulvodynia. We need tailored, individual dialing in of hormones to be relieved of excruciating pain. Restricting, or discontinuing the ability for patients like me to receive prescriptions for specifically tailored hormones would be detrimental. I spent years seeking help for pain, pain that is now under control by using my topical, compounded estrogen and testosterone. If I were to stop using the compounded medications, the pain would return. Restricting compounded medications would cause many people to suffer, myself included. Please do not take a patients right to receive individualized care.
Diane
P.
Washington
Anacortes
“Going on bioidentical hormone treatments was life altering f...”
Going on bioidentical hormone treatments was life altering for me. I had been diagnosed with bipolar disorder and was on two harsh medications for it. I had terrible side effects but was determined to remain on them to stabilize my moods for my loved ones' sakes. My doctor suggested trying bioidentical hormones and also treated me for adrenal fatigue and it changed everything. I was able to go off the two medications for biopolar disorder and have been stable without them for 10 years now. I have no mood swings or any psychological issues. My hormone imbalance was basically misdiagnosed as a mental health issue when it had a biological cause. I have recommended bioidentical hormones (Wiley protocol) to many people since. To say it was life changing is an understatement. I cannot recommend it enough.
Beth
K.
Washington
Issaquah
“cBHT has changed my life when nothing else worked. I tried e...”
cBHT has changed my life when nothing else worked. I tried every option available with my doctor. Nothing helped or made any changed. So we decided to try cBHT. It began working and making changes that I could not achieve. It literally changed my life!
Darcy
S.
Washington
Ellensburg
“I have only been taking the cBHT for eight months, so I am j...”
I have only been taking the cBHT for eight months, so I am just now beginning to see the benefits. My hormones were so out of whack, leading to chronic illness (so much so that I had to quit teaching elementary school). The hormone protocol that I am taking is helping me get the sleep I need to power me through the next day. They are helping my cognitive functions, which had declined with my chronic health challenges. They are also helping me with vaginal dryness and my libido has increased. For women like me, the bioidentical hormones are a life-line.
Erin
L.
Washington
Wenatchee
“cBHT has improved my energy, balanced my emotions, and reduc...”
cBHT has improved my energy, balanced my emotions, and reduced negative side effects from my menstrual cycle. I would be very disappointed to have have access to this hormone therapy.
Kenneth
D.
Washington
Carson
“Without progesterone and estrogen cBHT, my body was a mess. ...”
Without progesterone and estrogen cBHT, my body was a mess. My hormones were so off balance and I had terrible symptoms.The cBHT cream my doctor prescribed saved my health and my relationships.
Jean
K.
Washington
Lakewood
“In my late 40's early 50's I started to have depression anxi...”
In my late 40's early 50's I started to have depression anxiety issues. I began counseling and after many sessions without much results and terrible side effects form anti-depression drugs, my therapist suggested seeing a hormone specialist. I had a blood test done and my testosterone was very low. This explained my zero energy, no sex drive and massive drop in my ability to exercise. This all led to my depression as I had always been very active. My wife was struggling with me as I wasn't the man she married. After a couple changes of dosage in my testosterone cream, all my energy came back and my sex drive. The commercial grade testosterone didn't offer the dosage I needed. I've been on it for 10 years and my quality of life is so greatly improved, it scares me to think it could be taken away! This treatment saved my life.
marlene
A.
Washington
newcastle
“At the age of 40, my body started going into menopause. Comp...”
At the age of 40, my body started going into menopause. Compounded hormone replacement therapy completely changed my life for the good. Stopped that menopause in its tracks. No more hot flashes, brain fog, weight gain. Increased sex drive, and energy. No more dry vagina or painful sex.
Then the insurance stopped covering. Jump forward seven years, if full on menopause, symptoms so bad I could barely function. My insurance would only cover crappy one size fits all HRT. After two months on an estrogen patch, a giant cyst was discovered in my right ovary. I immediately had to stop treatment. With no other options available. Inability to even have sex, it was too painful, and destroyed my marriage.
