Bioidentical Hormone Therapy-What are the facts? By Jon Nielsen, M.D.
October 27, 2009
Given all the concerns about the safety of hormone therapy (HT) over the past few years, it’s no surprise that women have been seeking the alternative form of HT called "bioidentical hormones." Indeed, a high-profile marketing concept, touting a "safer and gentler" approach to hormone therapy, has developed around using bioidentical hormones produced in compounding pharmacies, where drug formulas are said to be specially tailored to individual patients.
As a result, there is much confusion among women, health care professionals, and the media about the definition, safety, and utility of hormone therapy preparations available today. This article clarifies some of the terms used to describe hormone therapy preparations, and reviews the safety and utility of the hormone therapy options available today.
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