🧬 What Is The Menopause Method?

The Menopause Method is a personalized hormone support approach developed by Dr. Daved Rosensweet. It uses compounded bioidentical hormones, which are hormone preparations made by a pharmacy to match a specific prescription. “Bioidentical” means the hormone has the same chemical structure as a hormone your body makes.

As we offer it, features of the approach may include:

• A custom estrogen blend: a combination of estriol and estradiol, with a higher proportion of estriol, plus other hormones such as progesterone or testosterone when appropriate
• Topical use: creams or oils applied to the skin
• Scheduled monthly breaks from the hormones, as directed by your provider
• 24-hour urine testing to look at how your body processes hormones over a full day
• Regular follow-up and dose adjustments based on how you feel

🔍 Good to Know About Compounded Hormones

Hormone therapy can help relieve symptoms such as hot flashes and night sweats for many people. Here are a few things we want you to know about this approach so you can make an informed choice:

• Compounded hormone preparations are not FDA-approved. They have not been reviewed by the FDA for safety, effectiveness, or consistency.
• Major medical groups have found no proof that compounded bioidentical hormones are safer or more effective than FDA-approved hormone options.
• Estriol is not part of any FDA-approved hormone product in the United States, and research on it is limited.
• FDA-approved options, including patches, gels, and pills, are available, and your provider can talk with you about how they compare.

The best choice depends on your health, your history, and your preferences.

🛠️ What the Process Looks Like

1. A full intake: your symptoms, health and family history, medications, sleep, and stress
2. A review of testing when your provider decides it is appropriate
3. A personalized prescription, made by a compounding pharmacy
4. Follow-up and tracking: check-ins to see how you feel, with dose changes made gradually

Everyone responds differently, and results and timelines vary. Some people feel better quickly and others take longer, and hormone therapy does not work for everyone.

🌸 Who Might Ask About It

People often ask about this approach if they are looking for a more individualized plan, would like to use a topical option, or have sensitivities to certain ingredients in commercial products. Talk with your provider about whether it makes sense for you. If you prefer patches or over-the-counter options, those can often be discussed at a regular visit as part of Foundational care.

💬 Final Thoughts

Menopause is a normal life stage, and your symptoms are real. You deserve clear information, a thoughtful plan, and an honest conversation about both benefits and risks. The right approach is the one you choose with your care team, based on your health and your goals.

If you are noticing changes and want to talk, let us know. We are glad to help you decide on next steps.

To your health and well-being,
Your Lowcountry Wellness Team