Acne, Fatigue, Loss of Libido, Bloating, Weight Gain

Dear Dr. Dean:I am 44 years old female experiencing fatigue loss of libido acne bloating weight gain etc. I believe I should try HerBalance. My Dr. prescribed Estrone and estradiol and (it looks like) a little progesterone. I would like to stay away from the estrogens for now. I was wondering if HerBalance would cause acne to increase and if you think with just those symptoms I have given you would suggest HerBalance. Thank you GP

Dear Ms. P I think your physicians prescription is appropriate. However I also think you may benefit from HerBalance II (or perhaps a combination of HerBalance I & II) plus a little progesterone.In addition you might benefit from natural thyroid hormone as well—especially if you are experiencing cold intolerance (cold hands and feet). Please see my article on hypothyroidism on VRPs website. The symptoms you mentioned could all be attributable to hypothyroidism.Ward Dean M.D.