07/17/2025
We offer estrogen and testosterone pellets.
What are estrogen pellets?
Estrogen pellets are small, rice-sized pellets containing bioidentical estrogen, meaning the hormones are molecularly identical to those naturally produced by the body.
They are inserted under the skin (subcutaneously) through a minor procedure, usually in the upper buttocks.
The pellets are designed to slowly release estrogen over time, typically 3-6 months, providing a consistent and sustained hormone level.
What are the benefits of estrogen pellets?
Symptom Relief:
Estrogen pellets can help alleviate various menopausal symptoms, such as hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings, and vaginal dryness.
Bone Health:
Estrogen is important for maintaining bone density, and pellet therapy can help prevent bone loss associated with menopause.
Convenience:
Pellets offer a convenient alternative to daily pills or creams, as they only need to be replaced every few months.
Consistent Hormone Levels:
They provide a more steady and consistent release of hormones compared to some other HRT methods, potentially reducing fluctuations in hormone levels.
Bypass the Digestive System:
Pellets bypass the gastrointestinal tract, which can be beneficial for women with digestive issues.
Call today to make an appointment:714 484-8000
It is time for a refresher course in HORMONES for all the women who are still suffering and yes, men as well.
What are bio-identical hormones?
Bio-identical hormones are identified as those that have the exact chemical structure of hormones that are naturally produced in the body. This allows the hormone to function at its optimum level.
What are pellets?
Pellets are compounded estradiol or testosterone that are made from organic plant materials, which have the exact molecular structure of those hormones found in the body. They are pressed into a solid compound that is about the size of a cooked grain of rice. Using a simple procedure taking only a few minutes, they are inserted under the skin in the hip area. The pellets release small amounts of hormone directly into the bloodstream similar to that which the ovaries and te**es produced during our younger adult years.
Why pellets over conventional hormone therapies?
Medical literature has shown that pellets deliver a consistent level of hormone into the bloodstream, avoiding the fluctuations that occur when using creams, pills or patches. The direct delivery into the bloodstream avoids changes in the liver seen with oral hormone therapy and eliminates production of increased clotting factors. In women, the pellets last 3 to 5 months; in men, 4 to 6 months.
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