What to Expect from Hormone Replacement Therapy

As you get older, a lot changes. You can thank your hormones for many of the unwelcome shifts that come with aging. 

As women enter and complete menopause, dropping levels of estrogen and other hormones cause uncomfortable physical and mental changes. Men aren’t exempt here. Dropping testosterone levels can have widespread effects, too. 

That’s why Robert Grafton, MD, and our team offer bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) at PSI Medical Group in Wixom, Michigan. With personalized treatment to replenish the hormones your body needs, you can get relief from the symptoms of hormone deficiencies. 

For women

Women often choose to explore hormone replacement therapy as they approach or go through menopause. Dropping estrogen levels may cause hot flashes, mood changes, sleep problems, and more. 

If that sounds familiar, come see Dr. Grafton. He can evaluate your current hormone levels using lab work. This allows him to formulate your bioidentical hormone replacement therapy pellet. 

He then implants that tiny pellet just under the skin in your hip. There, it releases a steady stream of hormones to replace what your body’s no longer making. You don’t need to worry about any messy creams or daily to-do’s. 

It takes some time for the replacement hormones to work, and symptoms tend to improve gradually. As the BHRT rebalances your hormone levels, you should notice improvements like reduced hot flashes, better mood, and more comfortable sex. 

For men

Hormone replacement therapy isn’t just for women. Dr. Grafton offers testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) to help men who are experiencing low libido, muscle mass loss, trouble concentrating, and other testosterone deficiency-related issues.

He first starts with a blood test to determine if low testosterone is behind your unwelcome symptoms. If it is, he formulates a tiny pellet to deliver an extra dose of this hormone. 

He implants that just under the skin in your hip, where it consistently releases testosterone into your system. Some men notice improvements in the first few days, although it can take a week or two to really experience the full effect. 

BHRT is a journey, not a destination

Your hormone levels aren’t fixed. They change over the course of a day and over the course of your life. That’s why Dr. Grafton and our team stay actively involved in your hormone replacement therapy. 

We talk with you about your symptoms during treatment. If you’re not getting the results you want or you’re experiencing side effects, we adjust the dosage. Our goal is to partner with you to help you feel like yourself again.

If you’re curious about hormone replacement therapy, call our team at PSI Medical Group or book your visit through our convenient online scheduler today.