If you are experiencing symptoms of a hormone imbalance, don’t dismiss them, contact Dr. Steen to discuss your hormone health.

Many men and women will experience a hormone imbalance and not even realize it. Symptoms can range from subtle to debilitating and are often masked by medications that are prescribed for anxiety, depression, insomnia, weight gain, and more. Dr. Steen offer bioidentical hormone replacement therapy integrated with functional medicine practices to help patients overcome the negative symptoms of hormone imbalance, as well as experience wellbeing and better health as they age. Every treatment plan is designed to suit the unique needs of each patient’s personal medical history, health status, and lifestyle preferences.

Symptoms of Hormone Imbalance in Women

  • Hot Flashes

  • Night Sweats

  • Low Libido

  • Vaginal Dryness

  • Trouble Sleeping

  • Low Energy

  • Lack of Focus

  • Fibroids

  • Endometriosis

  • Abdominal Cramping

  • Headaches

  • Joint Pain

Symptoms of Hormone Imbalance in Men

  • Muscle Loss

  • Weight Gain

  • Low Energy

  • Gynecomastia (Man Boobs)

  • Poor Sleep

  • Night Sweats

  • Irritability

  • Depression

  • Hair Loss

  • Erectile Dysfunction

  • Impaired Sexual Performance

  • Lack of Focus

Get Well, Live Well. Balance is beautiful.

FAQs

Bioidentical hormone therapy pellets are custom-compounded estradiol or testosterone pressed into small, solid cylinders similar to a large grain of rice. Pellet production is highly regulated by the FDA.

EvexiPEL Certified providers source pellets from FaramKeio, one of the leading 503B FDA-registered compounding pharmacies in the country. Each pellet is carefully compounded to the exact dose prescribed by your practitioner to meet your body’s unique needs and facilitate optimal absorption of your prescribed therapy.

Patients who seek hormone therapy are often seeking relief from uncomfortable symptoms of hormone imbalance including hot flashes, night sweats, hair loss, insomnia, weight gain, brain fog, low energy, moodiness, irritability, anxiety, fatigue, and more. With pellet therapy, patients experience relief of these symptoms as well as additional benefits, such as improved libido, mental focus, and reduced risk of disease.

The primary goal of hormone therapy is to address the root cause of these symptoms—hormone imbalance—and reach a state of hormone optimization.

Bioidentical hormones are derived from natural sources, such as yams or soy, and designed to be structurally identical to the hormones produced by the human body. This feature ensures that when bioidentical hormones are supplemented to correct hormonal imbalance, the hormones react in the same manner as the hormones naturally produced by the body, therefore reducing side effects, supporting disease prevention, and alleviating uncomfortable symptoms.

Compounded bioidentical hormones are not FDA-approved because each dose is tailored to the needs of each patient. The pharmacies and ingredients used to develop compounded bioidentical hormones are FDA-registered and approved.

Some bioidentical hormones, such as Prometrium®, a bioidentical progesterone, and estriol, a bioidentical estrogen, are FDA-approved.

There is no correlation to increased risk of breast or other cancer with the use of bioidentical hormones, as documented by countless peer-reviewed studies, analyses, and research.

Some patients may experience temporary, undesirable side effects as their body adapts to the treatment. The most common side effects are increased hair growth and skin breakouts due to increased oil production. If you observe any side effects, tell your EvexiPEL certified provider so that he or she may adjust your treatment plan as needed. 

Pellets deliver consistent levels of hormone for 3 to 5 months in women and 4 to 6 months in men. Pellets mimic the slow, steady release of hormones naturally produced by the body, therefore reducing side effects commonly observed with other delivery methods and improving overall outcomes, including relieving symptoms of hormone imbalance.

Unlike patches, pills, creams, or injections, pellets are highly convenient. Once inserted, the pellets begin to dissolve delivering a steady state of hormone to your body. With pills or creams, there is always the forgetting or applying too much or too little of the product. Injections often give higher doses at the beginning of each cycle and taper off sharply before the next injection. Patches are often unsightly or fall off before the cycle is complete. These features lead to drastic changes in your hormone levels that can impede relief or cause other side effects. With pellets, most patients experience hormone optimization within two insertions and enjoy complete symptom relief as well as other benefits.

The steady rate of delivery is a key feature in supporting reduced risk of some diseases, while also optimizing overall health. When administered correctly, pellet therapy does not contribute to an increased risk of blood clots that are commonly experienced with other forms of hormone replacement therapy.

Pellet therapy is a longstanding, effective form of hormone therapy, dating back to the early 1930s. Patients who have experienced negative side effects or poor outcomes with other forms of hormone therapy are often successful with pellet therapy.

Dr. Steen will complete a thorough examine, assess your lab work, and review your medical history before recommending treatment. There are currently no known health conditions that would prohibit BHRT, however for estrogen-positive breast cancer survivors or prostate cancer survivors, a modified treatment plan may be necessary.

The insertion of pellets is a short, simple procedure that is often completed in a short 30-minute office visit. Pellets are usually inserted in the lower abdominal wall or the upper buttocks area. Local anesthesia is applied to the insertion site, where a small incision is made and the pellets are placed. The incision is closed up with a special medical tape.

When selecting a pellet therapy provider, it is important to select an expert, highly trained in hormone therapy and effective insertion techniques that minimize pain, inflammation, bruising, and ensure optimal absorption and reduced risk of extrusion.

Patients may begin to notice symptom relief with bioidentical hormone replacement therapy within days to a few weeks after insertion. Most women experience improvement of at least one symptom within 72 hours of their first insertion, while men often see improvement of one or more symptoms within two weeks. The greatest improvements are most often observed in men and women after their second pellet insertion.

Optimal results are best achieved when paired with a healthy lifestyle including a balanced diet and routine exercise.

For most patients, labs and consultations are covered by your insurance. Coverage of pellets varies by insurance provider. To find out if pellet therapy is covered by your insurance provider, please contact your insurance provider directly.

The plant-based hormones used in bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) have not been tied to an increased risk of cancer or blood clots, as is the case with some synthetic hormones.

Common side effects of standard hormone pellet insertions include minor bleeding or bruising at the insertion site, extrusion of the pellet, discoloration of the skin and infection. However, Dr. Terri DeNeui designed EvexiPEL pellets and the EvexiPEL Method to optimize the insertion process and heavily decrease the risk of those side effects that can sometimes occur at the pellet insertion site.

The most common side effects associated with BHRT pellets after the first insertion process include increased hair growth, acne, oily skin, fatigue and increased body fat as the body gets used to the therapy.

Pharmaceutical Grade Nutraceutical Supplements

Every treatment plan is optimally supported by pharmaceutical grade supplements, known as nutraceuticals. These patented formulas are designed to help men and women seeking treatment for hormone imbalance achieve maximal results and get a complete solution for their symptoms. Below are a few of our most recommended nutraceutical supplements. Please contact us for a complete list.

Your EVEXIAS Health Solutions provider, Dr. Steen can help you identify which supplements ideally suit your treatment plan and lifestyle.