Bio-Identical Hormones & Testosterone Replacement Therapy
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Can't shake fatigue and exhaustion, no matter what you do? From mood imbalances, weight gain, and insomnia, to skin issues, and libido changes- chances are you could be dealing with a hormone imbalance. Our hormones play a critical role in our daily life, and are one of the single most growing concerns in the search for ongoing wellness in both men and women. We're here to help you optimize your hormones so you can restore balance to your life and feel like you again!
Hormone Imbalance
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As part of our endocrine system, hormones help regulate metabolism, growth, development, sexual function, sleep, mood and more. Common hormones such as thyroid, estrogen, testosterone, progesterone, and cortisol fluctuate daily and the change becomes more severe as we age. Because of that fluctuation, hormone imbalances can result in too much or too little of a certain hormone in the blood stream. There are many symptoms that can result from hormone imbalance. By identifying the causes of your individual hormone imbalance, we can help eliminate common root causes like stress, poor sleep, and overexposure to toxins while helping provide support to your body. We utilize blood testing to accurately assess your hormone levels and provide a strategic plan to get your hormones to where you feel like yourself again.
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What are Bio-Identical Hormones?
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Bioidentical hormones match the molecular structure of the hormones found naturally in our bodies. They are made from a plant chemical extracted from yams and soy. Often referred to as “natural hormone therapy,” bioidentical hormones act the same as naturally produced hormones in the body. Because of this, your body can’t even tell the difference between bioidentical hormones and the hormones found in your body — hence its name “bioidentical hormones.”
The good news is,
hormone replacement therapy can help replenish our hormones, restoring
natural levels of your hormones to relieve symptoms and support our bodies’ normal functions. Men and women both utilize bio-identical hormones for individual treatments- every person is unique in their needs.
How do you do hormone replacement therapy?
Bio-identical hormone treatments come in multiple forms- gels and creams, oral tablets, pellets, and even injectables, and can be completely personalized to your lifestyle, hormone replacement needs, and comfort level. We'll find the best fit for you so that you can feel like yourself again!
Low Testosterone & Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT)
Low testosterone, or Low T, is more common than you might think, affecting millions of men and women as they age. It can lead to a variety of unpleasant symptoms that impact your quality of life, including fatigue, loss of muscle mass, weight gain (especially in the belly area), decreased libido, erectile dysfunction, mood swings, irritability, and problems with memory and concentration. Fortunately, testosterone hormone therapy offers a natural and effective solution to restore balance and help you feel like yourself again.
Midtowne Wellness & Aesthetics strives to offer you a multitude of solutions for Low T. We offer TRT in gels/creams, injections, pills, and pellets.
Benefits of TRT for Low Testosterone:​
1. Increased Energy and Vitality
Low T often causes chronic fatigue and a general sense of sluggishness. TRT helps boost your energy levels, improving your overall vitality and helping you stay active throughout the day.​
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2. Enhanced Libido and Sexual Performance
Testosterone plays a crucial role in sexual health. TRT can help restore your libido and improve sexual performance, including enhancing your ability to achieve and maintain an erection.
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3. Improved Mood and Mental Clarity
Hormonal imbalances are linked to mood swings, irritability, and problems with memory and concentration. TRT helps stabilize your hormones, improve your mood, and sharpen your focus and cognitive function.
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4. Increased Muscle Mass and Reduced Fat
Testosterone is vital for muscle growth and fat metabolism. By restoring balanced testosterone levels, TRT can help increase muscle mass, reduce belly fat, and improve overall body composition.
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5. Multitude of Options to Combat Low T
We offer gels, creams, pills, and BioTE pellets, all of which provide consistent hormone delivery.
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Gels/Creams
Gels and creams offer a low maintenance, topical application (usually once or twice a day) that deliver a more consistent release of testosterone throughout the day. The testosterone is absorbed directly through the skin, can be applied at home, and the dosage can be adjusted easily and quickly, enabling a fine-tuned approach for treatment.
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Pills/Supplements
Oral supplements have a the shortest half-life of all the treatment options, and often provide a great option for individuals who are looking to start slow and steady, and are good with consistency. Oral supplements provide a non-invasive alternative for those who have sensitive skin or young children and are not a good fit for topical gels or creams.
