Why Oprah Likes Bio-identical Hormones

[JUL]

When did Oprah start these hormones?

i don't know but I was wondering if she gained her weight back before or after the hormones
These bioidenticals sound like a good thing but I was wondering how you can control the dosage by rubbing in a lotion as Dr. Phils wife was shown doing

 

[JUL]

I could use a veil lift myself

 

[JUL]

My coffee just isnt getting it

 

[JUL]

Wonder if I can have Dr. Bawa as a primary even though I live in Alabama. I only use a primary once a year or so

 

[Rudyjohn]

Your best bet may be to contact your nearest compounding pharmacy and ask them for docs who prescribe bio-identicals. No doubt you'll have several to choose from in the Chicago area. You can get testing done through http://www.canaryclub.org.

I will do that! Thanks.

 

[dunelover]

i don't know but I was wondering if she gained her weight back before or after the hormones
These bioidenticals sound like a good thing but I was wondering how you can control the dosage by rubbing in a lotion as Dr. Phils wife was shown doing

I use a bio-identical estrogen gel called estrogel. It comes in metered doses. My dr. and I figured out how many doses I needed after about a month. I love it. So much better for your body. Doesn't require a compounding pharmacy for this one.

 

[JUL]

seminar is Wed. If any locals go can you give feedback

 

[rapunzel]

Wonder if I can have Dr. Bawa as a primary even though I live in Alabama. I only use a primary once a year or so

I don't think insurance covers BHT, and therein lies the problem of access. The cost of office visits, testing, and medication is all out of pocket. Many doctors may be reluctant to discuss the topic in a traditional office visit because they know that if they code and bill the insurance, the claim will be denied.

I'm sure most doctors would be happy to discuss HRT with any of their patients, just call the office beforehand, tell them why you want to come in, and arrange in advance for this visit to be paid out of pocket at the time of service. You'd be amazed how often bizarre insurance and billing regulations may tie your doctor's tongue.

 

[Bobby J]

Is this like Human Growth Hormone? I have a few friends on that in CA and they say it is like the fountain of youth. Safer then botox and many movie stars are using it. Sorry if this is something else. I will start a different thread if so.

 

[rancid]

I don't think insurance covers BHT, and therein lies the problem of access. The cost of office visits, testing, and medication is all out of pocket. Many doctors may be reluctant to discuss the topic in a traditional office visit because they know that if they code and bill the insurance, the claim will be denied.

I'm sure most doctors would be happy to discuss HRT with any of their patients, just call the office beforehand, tell them why you want to come in, and arrange in advance for this visit to be paid out of pocket at the time of service. You'd be amazed how often bizarre insurance and billing regulations may tie your doctor's tongue.

Discussing HRT and menopausal symptoms would always be covered by insurance. The prescribing, testing and hormones themselves are usually what are not covered. Most doctors have limited experience with bioidenticals. They are expensive and are not well studied in independent studies with control groups.

Menopausal symptoms are a complicated bag that vary considerably from person to person. The bottom line is that anything one uses will have about a 30% placebo response for menopausal symptoms. Since the symptoms of menopause are subjective, if something feels like it is working then it is. That is why bioidenticals are fine if you can afford them and feel like they work for you.