Hormone Replacement Therapy in Detroit

Pellet therapy offers consistent relief through a timed-release of hormones, allowing patients to forgo the fluctuations involved in injectables, creams, pills, or patches. Patients do not have to worry about remembering a daily pill or cream throughout their treatment. Additionally, pellet therapy avoids complications associated with many other types of HRT, such as blood clots, thrombosis, or issues regarding the liver.

DUTCH Testing (Dried Urine Test for Comprehensive Hormones) The DUTCH test looks at sex hormones and their metabolites, the overall diurnal pattern of free cortisol, and the total and distribution of cortisol metabolites in addition to OATs which provide insight into nutritional deficiencies, oxidative stress, gut dysbiosis, melatonin, neuroinflammation and more. Nicole can use this valuable tool to optimize hormone health and address hormone-related symptoms such as fatigue, weight gain, hair loss, and mood swings. Read more here https://dutchtest.com/info-dutch-complete/

Many studies have found that optimizing hormone levels is one of the most effective forms of preventative medicine. Hormones are used within the body to send messages from the brain regarding various bodily functions. Decreased hormone levels due to aging or other factors can create various health complications related to weight gain, energy levels, sexual health, or mood. For many patients, this decrease in hormones begins as early as the mid-30s. Restoring youthful levels of hormones can grant patients relief from these symptoms and help prevent an increased risk of diseases such as osteoporosis, heart disease, or Alzheimer’s.

Bioidentical hormones are derived from plants but designed to be molecularly identical to the hormones that the body naturally produces. This means that the body processes bioidentical hormones in exactly the same way that it would process naturally-produced hormones.

BHRT begins with a comprehensive analysis of each patient’s laboratory work results, symptoms, and personal health history. This assessment indicates which hormones are sub-optimal, and a custom hormone replacement therapy plan can be developed. Through Pellecome, bioidentical hormone pellets can then be placed to restore optimal hormone levels.

BHRT can be achieved through various methods, including topical creams, oral medications, injections, or pellets. BHRT at Zuliani Facial Aesthetics is offered using compounded pellets, which are placed below the skin to deliver consistent hormones with as little upkeep for the patient as possible.

Nicole Stapp, NP will use a customized approach that may include a comprehensive bloodwork panel and/or DUTCH Testing.

Pellets are a form of hormone replacement therapy, using the Pellecome delivery device, compounded pellets the size of a grain of rice are placed below the skin that contains bioidentical hormones such as testosterone or estrogen. Bioidentical hormones are molecularly identical to the hormones naturally produced by the body. Pellets are inserted about every 3-4 months.

When you see the results of HRT depends on the type of hormones you’re taking and your body’s overall health and responses. However, within 1-2 weeks you should notice energy level and mood improvement along with hot flashes and night sweats decreasing. Within 3-4 weeks, your sleep quality should start improving and mood stability should be even more apparent. Other symptoms such as vaginal dryness should improve as well. Within 2-3 months, bone density and muscle mass may start improving and your libido should continue to improve as well. At 6 months and beyond, more long-term benefits such as improved skin elasticity, bone health, and overall well-being should become more evident.

Like any treatment, HRT comes with side effects, but it is considered safe and effective when administered by an experienced professional. It can help improve symptoms of a hormone imbalance and improve your overall quality of life.

Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) can cause side effects, though these vary depending on the type of HRT, dosage, and individual response. If you are experiencing side effects, talk to your healthcare provider. They may adjust your dose or suggest a different type of HRT to improve your comfort.

How long you should stay on HRT depends on your overall health, the symptoms you are experiencing, and your provider’s advice. Some patients take it for a year or two, while others take it for several years without any issues.

Hormonal imbalances can be caused by various factors, including pregnancy, thyroid issues, aging, genetics, and menopause.

Most adults dealing with a hormonal imbalance are good candidates for hormone replacement therapy. If youre going through menopause or experiencing low testosterone, HRT might be a suitable treatment option for you.

Like any treatment, HRT may have side effects. Common ones include bloating, fluid retention, breast tenderness, increased hair growth, and mood changes.

At Zuliani Facial Aesthetics, we offer several types of HRT, including testosterone, DHEA, estrogen, and progesterone hormone therapy.