Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy
Hormone imbalance can take a toll on your physical and emotional health, leading to hot flashes, fatigue, weight gain, and low libido. At Marina OB/GYN, our skilled providers offer bioidentical hormone replacement therapy to help you look and feel your best at any age, with care available at seven offices across Los Angeles County.
Book OnlineWhat Is Hormone Replacement Therapy?
Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) restores hormones that decline with age, especially during perimenopause and menopause. At Marina OB/GYN, we offer Pellecome bioidentical hormone pellets. Bioidentical hormones are derived from plant sources, such as yams, and are chemically identical to the hormones your body naturally produces.
Tiny pellets, about the size of a grain of rice, are placed just beneath the skin, where they release a steady stream of hormones into the bloodstream over several months. This avoids the peaks and dips that can occur with pills or creams. Pellecome also offers easier insertion and reliable, consistent results.
Signs of Hormone Imbalance
- Hot flashes and night sweats
- Vaginal dryness
- Sleep problems and fatigue
- Mood swings, irritability, or depression
- Low sex drive
- Weight gain, slowed metabolism, and increased body fat
- Loss of lean muscle mass
- Thinning hair and loss of breast fullness
Benefits of Pellet Hormone Therapy
- Steady, consistent hormone levels
- No daily pills or creams
- Quick, minimally uncomfortable in-office treatment
- More energy and better sleep
- Improved libido and reduced vaginal dryness
- Easier weight management and thicker hair
- Better overall quality of life
Is Hormone Replacement Therapy Right for Me?
Your provider reviews your symptoms, medications, family history, and lifestyle, performs a physical exam, and orders blood tests to evaluate your hormone levels. Based on your results, we tailor a bioidentical hormone plan to your needs. Women with certain health histories may benefit from non-hormonal alternatives such as the CO2 vaginal laser.
What to Expect During Treatment
You rest comfortably while your provider numbs a small area near the upper buttocks and inserts the pellets through a tiny opening. The site is closed with medical strips, with no stitches needed. The procedure usually takes less than 15 minutes, and you can resume normal activities right away.
Ongoing Care
Most women receive pellets about three times a year. We monitor your hormone levels regularly to keep them in a healthy range. Many patients pair HRT with our medically supervised weight loss program, vaginal rejuvenation, or Botox. Women with PCOS or irregular bleeding receive a full evaluation first. See our OB/GYN services.
Hormone Replacement Therapy FAQs
What are bioidentical hormones?
Bioidentical hormones are derived from plant sources and are chemically identical to the hormones your body naturally makes.
How do hormone pellets work?
Small pellets placed under the skin release a steady dose of hormones into your bloodstream over several months.
How often will I need new pellets?
Most women receive pellets about three times per year, depending on their symptoms and hormone levels.
Does pellet insertion hurt?
The area is numbed first, so most women feel only light pressure. The procedure takes less than 15 minutes.
Is there any downtime?
No. You can return to normal daily activities right away, though you may be asked to avoid strenuous exercise briefly.
Who is a candidate for hormone therapy?
Many women with symptoms of hormone imbalance or menopause are candidates. Your provider will review your health history and blood work first.
Will HRT help with weight gain?
Balanced hormones can support metabolism and healthy weight management, especially combined with our weight loss program.