Find your glossary term by first letter: a form of complementary and alternative medicine that involves inserting thin needles through the skin at specific points on the body to control pain and other symptoms. written instructions letting others know the type of care you want if you are seriously ill or dying. These include a living will and health care power of attorney. disorders that involve an immune response in the body. Allergies are reactions to allergens such as plant pollen, other grasses and weeds, certain foods, rubber latex, insect bites, or certain drugs. tiny glands in the breast that produce milk. a brain disease that cripples the brain's nerve cells over time and destroys memory and learning. It usually starts in late middle age or old age and gets worse over time. Symptoms include loss of memory, confusion, problems in thinking, and changes in language, behavior, and personality. clear, slightly yellowish liquid that surrounds the unborn baby (fetus) during pregnancy. It is contained in the amniotic sac. when the amount of red blood cells or hemoglobin (the substance in the blood that carries oxygen to organs) becomes reduced, causing fatigue that can be severe. the use of medicine to … Continue reading →

You may consider hormone replacement therapy (HRT) to be a women's-only concern, but it's not. Men's testosterone levels peak in their late teens, and begin a gradual but steady decline of about 1 percent a year around age 30 (Mayo Clinic, 2012). Because testosterone is required for proper male sexual development and reproductive functionas well as muscle bulk, red blood cell level, and bone densitymany men worry about the natural decline of this hormone produced by the testicles. Yet medical experts disagree about the significance of this decline, and whether the health benefits of HRT outweigh the risks. If testosterone levels decline naturally with age, do men need HRT? This has been a difficult question for researchers to answer. Not many studies have observed the effects of testosterone therapy in men with healthy levels of the hormoneand studies that have were smaller and yielded unclear results. HRT can help symptoms of low testosterone in men who suffer from a disease called hypogonadism (Mayo Clinic, 2012). This is a dysfunction of the testicles that results in the body being unable to produce the right amount of testosterone. But what's less certain is whether testosterone therapy can benefit healthy men whose testosterone … Continue reading →

We all strive for balance in our lives, but few of us realize the need for balance in our bodies. Our hormones are responsible for this balance and when age causes our hormone levels to decline, we see and feel the effects in our health, energy, and appearance. We no longer have the vitality, fitness, beauty, immunity, stamina, libido, wellness, and confidence of our youth. Instead, were left with frustration over a body thats out of balance. Fortunately, theres a way to restore that delicate balance and replenish the youthful essence we remember. That way to wellness is hormone replacement therapy at the biostation in Delray Beach. Hormone replacement therapy is an age-management treatment that can dramatically improve the negative symptoms associated with aging in men and women. Our medical specialists use a multi-tiered approach to achieve the optimal benefits. Testosterone alone is not the answer. Our bodies are a symphony of hormones, that when in balance, lead to a greater utilization of testosterone and increased overall feeling of well-being. Its this understanding of the environment within our bodies that must be recognized and adjusted in order for us to maximize the benefits of hormone replacement therapy. The solution lies … Continue reading →

Menopause is the final period and occurs because a woman stops ovulating, her ovaries no longer produce oestrogen (one of the female sex hormones) and her monthly period (menstruation) ceases. It is a natural event that marks the end of the reproductive years, just as the first menstrual period during puberty marks the start. Many women, although not all, experience uncomfortable symptoms during and after menopause, including hot flushes, night sweats, sleep disturbance and vaginal dryness. These symptoms and physical changes can be managed in various ways, including lifestyle changes like healthier eating and increased exercise, and by hormone replacement therapy (HRT). While HRT reduces the likelihood of some debilitating diseases such as osteoporosis, colorectal (bowel) cancer and heart disease, it may increase the chances of developing a blood clot (when given in tablet form) or breast cancer (when some types are used long-term). For women who experience menopause before the age of 45 (early or premature menopause), HRT is strongly recommended until the average age of menopause onset (around 51 years), unless there is a particular reason for a woman not to take it. There is no evidence to suggest that a woman with a family history of breast … Continue reading →