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Both men and women experience a shift in hormone levels as they get older. These changes may cause various symptoms that affect your day-to-day life. At Atwell Longevity Institute in Palm Beach, Florida, Paldeep Atwal, MD, FACMG, FRCP(UK), FRCP(Glasg), and the highly trained team offer hormone replacement using custom-designed pellets. To learn more about hormone replacement therapy, call the office or request an appointment online today.
Hormone Replacement Therapy Q & A
What is hormone replacement therapy?
Hormone replacement therapy is a medical treatment aimed at optimizing your body’s hormone levels to improve health and quality of life. Hormones are made in the glands that make up your endocrine system and act as chemical messengers, telling your various body systems what to do. Your hormones play an important role in many essential functions, including the beating of your heart, your moods, and your libido.
As you get older, the production of your sex hormones begins to decrease. While this is often associated with women during menopause, men also experience a decline in their sex hormone levels.
Am I a good candidate for hormone replacement therapy?
Your Atwell Longevity Institute provider determines if you’re a good candidate for hormone replacement therapy during a consultation. You may want to consider scheduling an appointment for an evaluation if you’re experiencing symptoms related to changes in hormone levels, such as:
- Hot flashes
- Night sweats
- Unexpected weight gain
- Loss in muscle mass
- Low libido
- Mood changes
- Vaginal dryness in women
- Erectile dysfunction in men
When you come to Atwell Longevity Institute, your provider conducts a comprehensive examination to better understand your health needs, which includes a review of your medical history, your symptoms, and a physical exam.
Based on the information provided, your provider may request diagnostic testing, including a check of your hormone levels, to help identify the underlying cause of your symptoms.
What is pellet hormone replacement therapy?
When it comes to hormone replacement therapy, you have many delivery options, including pills, creams, and suppositories. Atwell Longevity Institute offers pellet hormone therapy.
The pellets he uses are custom-made to match your specific hormonal needs. Your provider places the pellet under your skin, which ensures you get a steady delivery of hormones to keep your levels optimized. Atwell Longevity Institute offers pellet therapy for both men and women, and even offers testosterone pellets to women who they feel may benefit from the boost in energy and libido the male hormone provides.
Is hormone replacement therapy safe?
Hormone replacement therapy is safe for most people. The hormone replacement therapy experts at Atwell Longevity Institute closely monitor your hormone levels as you go through treatment and make adjustments as needed.
For women, hormone therapy may not be recommended if you have a history of heart disease or breast cancer. Your provider can discuss other holistic options to help you get relief from your symptoms.
To schedule a consultation to learn more about hormone replacement therapy, contact Atwell Longevity Institute by phone or request a consultation online today.