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Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) for Men and Women

Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) is the use of hormones to help relieve symptoms relating to hormonal imbalance or the decline in hormone production as we age. It’s no surprise that BHRT is becoming popular among women over 35 who feel sluggish, fatigued, bloated and in many cases seeking relief from the symptoms of menopause. But BHRT is beneficial for men too!

Personalized hormone optimization utilizing BHRT can have anti-aging and other benefits such as increasing sex drive for both sexes. Our initial consultation at Skin & Body Refinery includes a physical exam and labs.

What is Hormone Pellet Therapy?

Pellet therapy uses hormones derived from natural plant sources to replicate the body’s normal hormonal levels. Patients have found that bio-identical hormone replacement therapy with pellet implants is extremely effective. Implants, placed under the skin, consistently release small, physiologic doses of hormones that provide optimal therapy.

Because the hormones used are completely natural, pellet therapy is ideal for patients who want the benefits of a natural hormone without the drawbacks of a synthetic.

What are Hormone Pellets?

Pellets contain a natural plant source of estrogen and testosterone. A compounding pharmacist, using strict federal guidelines, compounds the estrogen and testosterone used in the pellets.

These pellets, which are smaller than a grain of rice, are placed in the fatty tissue underneath the skin and most closely mimic the actions of healthy ovaries and testicles with regard to hormone release into the bloodstream. The hormone pellet implantation procedure is easily performed in the office.

How Often Will I Need Pellets?

For men: usually every 4-5 months. For women: usually every 3-4 months.

Why are Pellets Better than Creams, Patches, Shots or Pills?

They are pure hormone that is not metabolized into byproducts by going through the liver, stomach or skin. This delivery system allows your body to use the right amount of hormone from the pellet as the blood flow surrounding the pellets picks up what is needed.

Where Do the Pellets Go?

Because they are pure hormone without fillers or synthetic ingredients, they completely dissolve.