Bioidenticals: Another All-Natural-Is-Good Myth

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Introduction

The concept and practice of hormone therapy (HT) have changed dramatically over the past decade, and both patients and providers have sought alternative treatments for the symptoms of menopause. Bioidentical therapy has become increasingly popular as a treatment option over conventional HT. This treatment uses a different mix of hormones intended to copy the exact molecular profile of natural sex steroids, and proponents of bioidentical therapy claim that it is at least as effective and safer compared with conventional HT. Are they right? The current review discusses this issue.......