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Pellets
Pellets provide a long-term hormone solution where pellets are placed under your skin. They naturally dissolve over time, releasing the right amount of testosterone your body needs when it needs it. Simply visit us every few months for a quick pellet replacement according to your personalized treatment plan.
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Injectables
TRT injections deliver testosterone directly into the bloodstream, providing a potent and immediate effect. With proper dosing and scheduling, injections can maintain a more consistent testosterone level compared to oral supplements, especially when given on a regular schedule (often weekly or bi-weekly). They offer a high degree of control over dosage, but do require consistent blood tests to ensure dosage is accurate over time. There are different types of injectable testosterone including testosterone enanthate, cypionate, and propionate, giving doctors flexibility in tailoring the treatment to your needs. These can be administered through intramuscular (IM) or subcutaneous (under the skin) injections.Depending on the type of testosterone used, the effects can last from a week to two weeks, meaning less frequent administration compared to other methods like gels or creams.
What is BioTE?
BioTE is a hormone replacement treatment that uses pellets, tiny cylindrical-shaped
supplements that are inserted under your skin. The pellets release precise doses of hormones over time, so your body receives a steady stream of hormones for optimal function. The time-release aspect of BioTE pellets means hormones are delivered and distributed in a manner similar to the way your body distributes the hormones it produces naturally, which means there’s a far lower risk of side effects.
BioTE uses bioidentical hormones, synthetic hormones that have the same chemical structures as naturally produced hormones. Bioidentical hormones are processed by your body and eliminated in the same way as natural hormones for better effects and fewer risks. The tiny implant is inserted under your skin and replaced every three to six months, depending on your specific needs. Implant placement is performed right in the office in just a few minutes using a local anesthetic. Both estrogen and testosterone implants are available.
Five reasons to choose BioTE for HRT
1. You’re having symptoms associated with hormonal imbalances
Common symptoms of estrogen and testosterone imbalance include loss of libido, moodiness,
irritability, depression, problems with memory and concentration, thinning hair, loss of muscle
mass, weight gain (especially in the belly area), and fatigue. Estrogen decline is also associated
with night sweats, hot flashes, facial hair growth, painful intercourse, vaginal dryness and an increased risk of urinary incontinence. Low levels of testosterone can also cause erectile
dysfunction, including problems getting and maintaining an erection.​
2. You want a natural therapy
As noted, BioTE uses bioidentical hormones, which are more like natural hormones. And unlike other hormone replacement products, such as rings, gels, patches, creams, gels and pills, BioTE pellets don’t use any synthetic or artificial fillers, and they dissolve completely over time.
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3. You don’t want to deal with messy gels or creams or remember to take pills
Because the BioTE HRT system uses pellets that are implanted under your skin, hormone release and delivery happens automatically, without any intervention on your part. All you need to do is remember to have the pellets replaced every few months, according to a schedule your doctor will establish for you, based on your specific needs, symptoms and medical history.
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4. You want to minimize your risk of side effects
HRT can be a boon to lots of women and men suffering from all sorts of symptoms associated with a decrease in hormones, but there are some risks, depending on the type of therapy you select. BioTE minimizes side effects in two important ways: First, because it uses bioidentical hormones, and second, because it releases hormones slowly, over time — just the way your body releases natural hormones. That means you don’t have to worry about the “peaks and valleys” associated with pills and some other therapies. And unlike creams or gels, the hormones are delivered right to your bloodstream, so they can effectively address a whole array of symptoms.
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5. You've tried — and rejected — other hormone replacement products
Maybe you've tried HRT in the past, and it just hasn't worked. Or maybe you wound up experiencing side effects as a result of your therapy. Because of the way BioTE works, many people who've had unpleasant experiences with HRT in the past find they get the results they want with BioTE pellets.
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If you're dealing with symptoms associated with hormonal decline, BioTE hormone therapy could be a great option for helping you feel better. To learn more about BioTE therapy at Midtowne Wellness and Aesthetics, book an appointment online today.