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Why are hormones so important?

Hormones help your body and mind to function. 

Over time, however, our bodies naturally produce less of the hormones we need. This can tip the natural balance of your body, impacting your physical, mental, and emotional health. 

When your hormone levels become unbalanced, life can start to feel unbalanced, too.

What does hormone replacement therapy do?

Hormone replacement therapy balances your hormone levels so you can get back to feeling like your normal, happy self. 

At ALDA, we use Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT). BHRT is a method of hormone re-balancing that uses compounded hormones, which are structurally identical to the hormones your body naturally produces. 

Your body recognizes and uses these replacement hormones just like it uses your naturally-occuring hormones. 

By balancing hormone levels, BHRT can alleviate symptoms of pre-, peri-, and postmenopausal hormone changes. 

“Is it hot in here, or is that just me?” 

Signs you need hormone replacement therapy:

  • Feeling unproductive and low on energy
  • Getting upset by things that normally wouldn’t upset you
  • Feeling like you can’t control your emotions
  • Struggling to lose weight, even with strict diets and consistent workouts
  • Having trouble remembering things or stumbling over your words
  • Waking up sweating in the middle of the night, and then struggling to fall back asleep
  • Not feeling very *spicy* with your partner
  • Experiencing discomfort when you are intimate

If any of this sounds familiar, it might be time to consider hormone replacement therapy with the support of a registered Nurse Practitioner. 

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How Hormone Replacement Therapy Works

Here’s what to expect from bioidentical hormone replacement therapy at ALDA: 

01.

A Nurse Practitioner (NP) conducts a thorough 45-minute screening and evaluation. We draw labs, ask questions, and crunch the numbers to make sure you’re the perfect fit. 

Once you get the “all clear,” we can get started. 

02.

Treatments are simple. A licensed medical practitioner takes the hormone pellet – a capsule the size of a grain of rice – and carefully inserts it under the skin. 

It’s simple, quick, and painless with local anesthesia.

03.

The pellet dissolves over time, releasing a steady stream of hormones into your bloodstream, and eventually absorbing into the body completely. 

We’ll see you every 3-6 months for updated labs, treatment, and chit chat.

Book Your Hormone Replacement Therapy treatment in Hanover MA today

If you’re ready to feel like yourself again (without the night sweats, mood swings, or low libido), simply call us at (781) 826-5400 or use the button below to book your HRT appointment now.

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Please note that the statements made on this webpage have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. None of the language on this webpage is intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. 

Frequently asked questions

Wondering how to know if you need hormone replacement therapy?

You should consider discussing hormone replacement therapy with a healthcare provider if you are suffering from any of these symptoms:

  • Hot flashes or night sweats
  • Vaginal dryness, itching, burning, or discomfort with intercourse
  • Sleep disturbances
  • Mood changes, irritability, anxiety, or depression

However, hormone replacement therapy is not recommended if you are older than 60 and haven’t had a menstrual period in more than 10 years. 

We thoroughly screen every patient to ensure that you are the best fit for this treatment. If you’d like to discuss trying hormone replacement therapy, please book a consultation with one of our licensed healthcare professionals.

Sometimes, the process of rebalancing your hormones requires an adjustment period. HRT can cause a variety of side effects, especially in the first few months of use. These side effects usually go away on their own within 6 to 8 weeks. 

Side effects include: breast tenderness, headache, nausea, unexpected vaginal bleeding, fatigue, hot flashes, mood changes, and weight gain. 

  • Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) for men, also called testosterone replacement therapy (TRT), is a medical treatment that restores hormonal balance by increasing testosterone levels. 
  • Many men experience a significant drop in testosterone in their late 40s to early 50s, sometimes known as andropause or Low T. 
  • When men’s hormone levels are unbalanced, they might experience any of the following: low sex drive, fatigue, hair loss, loss of muscle mass, increased body fat (especially in the waist area), erectile dysfunction, mood changes, irritability, and feelings of stress or anxiety. 
  • It’s possible for men to alleviate these symptoms by restoring their natural hormone balance through HRT.

  • Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) can take a few weeks to a few months to work. It can take up to three months to feel the full effects of your treatment. 
  • You’ll notice as your hormones level out that your energy and libido have increased.

  • Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) is perfectly safe for the right patients. 
  • We conduct thorough screening and evaluations before approving a patient for HRT, and we conduct regular checkups (with labs) to ensure that the treatment is working safely.

  • Most women can start HRT between the ages of 45 and 55, depending on when they begin to experience menopause symptoms. You can take hormone replacement therapy (HRT) if you are experiencing menopause symptoms, even if you haven’t yet experienced menopause. 
  • HRT is also typically administered to men between the ages of 45 and 55, when they begin to experience a drop in testosterone.

  • Most women see a significant drop in estrogen and testosterone during menopause, which causes their hormones to become unbalanced. 
  • Many women use hormone replacement therapy to balance their hormones before, during, or after menopause. 
  • Most women can begin HRT when they begin to experience menopause symptoms.

  • There is no fixed limit on how long you can take HRT, but it’s always best to consult with your doctor. 
  • At ALDA, we review your medical history at every appointment and frequently pull labs to ensure that the treatment is working safely. As licensed medical professionals, we place your safety before anything else, and will happily reference you to other medical specialists if the need arises.

  • We use BioTE Pellet Therapy, a form of BHRT, to help our patients balance their hormones. 
  • BioTE has over a decade of clinical research behind its treatments, demonstrating both safety and efficacy, as well as rigorous certification requirements and quality control. Their comprehensive dosing platform applies extensive clinical data to ensure that our dosing recommendations are accurate, effective, and safe. 
  • In short: BioTE’s BHRT is effective and safe, and we are proud to provide this option to people suffering from the symptoms of unbalanced hormones. 
  • We strongly believe in full transparency with our patients. While many patients experience positive outcomes from BHRT, it is important to note that BioTE pellets are not FDA-approved treatments. 
  • The statements made here have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration, and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

No, we do not accept insurance for BioTE Pellet Therapy. Payment is required out of pocket.

  • The cost of Biote Pellet Therapy varies based on individual treatment plans. We recommend scheduling a consultation to discuss your specific needs so we can provide you with an accurate cost estimate. 
  • Appointment pricing starts at $300.