Hormone Replacement Therapy
Orange County, California

Replacement Therapy Prioritizing Your Well-being.

Hormone Therapy Specialist for Men and Women

Hormones are your body’s internal messengers. They help regulate energy, sleep, mood, weight, sexual health, and even how clearly you think. When these hormones drift out of balance, you may feel like “something is off” even though your labs have been called “normal.”

At OC Sports and Wellness, we offer personalized hormone therapy for both men and women to help restore balance, reduce bothersome symptoms, and support long-term health. Our goal is not to chase a single lab number, but to help you feel and function at your best using safe, evidence-based treatments.

We do not prescribe or encourage performance-enhancing steroid abuse. Dr. Sunshine carefully supervises all hormone therapy with a focus on safety, monitored dosing, and regular follow-up.

How We Approach Hormone Therapy

Every person’s hormone picture is unique. That’s why your care at OC Sports and Wellness typically includes:

• Comprehensive evaluation
  We start with a detailed medical history, discussion of your symptoms and goals, and a review of prior labs and medications.
• Targeted lab testing
  Bloodwork may include sex hormones (testosterone, estrogen, and progesterone), thyroid markers, stress hormones, blood sugar, cholesterol, and other key indicators of metabolic health.
• Personalized treatment plan
  Based on your results and preferences, Dr. Sunshine will recommend a plan that may include lifestyle strategies, nutritional support, and, when appropriate, medically supervised hormone replacement.
• Ongoing monitoring & adjustment
  Hormone therapy is not “set it and forget it.” We recheck labs at appropriate intervals, track your symptoms, and fine-tune your dose or delivery method to keep you safely in an optimal range.

Hormone Therapy for Women

Women commonly experience hormone shifts during:

• The years leading up to menopause (perimenopause)
• Menopause and post-menopause
• Periods of high stress or other medical changes

These shifts can cause symptoms such as:

• Hot flashes and night sweats
• Sleep disturbance and fatigue
• Mood changes, anxiety, or feeling “unlike yourself”
• Vaginal dryness and pain with intercourse
• Irregular or heavy periods (before menopause)
• Decreased libido
• Weight gain or difficulty maintaining muscle

When appropriate, Dr. Sunshine may recommend hormone replacement therapy (HRT) using estrogen, progesterone, and in some cases small, carefully monitored doses of testosterone.

Common options for women include:

• Estrogen therapy
  Often prescribed to reduce hot flashes, night sweats, and vaginal dryness, and to support bone health.
• Combination estrogen and progesterone
  For women with a uterus, progesterone is typically added to protect the uterine lining.
• Vaginal preparations
  Low-dose creams, rings, or tablets that target local symptoms like dryness and discomfort with minimal systemic absorption.
• Low-dose testosterone (when appropriate)
  Some women may benefit from tiny amounts of testosterone for improved libido, energy, and sense of well-being, under close medical supervision.

Potential benefits of well-designed HRT can include:

• Fewer hot flashes and night sweats
• Better sleep and daytime energy
• Improved mood and sense of well-being
• Increased comfort with intimacy
• Protection of bone density and support for long-term health

Every woman’s risk profile is different. We review your medical history, family history, and personal concerns so you can make an informed decision that feels right for you.