Patient Guides
Plain-language answers to the most common hormonal health questions — written by the Haute MD editorial team.
Hormone optimization uses evidence-based testing and therapy to restore optimal hormone levels. Learn who benefits, what's tested, and what treatment looks like.
Read GuideTRT restores testosterone levels in men with documented deficiency. Learn how it works, delivery methods, what to monitor, and how to find a qualified physician.
Read GuideHormone replacement therapy (HRT) relieves menopause symptoms and protects bone density. Learn what the current evidence says about safety and who should consider it.
Read GuideThyroid disorders cause fatigue, weight changes, hair loss, and mood changes. Learn how thyroid conditions are diagnosed and treated — and why the full panel matters.
Read GuidePCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome) causes irregular periods, excess androgens, and weight gain. Learn how it's diagnosed and what treatments are most effective.
Read GuideChronically elevated cortisol disrupts sleep, promotes abdominal fat, impairs immunity, and accelerates aging. Learn how to assess and manage cortisol levels.
Read GuideDHEA and pregnenolone are precursor hormones that decline with age. Learn what the evidence says about supplementation and who may benefit.
Read GuideStandard hormone panels miss critical markers. Learn what comprehensive hormone testing includes, how to interpret results, and how to find a physician who tests correctly.
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