Hormonal Imbalance Treatment: Rebalance PCOS, PMS & Menopause
Understanding Hormonal Signals
Hormone related problems like painful heavy periods, PMS/PMDD, PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome), and declining hormone levels in perimenopause and menopause are common but not inevitable. Learn about how your hormones are impacting your health and discover effective natural strategies to rebalance, optimise and replace hormones as needed.
The Hidden Roots of Hormonal Struggles
Dysmenorrhea and Menorrhagia: More Than A Nuisance
Painful and or heavy periods can be debilitating, lead to fatigue due to iron deficiency and may even require surgical treatment. Instead of addressing the underlying progesterone:estrogen imbalance the symptoms are often managed with NSAID’s like ibuprofen, ponstan, naproxen and synthetic hormonal birth control pills which have long lists of side effects including blood clots, stroke and cancer. With functional medicine you can restore balance safely. Learn how to supercharge your dietary iron absorption without constipation, to replenish your iron stores and avoid painful expensive iron infusions for good.
PCOS: When Insulin Impairs the Ovaries
PCOS is a complex interplay of insulin resistance, inflammation, and androgen excess that may cause irregular cycles, weight gain, acne and changes in hair growth. Simple affordable blood testing through medicare or iMedical can be obtained to check hormone levels (FHS, LH, Estradiol, Progesterone, Testosterone, DHEAs and SHBG) and insulin (fasting insulin) to confirm the diagnosis. Sometimes a pelvic ultrasound will show polycystic ovaries but this feature is often absent especially in mild cases. Dietary modification and supplementation seeks to restore insulin sensitivity and can normalise androgen levels and put PCOS into remission within months.
PMS and PMDD: When Mood Swings Become a Nightmare
Cyclical shifts in mood often named PMS or PMDD are frequently tied to estrogen dominance and or progesterone deficiency. Whilst they can affect menstruating women of any age, they are more likely to become challenging in the late 30’s and 40’s when natural progesterone production begins to decline but estrogen levels remain intact. A simple affordable blood test through medicare or iMedical can be obtained to check hormone levels 1 week before the period is due and should show an estrogen:progesterone ratio of around 20:1. Supporting optimal progesterone levels through supplementation, nutrition or hormone replacement can quickly put mood swings to an end and restore calm and resilience.
Perimenopause & Menopause: Beyond Hot Flashes
While menopause typically occurs at age 51, perimenopause may begin to become noticeable up to 10 years earlier. Symptoms like brain fog, joint pain, and insomnia often accompany more obvious symptoms like hot flushes and loss of libido. Many doctors are uninformed about modern hormone replacement options which are safe and effective. Women who use hormone replacement report feeling better and are often found to have superior bone health and lower levels of cardiovascular disease. In addition to pharmaceutical solutions such as bio-identical hormones, why not learn about natural alternatives and helpful supplements to restore vitality.
Preventing Hormonal Chaos: A Functional Medicine Blueprint
Hormones should not be a mystery. Learn to read these signals and interpret their meaning as well as acquiring the skills and strategies to rebalance, optimise and replace hormonal harmony at any age. Discover simple affordable blood testing that your doctor doesn’t want you to know about and that puts you back in control.
Dr. Casey’s Strategies for Hormonal Harmony
Dr. Casey merges medical expertise with effective solutions.
- Rational testing: Get the right blood tests to answer your hormone questions and discover more detailed testing options like saliva and DUTCH testing.
- Dietary personalisation: Understand the importance of insulin, meal timing, dietary composition and fasting and how they are impacting your hormones now.
- Therapeutic nutrients: Maximise results with the right supplementation for your unique symptoms and issues.
- Hormone replacement: Learn about the different hormone replacement options and whether they might be beneficial for you.
Why Women Trust Dr. Catherine Casey
- Experience: Assisting thousands of women with their hormone issues.
- Expertise: Medical doctor with functional medicine training in hormone replacement and women’s health.
- Empathy: No judgment—solutions based on your personal values, preferences, budget, and lifestyle.
- Proven Outcomes: Regain your quality of life, no matter what stage of life you are in.