What is hormone replacement therapy?
Hormone replacement therapy uses prescribed hormones to replace or supplement hormones when treatment is medically appropriate. The specific hormones, formulation and monitoring depend on the individual patient.
How do I know if I need hormone replacement therapy?
Symptoms alone cannot establish a hormone deficiency. A clinician considers your symptoms, medical history, medications and appropriate testing before determining whether treatment may be appropriate.
Do I need blood work before starting HRT?
Laboratory testing commonly provides important objective information, but the tests ordered depend on the clinical situation. Testing does not guarantee that treatment will be prescribed.
Does NovaGenix treat both men and women?
Yes. NovaGenix offers physician-led hormone evaluation pathways for adult men and women. Recommendations depend on individualized medical evaluation.
What is the difference between HRT and BHRT?
HRT is the broad category. “Bioidentical” generally describes a hormone chemically identical to one produced by the body, but the term does not automatically mean safer, more effective or appropriate for everyone.
Is hormone replacement therapy safe?
Potential benefits and risks vary by patient, hormone, formulation and medical history. Physician evaluation and ongoing monitoring help determine whether treatment remains appropriate.
How quickly will I notice a difference after starting HRT?
Response time varies by the condition being treated, the therapy and the individual. Your clinician can explain what follow-up and response measures are appropriate for your plan.
How often are hormone levels monitored?
Monitoring frequency is individualized according to the therapy, clinical response, laboratory findings and safety considerations.
Does NovaGenix offer testosterone therapy for men?
Yes. NovaGenix evaluates men for testosterone therapy when symptoms, history and appropriate laboratory findings support consideration of treatment.
Does NovaGenix provide hormone therapy for women experiencing menopause?
Yes. NovaGenix evaluates women experiencing perimenopausal or menopausal symptoms and considers individualized treatment when medically appropriate.
Does NovaGenix offer hormone pellets?
No. NovaGenix does not use hormone pellets.
How much does hormone replacement therapy cost?
Cost depends on the evaluation, testing, treatment and follow-up required. Contact NovaGenix for current information; no treatment is guaranteed after consultation or testing.
Can some hormone-care appointments be completed through telemedicine in Florida?
Some appointments may be available through telemedicine for eligible Florida patients. In-person examination or laboratory testing may still be required depending on the situation.