Bioidentical Hormone Pellet Therapy (BHRT)
BHRT Hormone Implants
Are small crystalline slow-release pellets containing 100% body / bio-identical hormones. The pellets are implanted under the skin and options include both estradiol and testosterone. The Implants are given every 3 to 6 months for women and every typically 5 to 6 months for men. A blood test is required 2 weeks prior to implant and is needed at least every 6 months to monitor hormone levels to ensure the dose and frequency is changed accordingly if necessary. Our guidelines follow practices to ensure normal therapeutic blood levels are maintained.
For women, if you still have a uterus, you will also be prescribed a progestogen/progesterone to prevent the risk of developing endometrial hyperplasia that increases risk of endometrial cancer. Estrogen implants should be considered a non-reversable HRT that cannot be removed once inserted. If you are planning a family within 12 months of the treatment, this option is not suitable.
Signs and symptoms of Hormonal Imbalance in Women may include:
- Decreased energy
- Night sweats and hot flashes
- Weight gain
- Decreased sex drive
- Trouble sleeping
- Irritability
- Anxiousness
- Mood swings
- Discomfort during intercourse
Signs and symptoms of low Testosterone and Hormonal Imbalance in Men
- Low sex drive
- Fatigue
- Loss of muscle mass
- Increased Body fat (especially in the waist area)
- Decreased bone mass
- Mood changes
- Irritability
- Brain fog
- Stress
- Anxiousness
A consent prior to lab draws and prior to treatment is required.
