How Do Bioidentical Hormone Pellets Work?
Hormones are chemical messengers that are naturally produced by your body’s endocrine system. They regulate a number of important functions, such as mood, sleep, growth, metabolism and libido.
Often, as you age, your body fails to produce the right balance of these hormones. When that happens, you can experience a variety of unpleasant symptoms. Fatigue, depression, weight gain, and, in more severe cases, diabetes and low bone density can all result from imbalanced hormones.
Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) is a safe and effective means of treating these imbalances. A particularly effective type involves inserting a small pellet under your skin; the pellet contains a synthesized version of the missing hormones.
Let’s look at how bioidentical hormone pellets work and why you might consider them for your symptoms.
Why Pellets?
Bioidentical hormone pellets are small capsules about the size of a grain of rice. They’re inserted under your skin via a small, non-invasive incision.
The small but potent pellet almost immediately begins to release a steady dose of hormones into your bloodstream, which distributes them throughout your body. With a pellet treatment, you receive a consistent dose of hormones that mimics your body’s natural production.
Unlike creams, pills or injections, pellets offer patients continual relief from their symptoms. Your hormone balance is never disrupted. When it’s time for your next pellet (usually around 3-6 months later), a new pellet is inserted and your hormones stay balanced.
How Do Bioidentical Hormone Pellets Work for Men vs Women?
As men and women age, their bodies produce fewer key hormones, such as testosterone and estrogen. For women, this can be particularly challenging during and after menopause. This drop in hormone production impacts each gender in different ways.
Bioidentical Hormone Pellets for Men
Men can experience fatigue, lack of motivation and reduced sex drive as they age. Testosterone replacement is the most common hormone therapy for men. It offers:
- Increased energy
- Greater sex drive
- Reduced risk of heart disease and diabetes
- Better muscle retention
- Improved memory
A periodic testosterone pellet treatment can greatly improve the quality of life for men suffering from a testosterone imbalance.
Bioidentical Hormone Pellets for Women
As women navigate changes during menopause, they may feel tired, anxious and moody. Using a pellet to deliver a steady dose of estrogen, testosterone or both can:
- Improve energy
- Stabilize mood
- Increase libido
- Enhance sleep
- Alleviate menopausal symptoms
- Reduce risk of osteoporosis, heart attack and diabetes
A simple pellet insertion often brings immediate relief to women experiencing any of the above symptoms.
Am I a Good Candidate for Hormone Pellets?
If you’re a man or woman experiencing any of the symptoms mentioned in this article, we recommend that you have your hormone levels tested. Our physicians can review your results along with your health history to design a treatment that best matches your needs and your body’s chemistry.
Getting started is easy. Simply contact a Balance Hormone Center near you and schedule your testing. We look forward to meeting you and helping you feel better!
