Hormone Replacement Therapy and Testosterone Therapy
At Newman Physicians Group, we understand that hormone balance is crucial for overall health and well-being. We are proud to offer BioTE bioidentical hormone replacement therapy, a leading-edge treatment designed to optimize hormone levels and improve quality of life for both men and women experiencing hormone imbalances. With nearly a decade of experience as a BioTE provider, Dr. Berends is an expert in customizing treatment to fit your unique needs.
If you are experiencing symptoms like fatigue, mood swings, or decreased libido, it could be due to a hormone imbalance. BioTE hormone replacement therapy can help you feel like your best self again. Here are just a few of the benefits you may experience:
Increased Energy
Improved Cognitive Function
Better Sleep
Enhanced Libido
Improved Mood
Increased Muscle Mass
FAQ's
What is Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT)?
Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy, or BHRT, is a form of hormone therapy that has existed in the U.S. for many decades and uses hormones that are structurally similar to those found within the human body.
What is the advantage of BHRT?
Bioidentical hormones, such as the ones used by BioTE, work with the body’s chemistry because they closely replicate the molecular structure of the hormones that normally occur within the body.
Estrogen pellets are primarily used to combat the effects of menopause. Studies have shown that estrogen may also help relieve some symptoms associated with mood, bone density, and heart health.*
Testosterone has been shown to relieve a wide range of reproductive, emotional, and non-reproductive conditions. Some of these include low energy, sexual dysfunction, mood swings, irritability, and many others.*
What are Pellets?
Biote Certified Providers receive training on bioidentical hormone replacement therapy in the form of subcutaneous pellets. These very small pill-shaped pellets are inserted into the upper buttocks area during an in-office visit after testing is done to determine the exact quantity of the hormone the patient requires. Every dose is customized based on a consultation and extensive lab work to ensure a patient receives the exact concentration of hormones needed.
Is there more than one type of Pellet?
Yes, there are two major pellet therapy types: estrogen pellets and testosterone pellets.
Estrogen is a hormone that possesses many functions. In women, estrogen is commonly associated with reproduction—it prompts the menstrual cycle and develops the female body’s secondary sex characteristics. However, in both sexes, estrogen is responsible for many facets of bone health, cholesterol metabolism, and the thickness and collagen content of the skin.
Testosterone is a hormone normally found in both men and women that is responsible for many critical body processes. Testosterone is produced in the testes and ovaries, and deficiencies can occur in men and women as the body ages.
How long do Pellets last?
Pellets last up to three to six months depending on gender, weight, absorption rates, and the amount of deficiency or surplus of hormones present within the patient at the time of insertion. Pellets are reinserted between two to four times per year to help keep hormones optimized and balanced and may take up to two insertions before feeling the full benefits.
What lab tests are required before insertion?
Biote Certified Providers require lab work while considering a patient’s candidacy for BHRT using pellets, including checking your current hormone levels. A provider will discuss the results with a patient before moving forward with pellet therapy.
How are Pellets inserted?
During the in-office visit, which only takes a few minutes, patients are brought into the exam room, and the insertion site is numbed. The most common site of insertion is the upper buttocks. A small incision is then made for pellet insertion. Once the pellet is inserted, the insertion site is covered with a small bandage
What happens to the Pellet after its inserted?
Since pellets are bioidentical and contain hormones like those our body produces, pellets are completely dissolved and absorbed, leaving nothing behind.
Is there any downtime after Pellet insertion?
After pellet insertion, you can return to your regular activites right away. However, you must abstain from lower body exercises (i.e. squats) and avoid bathtubs, swimming and hot tubs for 3-7 days. After removal of the bandage, normal activity may resume.
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