Hormone Replacement Therapy
Conveniently located to serve the areas of San Antonio, Boerne and McAllen, TX
Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is an effective way to balance estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone levels in women and testosterone in men. As you age, changes to your body from menopause, andropause, and genetic conditions can result in changes to your quality of life. Hormones can impact your weight, sleep quality, mood, and skin health. Rebalancing them can help restore energy levels and overall well-being.
Your hormones act as messengers, designed to influence specific target cells and organs. As you age, hormone production changes, and hormonal imbalances can develop. This can lead to a range of physical and emotional symptoms.
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About Hormone Replacement Therapy
Bioidentical hormone treatments (BHRT) are a form of hormone therapy that can address imbalances to improve your quality of life. Bioidentical hormones are chemically identical to those produced by the human body and are often derived from plant sources. BHRT for men can boost testosterone levels to improve sexual function, energy, strength, and daily performance. BHRT for women can balance the body’s estrogen, progesterone, and/or testosterone levels to improve overall health.
Hormone therapy is customizable; we can address several different hormone-related symptoms, depending on your specific needs.
Menopause
Menopause treatments can restore hormone levels to help you improve your quality of life and increase your energy levels. The changes that you undergo during menopause can affect your mental clarity and daily function. During menopause, many women experience hormone-related changes that affect their quality of life, including:
- Low libido
- Low energy
- Mood changes
- Dry skin
- Hot flashes
- Night sweats
- Poor sleep quality
- Brain fog
- Vaginal dryness
Before beginning menopause treatments, you will need to complete our hormone test for women.
Andropause
Andropause refers to the gradual decline in testosterone levels that begins around age 30. On average, men experience up to a 1% decrease in testosterone per year, leading to a 30% decline by middle age. Common symptoms include:
- A decline in muscle mass
- Mood swings
- Poor sleep quality
- Gynecomastia
- Weight fluctuations
- Low libido
Andropause treatments can balance testosterone levels. We offer a hormone test for men that you will need to complete before beginning an andropause treatment.
Benefits
There are several benefits of BHRT, which include:
- Increased energy levels: Many patients report feeling more energized after BHRT treatments, which can increase productivity.
- Improved mood: Hormone therapy can address mood swings and improve your sleep quality, which can help stabilize your mood.
- Weight management: Improving your endocrine system can help your body reduce stubborn fat and accelerate the weight loss process.
- Increased libido: After balancing their hormones, both men and women can enjoy more satisfying intimate relationships.
- Enhanced sleep quality: Balancing your hormones can help you sleep better, which can improve your health and well-being.
- Improved cognitive function: By supporting hormone balance, many patients experience improved energy and quality of life.
- Better skin health: Addressing changes to your hormone levels can help you improve the health of your skin.
Candidates
Suitable candidates for BHRT take good care of their health and are prepared to make lifestyle changes to support their well-being. Most candidates are experiencing some or all of these symptoms:
- Hot flashes
- Night sweats
- Chronic fatigue
- Mood fluctuations
- Low libido
- Weight gain
- Difficulty concentrating
- Hair loss
Both men and women experiencing imbalances can benefit from hormone therapy. This treatment is especially helpful for individuals experiencing changes to their bodies from hormonal changes.
Consultation
During your consultation, we will discuss your medical history, lifestyle, and symptoms to create an effective treatment plan. Please come prepared to discuss your medications and goals for treatment in depth. When you come to a consultation at New Life Cosmetic Surgery & Medspa, you will be seen by our highly trained provider, who specializes in hormone optimization. Many candidates are experiencing:
- Fatigue
- Low sex drive
- Excess weight
- Hot flashes
- Mood changes
- Foggy thinking
These may be signs of a hormone deficiency. If you are a woman who is suffering from symptoms such as hot flashes, lack of energy, loss of libido, depression, or weight changes, then BHRT has been shown to improve your sense of health and well-being. If you are a man who has symptoms of lack of energy, poor sleep, weight gain, decreased erections, and foggy thinking, then bioidentical testosterone pellets can revitalize your health. If you are experiencing these symptoms or a similar issue, we encourage you to reach out and schedule a BHRT consultation to see if this treatment is right for you.
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Treatment Process
On the day of your treatment, you should arrive in comfortable clothing with clean skin. We will cleanse your skin and apply local anesthesia for your comfort during the procedure. BHRT is a comfortable treatment that takes less than 10 minutes:
- Hormone pellet therapy: During a hormone pellet therapy treatment, we will administer small hormone pellets beneath the skin that steadily release hormones into your bloodstream. Both the female and male testosterone pellets are the size of a large grain of rice.
- Injections: We administer hormone injections beneath the skin to raise your hormone levels.
After Your Treatment
After your treatment, you can return home, and while this treatment does not require downtime, we may recommend that you rest to see how your body responds (depending on the type of imbalance you have). You may notice mild soreness in the treatment area for a few days. You will be able to go back to work that day.
Results
After the treatment, you can enjoy an improvement in the symptoms you were struggling with. You can enjoy an improvement in mental clarity and an increase in energy afterward since balancing your hormones can improve your sleep quality. You can also enjoy an increase in muscle strength, and many patients find that their ability to focus improves. Patients also find that their intimate relationships and libido improve after receiving hormone treatments. The pellets slowly dissolve over time. Women will see improvement for approximately 3 months, and men for 6 months.
Semaglutide, Tirzepatide, and Retatrutide for Weight Loss
As you age, weight fluctuations can affect your quality of life. We offer different types of weight loss treatments to accelerate your metabolism and promote effective weight loss:
- Semaglutide: With an injectable GLP-1 receptor agonist, we can help balance your blood sugar levels and increase your body’s ability to process fat more quickly.
- Tirzepatide: With a dual GIP and GLP-1 receptor agonist, we can help your body process excess fat by accelerating your metabolism more effectively.
- Retatrutide: With a triple receptor hormone agonist Glucagon, GIP, and GLP-1, it’s the most effective weight loss peptide we carry.
We typically administer injectables to the skin in the abdominal area or the thigh. The type of injectable you receive will depend on your medical history and the amount of weight you would like to lose. During your consultation, we will discuss the most effective treatment plan to help you improve your well-being.
Cost of Hormone Replacement Therapy in Boerne and McAllen, TX
The cost of BHRT will depend on the type of treatment you need. Many patients who undergo hormone therapy receive long-term treatments. We can provide an all-inclusive quote during your consultation. Do not hesitate to learn more about how we can help you enhance your quality of life with innovative treatments that have helped thousands of patients achieve life-changing results.
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FAQ
Can hormone therapy address chronic hormonal imbalances?
Yes, regular treatments can help you address hormonal imbalances to improve your quality of life.
How do I know if I need hormone therapy?
If you have symptoms of hormone decline, fatigue, mood swings, and/or weight gain, you may be a good candidate for hormone therapy. We can carry out blood tests and analyze your hormone levels. After this, we can discuss the most effective treatments to rebalance your body.
Will hormone therapy help me lose weight?
We offer weight loss treatments to help you rebalance your hormones, making it easier for you to lose weight.
How long does hormone therapy last?
The length of your hormone therapy will depend on your specific treatment plan and whether you need to address a chronic or acute condition.
References
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- Martins da Silva S, Anderson RA. Reproductive axis aging and fertility in men. Reviews in Endocrine & Metabolic Disorders. 2022;23(6):1109-1121. doi:https://doi.org/10.1007/s11154-022-09759-0
