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Feeling Depressed? It Could Be Your Hormones

Published October 19, 2018

Do you feel anxious? Maybe you’ve been getting overwhelmed with feelings of sadness for no good reason? Do you feel lonely and isolated? Or are you feeling fatigued? Maybe you get angry or impatient without warning? These are classic symptoms of depression, and if you are experiencing them, it could be time to seek treatment. You don’t necessarily need antidepressants or other medications. For many women, depression is linked to hormonal shifts, including those that occur around menopause. If you are menopausal, you could be feeling depressed because of an imbalance in your hormones as well as things that may be happening in your personal life, like experiencing an empty nest or upcoming retirement. For hormonal depression, the answer to treating it could be as simple as balancing your hormones, which is important because hormonal imbalance can lead to thyroid conditions and other health issues. Read more…

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  • I have been on HRT for 14 years and after speaking with my 3 sisters and mom they recommended I look into bioidentical hormones. I found Dr. Lai and he has changed my life!    I sleep now; in fact I had to tell my husband to quit talking to me in the middle of the night as I am sleeping through…Read More
  • "I feel like I've got my life back. I have way more energy and I'm feeling better. The staff is very friendly and profession. I chose the hormone pellet option and it's easy, painless, and I highly recommend Dr Lai to anyone with full confidence." Rob O. *Results not typical. Always seek the advice of your physician or qualified healthcare…Read More
  • "I was a little hesitant to start hormone replacement because of some bad things I'd heard through the grapevine about synthetic hormones. What does synthetic vs bioidentical actually mean in real terms? I am impressed with Dr Lai's knowledge and he always explains things in a way that I can understand. I finally feel normal and have energy, and am…Read More
  • "I feel so much better now after going to see Dr Lai. I can sleep again, I have so much more energy, and I can think and concentrate clearly again. My decision to invest in my health with Dr Lai is one of the best choices I ever made." Andy C. *Results not typical. Always seek the advice of your…Read More
  • "BioviveMD uses the latest science to make sure that the patient is getting accurate and complete treatment. Their services are not a sideline profit center as part of another practice, it's their focus. They know what they are doing." Doug H. *Results not typical. Always seek the advice of your physician or qualified healthcare provider before making any changes to…Read More

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