Men and women experience a natural shift in hormones as they age. Women transition into menopause, men produce less testosterone, and everyone experiences some symptoms as a result.
But some people feel the transition much more than others. Maybe your hormones go out of balance due to stress, steroids, medication, or a life-threatening medical condition. All of a sudden, your quality of life declines dramatically.
Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is a treatment that helps to balance hormones. It may include a topical hormone cream, pills, patches, or pellets implanted under the surface of the skin. The goal is to use bioidentical hormones from nature to supply a steady flow of hormones and bring the body back into balance.
Get confidence for a lifetime with HRT at Stadia Med Spa in San Antonio, TX. Our bioidentical hormone replacement therapy with hormone pellets is your set-it-and-forget-it option to balanced hormones. Keep reading to learn more about HRT at Stadia Med Spa, including benefits, procedure details, and more!
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Most men see a natural decline in testosterone levels after age 40, with a 1-3% every year after. But age is only one cause of hormonal imbalances. Young men are not immune to hormone fluctuations caused by stress, steroids, medical conditions, etc.
Common symptoms of low testosterone in men include:
If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, you may have low testosterone. Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (bHRT) uses bioidentical hormones from plants and other sources to balance hormone levels in your body.
A steady supply of bioidentical testosterone can help resolve symptoms as soon as two to four weeks. At Stadia Med Spa, BHRT is done with pellet implants.
Pellet implants have been used to treat hormone imbalances for over 70 years. The small implants (about the size of a grain of rice) are placed beneath the skin. Over time, they dissolve and release a steady and continuous supply of hormones.
Of all of the BHRT options, pellet implants are the most convenient. Your provider will place the pellet during a straightforward procedure and each pellet lasts between three and six months. You get balanced hormones and only need to repeat the procedure three or four times a year!
All of your body’s hormones work together in a delicate dance, which means that when one is out of balance, the rest eventually follow.
That’s why a lack of the male sex hormone doesn’t only affect your sex life. It affects your metabolism, sleep schedule, energy levels, and weight. It can also lead to other medical conditions like diabetes, hypothyroidism, insomnia, and depression.
BHRT can give you back your quality of life and help you feel better than you did in your 20s, 30s, and 40s.
The benefits of testosterone hormone therapy include:
HRT with pellet implants is more convenient than other types of testosterone therapies. Once inserted, the pellet releases a consistent stream of hormones. You don’t need to remember to apply a cream or take a pill, which reduces the risk of user error or non-adherence.
The treatment itself is non-surgical, and most of the side effects and risks are related to the insertion. Keep reading for an overview of the HRT procedure at Stadia Med Spa.
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Before, During & After
Before you book your hormone replacement therapy at Stadia Med Spa, schedule a free consultation with Brandi Charles RN to discuss the next steps. She has several years of experience with HRT and is happy to answer any questions you may have about potential benefits and side effects!
BHRT at Stadia starts with comprehensive blood tests to measure your hormone levels. The blood tests allow our providers to customize the implant dosage to meet your needs. Dosages are based on current hormone levels, so blood tests are an essential part of the procedure.
Men with heart conditions, including low blood pressure, heart disease, or a high risk of stroke, may not be eligible for BHRT. Bring a list of your current prescriptions and supplements, as well as a summary of your medical history. Your provider will review them with you and go over the best treatment option for your symptoms and needs.
The HRT procedure lasts about 15 minutes. Your provider will apply a topical anesthetic and then create a small incision in the hip or buttocks area. Then they will insert one or more hormone pellets beneath the skin and close the incision with a bandage stitch. Overall, the treatment is quick, easy, and painless.
Most men don’t feel anything during pellet placement. The incision typically takes between three and five days to heal. Bruising, swelling, and redness are common symptoms in the days after your procedure. Some scarring and discoloration of the skin are also possible.
Plan to take 72 hours off from vigorous exercise to prevent delayed healing, bruising, and swelling. Keep the skin clean and dry while the incision heals to prevent complications! Avoid swimming or bathing while your incision heals.
HRT for men is a treatment to increase testosterone levels with bioidentical hormones. Hormone therapy for men can relieve symptoms of hormonal imbalances caused by age, medications, medical conditions, and steroids. If you are experiencing symptoms of low testosterone – including erectile dysfunction, low libido, insomnia, and depression – you may benefit from HRT at Stadia Med Spa!
Stadia Med Spa uses hormone pellets placed beneath the skin’s surface. The pellet is about the size of a grain of rice and goes mostly unnoticed. Most men see an improvement in symptoms between two and four weeks after pellet placement!
Men of all ages who are experiencing the symptoms of low testosterone are candidates for HRT at Stadia Med Spa. However, men with a high risk of stroke, high blood pressure, heart disease, and clotting issues are not eligible for BHRT.
While some men see an improvement within a few days of hormone pellet placement, most need between two and four weeks to see results. It takes time for your body to adjust to the increase in testosterone. Most men see the best results after a month or so once their body adjusts to hormone therapy.
Everybody reacts differently to hormone replacement therapy. As your body adjusts to the testosterone, you may experience excessive sweating, oily skin, weight gain, fatigue, headaches, and changes to your thickness/growth. HRT is also associated with an increased risk of heart disease, stroke, and gallbladder disease.
Many of the side effects and risks associated with hormone pellets are related to the insertion. Scar tissue and discoloration at the injection site are uncommon but possible. Bleeding and pain at the injection site are also common in the days following your procedure.
Follow all post-procedure instructions to keep the HRT incision site as clean as possible while it heals to avoid any side effects. Contact Stadia Med Spa if you have any questions about possible side effects and risks!
HRT for men lasts approximately four months. The testosterone pellet dissolves slowly, and you will need to replace it with a new one once the old one is gone. Your provider will repeat your blood work to ensure you are receiving the proper dosage and place the pellet in the same location as before.
On average, HRT for men typically costs between $1500 and $2000 per treatment. You will likely need between three and four treatments a year to maintain your results. Contact Stadia Med Spa for a free consultation to learn more about HRT and to receive a more accurate estimate.
Stadia Med Spa’s HRT procedure is approved by the FDA to treat low testosterone in men. The treatment is safe and effective for men of any age. Comprehensive blood tests ensure that your hormones stay at a balanced level.
Older methods of hormone replacement therapy often made symptoms worse or introduced new ones in their place. Men would forget to apply their testosterone cream or miss a daily pill, and receive a roller coaster dose of hormones as a result. HRT with testosterone pellets eliminates any user error and delivers a steady supply of hormones.
Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy at Stadia Med Spa in San Antonio, TX, can help resolve the symptoms of low testosterone in men of all ages. Our HRT specialist, Brandi Charles, is a registered nurse with several years of experience with hormone replacement therapy.
If you want confidence for a lifetime, contact Stadia to schedule your free consultation or to learn more about testosterone therapy for men.
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