I am on natural thyroid hormones, Bio-identical hormone (BHRT) pellet and compounded progesterone.

07.07.2021

Ohio Xenia

“I am on natural thyroid hormones, Bio-identical hormone (BHRT) pellet and compounded progesterone.”

Currently I take NP Thyroid and my doctor tests me yearly. My numbers come back great after testing.
After my hysterectomy in 2015 my doctor recommended that I begin getting bio-identical hormone pellets every 3 months. It was explained to me that the hormones in these pellets would help my bone density. My first bone density test was in 2013 and I had a T-score below -2.5 with significantly reduced bone density. Another bone density test in 2021 showed significant improvement in bone density. I take no other supplements or prescriptions for bone density so I can only credit the bio-identical hormone replacement therapy with my improvement.
I spend approximately $500.00 every three months for all of these hormones. My husband and I live on Social Security so finances can sometimes be and issue. Why would I spend that much money on these hormones if I did not see or feel improvements on them. I have a very responsible doctor that tests my hormone levels yearly. I really believe that patients and their doctors are the best judge of what works medically for them and that the government needs to leave decisions on medical care up to the patients and medical professionals.

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