During your consultation for hormone therapy in Mankato, we’ll conduct an evaluation to address your symptoms, discuss your medical history, and create a personalized approach for your care. We will perform a series of lab tests to gain a better understanding.
Treatment Highlights
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Treatment Length:
Ongoing
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Duration of Results:
Varies
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Number of Sessions:
Ongoing
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What it treats:
Hormonal imbalances
Menopause symptoms
Low bone density
Living Healthier and Feeling Better
Hormones heavily influence your reproductive and non-reproductive physiological processes. At The Skin Clinic, we understand how powerful a hormone imbalance can be. Our hormone therapies can counteract the effects of imbalances, restoring your wellness and quality of life in the process.
Hormone optimization refers to the process of balancing hormone levels to improve overall health and well-being. Here are some of the key benefits associated with hormone optimization:
Enhanced Energy Levels: Balancing hormones can lead to increased energy and reduced fatigue, helping individuals feel more vibrant and active.
Improved Mood and Mental Clarity: Optimized hormone levels can help reduce anxiety, depression, and mood swings, while also enhancing cognitive function and focus.
Better Sleep Quality: Hormone optimization can improve sleep patterns, leading to more restful and restorative sleep.
Weight Management: Balanced hormones can support healthy metabolism, making it easier to maintain or achieve a healthy weight.
Increased Muscle Mass and Strength: Hormone optimization, particularly with testosterone in men and women, can promote muscle growth and strength, enhancing physical performance.
Bone Health: Maintaining optimal hormone levels can help preserve bone density and reduce the risk of osteoporosis.
Improved Libido and Sexual Function: Hormone optimization can enhance sexual desire and function, improving intimacy and relationships.
Skin Health: Balanced hormones can improve skin elasticity, hydration, and overall appearance, reducing signs of aging.
Cardiovascular Health: Optimizing hormone levels may support heart health by improving cholesterol levels and reducing the risk of cardiovascular diseases.
Overall Well-being: Many individuals report a general sense of well-being and improved quality of life when their hormones are balanced.
How Hormone Therapy Works
Get ready to meet the new and improved you with help from hormone therapy.
Hormones help drive our daily actions, allowing us to feel invigorated and replenished when balanced or sluggish and fatigued when not. At The Skin Clinic, we find solutions that can help you feel better from the inside and out. Our team can create a personalized hormone treatment plan to bring your body back into balance. This treatment is effective for both men and women.
Treatment Options
BioTE Hormone Pellets
Hormone pellets are a form of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) that involves the implantation of small pellets containing bioidentical hormones under the skin. These pellets release hormones steadily over time, providing a consistent hormone level in the bloodstream. Here are some of the key benefits of hormone pellets:
Consistent Hormone Levels: Unlike other forms of hormone therapy (like creams or injections), hormone pellets provide a steady release of hormones, avoiding the peaks and troughs associated with other delivery methods.
Convenience:Once implanted, hormone pellets can last for several months (typically 3 to 4 for women and up to 6 months for men), reducing the need for daily dosing or frequent injections.
Bioidentical Hormones: The pellets contain bioidentical hormones, which are chemically identical to the hormones produced by the body. This can lead to better compatibility and fewer side effects.
Improved Symptom Relief: Many individuals report significant relief from symptoms associated with hormonal imbalances, such as hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings, fatigue, and low libido.
Enhanced Quality of Life: By alleviating symptoms, hormone pellets can improve overall well-being, energy levels, and emotional health, leading to a better quality of life.
Minimal Maintenance: After the initial insertion, there is little maintenance required, making it a low-effort option for ongoing hormone therapy.
Customized Dosing Hormone pellets can be tailored to meet individual hormonal needs based on comprehensive testing, allowing for a personalized approach to hormone therapy.
Less Frequent Provider Visits: With the longer duration of hormone release, patients may need fewer visits to their healthcare provider for hormone adjustments.
What to Expect
Our specialist will create a custom hormone therapy treatment that is best for your needs.
We will regularly monitor your hormone levels and address any new symptoms or side-effects of your treatment as needed to ensure that your health expectations are met.
The Perfect Plan for Your Skin
Use our Treatment Planning Tool to explore personalized recommendations based on your unique concerns.
Welcome to The Skin Clinic
The Skin Clinic Team is here to be your skincare advocates and self-care champions. We’re 100% dedicated to helping you feel 100% comfortable in your skin and feeling your BEST!
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Keep your body hydrated by drinking plenty of water.
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Avoid alcohol and caffeine consumption.
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Get plenty of rest.
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Follow your personalized treatment plan.
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Stay hydrated and drink plenty of water.
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Get plenty of rest and avoid strenuous activities.
Feel Better and Confident
Reach out to our team to get started with hormone therapy in Mankato.
Frequently Asked Questions
The duration of hormone therapy in Mankato varies: menopausal HT may continue for years. The frequency of pellet replacement depends on the type and dosage of the pellets used, as well as your individual hormone needs. Generally, your pellets will need to be replaced every 3 to 6 months.
Hormone therapy includes estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone treatments. In some cases, a combination of hormones may be used, depending on individual needs.
The insertion of hormone pellets is a minor outpatient procedure. Your provider makes a small incision in the skin, usually in the hip or buttock area, and inserts the pellets. Then we close the incision with adhesive strips.
We do not accept insurance but you can use your HSA or FSA.
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