What are the problems with synthetic hormones which are not Bio-Identical?
When first developed, synthetic hormones were well received because they provided some of the benefits of hormonal replacement: controlling the symptoms of menopause and fighting osteoporosis. However the long-term results have shown that synthetic hormones often elicit a negative metabolic response. Some women can’t tolerate synthetic hormones, often suffering with side effects such as bloating, bleeding or mood swings. In some patients, synthetic estrogens and progestins can contribute to the development of breast and uterine cancer. Synthetic hormones are not a perfect match in the body; they try to trick the body. A bio-identical hormone does not have to trick the body. Synthetic hormones produce abnormal metabolites that may also cause side effects and increase the cancer risk.
