Hormones play an important role in health and wellness. However, during the aging process, hormone levels can decrease which can result in unpleasant symptoms. Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy, or BHRT, is a treatment that can help restore proper hormone levels so that you can continue to enjoy good health and avoid negative symptoms as you age.
At Evolution Precision Medicine in Overland Park, KS, we offer bioidentical hormone replacement therapy for both men and women to promote the wellness of our patients. Each of our services is customized to your individual needs. We will take all the time required to get to know your situation and develop the right BHRT treatment plan for you.
What Are Bioidentical Hormones?
Bioidentical hormones are hormones that are derived from natural plant sources rather than being produced synthetically. Common sources for bioidentical hormones are soy or yams. The term “bioidentical” means that these hormones are chemically identical to those found in your body. Because of this, they are suitable for treating a wide range of hormonal imbalances.
What Is BHRT?
BHRT therapy is a treatment that involves administering these bioidentical hormones using various methods to replace or supplement imbalanced hormones. BHRT can be administered using creams, gels, patches, injections, and pills. BHRT pellet therapy is another common way to administer the treatment. This type of treatment involves the insertion of tiny hormone pellets into the fat layer of the skin using a tiny incision.
What Is the Treatment Process for BHRT Pellet Therapy?
Hormone pellets can be a good choice because they offer steady hormone supplementation every day for several months. If this is the method that your doctor chooses for you, you may be wondering what the treatment process is like.
During your treatment, your skin will be cleansed and then injected with a local anesthetic. Next, a tiny incision is made in the skin. A trocar is then used to push a pellet that is around the size of a grain of rice into the fat layer. Then, a small adhesive strip is used to close the incision, and it is covered with a sterile dressing.
The pellet will continue to give you a stabilizing dose of the selected hormones for three to six months depending on your circumstances. It is an easy and pain-free procedure with no downtime.
Hormonal Imbalance and Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy
Hormonal imbalances are commonly caused by the natural aging process. As we get older, our bodies produce fewer hormones. This can sometimes lead to imbalances in the body that can cause mood changes, sleep disturbances, and more. However, aging isn’t the only thing that can cause hormonal imbalance.
People of all ages can experience hormonal imbalances due to high-stress levels, a poor diet, environmental toxins, medications, and certain medical conditions. BHRT pellets can be used to treat low levels of certain hormones, restoring balance in the body and easing symptoms.
Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy for Menopause
BHRT therapy can be an effective treatment option for women experiencing symptoms of menopause, including hot flashes, night sweats, vaginal dryness, low libido, mood changes, and insomnia. BHRT can be customized to meet the individual needs of each woman, based on her specific hormonal profile and symptoms.
Common bioidentical hormones used in BHRT for menopause include estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone. We begin your program by looking at your current hormone levels to see which hormones may be too low and then developing a treatment plan based on your levels and symptoms. In women, low levels of estrogen may result in vaginal dryness or sleep disturbances, testosterone can affect libido and energy levels, and progesterone can impact mood.
Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy for Men
Men can also experience hormonal imbalances, especially as they age. During the aging process, testosterone levels naturally decline which can lead to decreased libido, erectile dysfunction, muscle loss, fatigue, and more. Restoring testosterone to more normal levels can improve sexual function, increase muscle mass and strength, improve bone density, and improve mood and cognitive function.
Hormone pellets for men can also be customized to meet your needs. We will talk about your symptoms, test hormone levels, and determine if BHRT treatments are right for you.
When Can You Expect Results From Your Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy?
Results from bioidentical hormone replacement therapy can take several months to take effect. We recognize that everyone is different, and it may take more or less time. This can depend on your body, the symptoms that we are working to address, which method is used to treat your hormonal imbalance, and much more. We will work with you to provide you with the best results.
As part of our services, we offer regular hormone monitoring to ensure that your hormone levels are where they need to be. We may need to adjust your treatment as your body changes, so we always provide regular ongoing care and oversight at every stage of the process.
Our BHRT Treatments in Overland Park, KS
If you are experiencing symptoms such as mood swings, lowered sex drive, changes in sleep quality, trouble concentrating, or fatigue, you may be a good candidate for BHRT pellets or other hormone treatments. When you come in for a consultation at Evolution Precision Medicine and Aesthetics, we will take a full medical history, ask you questions about your symptoms, and check your hormone levels. Then you will get a plan for therapy that is made specifically for you.
We want you to enjoy energy and health regardless of your age. Call us today at (913) 733-1116 or contact us online to schedule a consultation for bioidentical hormone replacement therapy in Overland Park, KS.
