Hormone Replacement Therapy in Boynton Beach, FL
Bioidentical hormones are hormones derived from plant estrogens that are chemically identical to those the human body produces.
Bio-Identical Hormone Pellet Therapy
Estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone are among those most commonly replicated and used in treatment. BHRT has been shown to be effective in improving bone density, muscle mass, brain health, cardiovascular health, general well-being In addition to helping with symptoms. Hormone replacement therapy may also reduce your risk for diabetes, tooth loss, and cataracts. There’s some evidence that it can help improve skin thickness, hydration, and elasticity, and even reduce wrinkles and quality of life.
Bio-identical hormones are very similar to the hormones produced by the human body. These are then used as treatment for men and women whose own hormones are low or out of balance. It’s a quick procedure in which a tiny incision in the hip or buttocks to place a small pellet(s). It helps to control symptoms of menopause and low testosterone.
Hormone Therapy
Use of creams, oral medications or injections to help balance hormone levels in men and women to improve symptoms of fatigue, focus, muscle weakness, poor sleep, moodiness, weight, hot flashes, muscle aches, endurance, libido, sexual dysfunction and any other symptoms related to low hormone levels. Office visit and lab work every 6 months.
Female Hormone Replacement
Symptoms can occur months or years prior to menopause (perimenopause) and may include:
- Anxiety or depression
- Hot flashes
- Irregular periods
- Loss of energy
- Loss of focus
- Loss of sex drive
- Mood changes Night sweats
- Sleep problems
- Thinning hair and dry skin
- Vaginal dryness
- Weight gain and slowed metabolism
We may recommend supplements, creams, injections, troches or BHRT pellets.
Male Hormone Replacement
As we age, the natural aging process can cause hormone levels to become low or imbalanced. When a hormone imbalance occurs, it can wreak havoc on the overall function and health of the male body. Although imbalances and low hormone levels typically occur in older men, it is not uncommon for younger patients in their 20s and 30s to experience decreased testosterone levels. These low hormone levels can negatively impact overall quality of life if left untreated.
- Abdominal fat
- Decreased muscle mass & weakness
- Depression
- Difficulty concentrating
- Erectile dysfunction
- Fatigue and poor energy level
- Irritability
- Low sense of well-being
- Lack of motivation
- Low sense of well-being
- Low sex drive
- Poor sleep
Testosterone has been known to lower cardiac risk, increase bone mass, increase muscle mass, boost the immune system and prevent Alzheimer’s.
We may recommend supplements, creams, injections, troches or BHRT pellets.