hormone therapy

Bio-Identical Hormone Therapy

The Condition: Hormone Imbalance

Hormone imbalances cause a wide range of issues for both women and men. Everything from libido and mood to skin tone and sleep patterns can be affected. The challenge is that hormone levels inevitably decline as we age, and while we all age, our needs can differ dramatically. Bio-identical hormone therapy replenishes the hormones that your body needs to function. Molecule by molecule, bio-identical hormones are exactly the same as those in your body.

How do you know which approach is best for you as an individual?

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The Solution: My Customized Bio-Identical Hormone Protocol

My extensive experience has led to me recognize that for Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy to be most effective, it must be customized for each patient based on their unique symptoms and lab values. Equally important, I offer a range of treatment options:

  • Topical creams

  • Sublingual (under the tongue) drops or lozenges

  • Vaginal suppositories

  • Oral capsules

  • Injections

  • Pellet implants

These treatment options are designed to fit all patient preferences and are customized for each patient’s individual needs. Although bio-identical hormone therapy is different for each patient, the ultimate goal is the same: treating hormone imbalance symptoms and increasing quality of life. 
 

Hormone Pellets: Discover the Spotlight On Bioidentical Hormone Therapy

Hormones are responsible for many of our bodily functions. Everything from brain functions, libido, food digestion, and physical growth result from the function of hormones.

The downside to hormones playing such a huge part in determining our overall physical well-being is that when hormones are imbalanced, you will likely experience unpleasant physical symptoms as a result. 

You might find yourself struggling with brain fog, chronic fatigue, low libido, and mood disorders due to hormonal imbalance. 

This is where pellet therapy can be extremely useful in promoting greater health, hormone continuity, and overall happiness. 

If you have begun noticing symptoms of hormonal imbalance in your body or mood, continue reading to learn more about hormone pellet therapy, its pros, and cons, as well as where you can get BHRT pellets near you.

What Are Hormone Therapy Pellets Made Of?

Bioidentical hormone pellets are derived from plant-based estrogen and testosterone and function in the body exactly like biologically produced hormones. Amazingly, plants have the capability of producing synthetic hormones that mimic the exact function of estrogen or testosterone — which proves to be extremely useful for middle-aged and elderly individuals whose bodies are struggling to produce sufficient hormone levels. 

When BHRT pellets are inserted into the body, the body believes that they are your naturally produced hormones and treats them as such. Using BHRT pellets, individuals are able to balance their hormones naturally and easily.

How To Know If You Need BHRT Pellets

How do you know if you’re the right candidate for bioidentical hormone replacement therapy? If you’re unsure whether hormone replacement pellets can help you, here are several symptoms that bioidentical hormone pellets are used to treat:

  • Vaginal dryness

  • Low or a decreased libido 

  • Weight fluctuation (usually weight gain)

  • Mood swings and changes 

  • Brain fog and memory issues 

  • Chronic fatigue and lack of energy

  • Sleeping issues (such as night sweats and insomnia)

  • Hot flashes (commonly experienced by menopausal women)

If you’ve been experiencing any of the above-mentioned symptoms, chances are that you may need BHRT pellets. If you would like to speak with a hormone replacement specialist about your questions or concerns, get in touch with Waterfront Wellness today.

Pros and Cons of Hormone Pellets

What are the pros and cons of hormone pellets that you should be aware of before beginning treatments? 

If you’ve decided to go with the BHRT route, you are entitled to know the potential pros and cons of hormone pellets so that you know what to expect after your first hormone pellets insertion.

Continue reading to learn about some of the most commonly reported pros and cons of hormone pellets. 

Bioidentical Hormone Pellets: Pros

Here are five benefits that bioidentical hormone pellets can offer you:

  1. Steady dosage. Hormone pellets are designed to release slowly into the bloodstream, causing a steady delivery of the lacking hormone. This ensures that there isn’t any sort of roller coaster effect (as can happen with hormone pills).

  2. Simple insertion. Hormone replacement pellets have a super easy and simple insertion that can be done in a matter of minutes. 

  3. Balanced hormones. Hormone pellets will balance your hormones and get them to steady, ideal levels.

  4. Reduction of hormonal imbalance symptoms. The symptoms of hormonal imbalances can make life very uncomfortable, unpleasant, and distracting. Hormone replacement therapy can reduce or eliminate the symptoms that accompany hormonal imbalances so that you can once again enjoy life to its fullest. 

  5. You can forget about it. Unlike pills and creams which you need to remember to take or apply regularly when you get bioidentical hormone pellets, you don’t need to constantly have it at the forefront of your mind. You can forget about it and enjoy a worry-free, hormonally balanced daily life. 

Hormone Replacement Pellets: Cons

Here are two cons that accompany hormone replacement pellets therapy:

  1. Minor surgery. Because pellets are inserted using an incision, you may need to take a day or two to recover following pellet insertion.

  2. Possible side effects. There is always a potential for negative side effects whenever any medical procedure is done. Some potential side effects could be bloating, headaches, or breast tenderness. Always consult a qualified BHRT therapy specialist if you have any concerns about the treatment. 

Please make sure that you consult your general doctor if you have any concerns about receiving BHRT pellets and always inform your BHRT doctor of any pre-existing medical conditions that you have that could affect the effectiveness of your body’s reception to the treatment.

How Are Hormone Pellets Received? 

While there are various ways to receive hormone replacement therapy, hormone pellets are given in a pellet form and implanted around the hip or buttocks area. 

During the insertion, a small incision will be made and the pellet will be inserted. The pellets usually function using a slow-release method in order to provide the bloodstream with adequate amounts of the lacking hormone. 

Most patients of hormone pellet therapy report feeling no pain during the procedure but if you are concerned with the insertion process, get in touch with Dr. Ashley Cooper at Waterfront Wellness to discuss your worries or learn about our other methods for bioidentical hormone replacement. 

Other Services We Offer:

Men's Health
Women's Health
Functional Medicine
Testosterone Replacement Therapy
Sexual Health
PRP
P-Shot
Endocrine Disorders
Revitalizing Skincare
IV Therapy
Vampire Hair Treatment
Erectile Dysfunction Treatment
GAINSWave Therapy
Hormone Pellet Therapy


Where To Get Hormone Pellets Near Me? 

Where can you go if you’re looking for hormone pellet therapy? If you’ve been told by your doctor that you need BHRT pellets, get in touch with Waterfront Wellness today. 

Here at Waterfront Wellness, we run an empathetic and informed clinic with a special emphasis on hormonal health and physical wellbeing. 

If you’d like to learn more about our hormone replacement therapy methods or schedule a consultation with Dr. Ashley Cooper, get in touch with Waterfront Wellness today. We would be happy to answer any questions you may have about our BHRT pellet therapy or schedule you for your first hormone pellets consultation with our qualified doctor. 

Please contact Waterfront Wellness by filling out our online contact form here. We look forward to helping you on your journey towards a healthier, more fulfilling lifestyle. 

Locations We Serve:

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