Daniel
F.
Washington
SAMMAMISH
“cbHT has greatly improved my quality of life mentally and ph...”
cbHT has greatly improved my quality of life mentally and physically.
nicki
W.
Washington
Camano Island
“I would probably be dead without compounded hormones....”
I would probably be dead without compounded hormones.
julie
L.
Washington
Bainbridge Is
“This product has made my life much better. Also, I have oste...”
This product has made my life much better. Also, I have osteoporosis, and it helps with that. Please don't remove it from the compounding pharmacies.
DAYTON
F.
Washington
Tacoma
“I am a 40 year old woman with low testosterone who started a...”
I am a 40 year old woman with low testosterone who started a testosterone compound cream (2mg) daily. It has increased my libido and energy which were both previously lacking. Testosterone helps to protect the breasts and heart as well and should not be removed from the market. I believe this med has helped decrease my bouts of severe irritability as well. Women's estrogen and testosterone levels decrease with age which affects quality of life. Why get rid of these meds which improve quality of life?
Ted
O.
Washington
Olympia
“My menopause symtoms were very pronounced. They went to zero...”
My menopause symtoms were very pronounced. They went to zero after using these cBHT's. Why mess that up for us?
Julie
G.
Washington
Clinton
“Compounded testosterone has given me greater zest and energy...”
Compounded testosterone has given me greater zest and energy for life, including physical and mental activity for a dozen years. It has also increased my interest in sexual activity.
Susan
H.
Washington
Freeland
“The best thing that has ever happened to me in my elderly li...”
The best thing that has ever happened to me in my elderly life.
Suzi
M.
Washington
Redmond
“This is one prescription I absolutely can't do without! At a...”
This is one prescription I absolutely can't do without! At age 74 I would have severe vaginal dryness and atrophy were it not for this medication. Not only is this a very painful condition when experienced, but since I am married to a much younger man my sex life would be in the toilet without this cream that I use vaginally. Please don't get in the way of letting consumers access this crucial medication by taking it off the market or making it unaffordable - PLEASE!
Janet
H.
Washington
Vancouver
“My quality of life greatly improved! Hot flashes went away, ...”
My quality of life greatly improved! Hot flashes went away, mood improved, libido improved, and my lipid panel improved. I love cBHT! Please do not take this option away! I have regular blood tests to monitor my levels.
Ed
F.
Washington
Federal way
“I have been taking cBHT for 13 years. I have more energy. I ...”
I have been taking cBHT for 13 years. I have more energy. I have renewed interest in sex. I look and feel better. Before starting this, I tried another prescription form my PCP's office and I felt terrible. It didn't agree with me at all.
Cynthia
L.
Washington
Snohomish
“I have never liked conventional medicine and as soon as I st...”
I have never liked conventional medicine and as soon as I started getting hot flashes I saw a holistic doctor for help. I have had amazing health and no side effects since, as the compounded hormones are created for exactly what my body requires. This was confirmed when I found out that regular hormones by a conventional doctor would have been too high for my body and would have been an overdose for me. I was told that the minimum dose of testosterone would be 200mg when my prescription is 0.1. Medicines etc. need to be created for each individual person and their needs and not just a blanket minimal dose for everyone. I have had great health ever since I was put on the BHRT.
Nathan
H.
Washington
Burien
“Since 2015, I signed up with Longevity Clinic, and their sta...”
Since 2015, I signed up with Longevity Clinic, and their staff physician, using Hormone Therapy. Along with supplements, diet change and exercise, I've dropped over 25 pounds. My sex life, though not as frequent, has improved substantially. I use the topical cream once a day, and have blood tests every two months to make sure everything is in balance, and so far the results have been consistent and stable with no ill effects whatsoever. Thankfully, I can afford the hormone therapy from a local pharmacy that I trust, and will continue using.