Episode Details

Understanding Hormone Testing and Replacement for Women with Dr. Deborah Matthew

Episode 932 Published 10 months, 4 weeks ago

Episode Highlights With Deborah

When to consider hormone testing and symptoms to be aware of
One big clue that your hormones could be the issue
Symptoms of too much or too little estrogen and progesterone
How thyroid hormones come into play
What to look for in hormone testing
The different types of hormone testing available and the pros and cons of each one
How timing matters, especially for hormone testing
Why a lot of doctors will refuse to manage hormone levels and how to navigate this
What the right timing is for hormone testing and why it isn’t what many doctors suggest
How being on birth control makes hormone testing more difficult

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