Men begin losing testosterone at the rate of 1-5% per year beginning in
their early 30’s. Current medical research now defines a male
equivalent to menopause as Andropause. By the time a man reaches the
age of 50 his testosterone production could be ¼ of the level
compared to his 20’s. Watch any sporting event on
television and you will be overwhelmed with ads for products treating
“Low T”. From supplements at your local vitamin store to
mail order gimmicks; they all make all the promise to boost
Testosterone. Oral supplements must be ingested and metabolized, shots
require weekly or in some cases, twice-weekly injections and creams have
erratic absorption; the net effect is creating a “roller
coaster” of hormone levels. BioTE®
provides an all-natural, chemically identical hormone replacement therapy
released directly into your bloodstream just as your body naturally
does.
One of the main advantages of bioidentical hormones is that they are
believed to be more easily recognized and metabolized by the body compared
to synthetic hormones. This is thought to reduce the risk of certain side
effects associated with synthetic hormones. Additionally, because they are
identical to the body's own hormones, they are often favored by those
seeking a more natural approach to hormone replacement therapy.
Hormone replacement therapy is the purpose of bio-identical hormones. People
who lack certain hormones or who have too much of a certain hormone may
benefit from BHRT. They are often used as a treatment for hormone
imbalances, particularly in andropause (the male equivalent of menopause),
where the body's natural hormone production decreases
Symptoms of testosterone deficiency in men include fatigue, lack of mental acuity, gaining weight, loss of muscle mass, feeling sluggish or depressed, irritability, loss of libido, and difficultly achieving or sustaining erection.
BioTE® can increase Testosterone with subcutaneous pellets inserted 2-3 times a year. These pellets, about the size of a grain of rice, will start working immediately after insertion, however, most patients notice an improvement in symptoms in 1-2 weeks. Good hormone balance will not only alleviate many of the symptoms listed above but greatly improve your sexual desires, make those workouts more productive and provide a host of other anti-aging benefits.
No. Metabolites of testosterone, Dihydrotestosterone, and estrone cause prostate enlargement and contribute to prostate cancer. Estrone increases and testosterone decreases as men age and as men gain belly fat. Testosterone pellets are the only replacement that reverses that trend. Your blood levels of estrone and DHT are checked after treatment to see if they are elevated. Some men still convert to these metabolites even on testosterone pellets. If they are converting, we troubleshoot with natural supplements such as DIM and Saw Palmetto, or an aromatase inhibitor prescription.
Unlike other forms of hormone therapy, there are few side effects. Two
percent of patients experience mild acne or facial hair, and less than 1%
experience hair thinning. These mild side effects are easily treatable.
Testicles are suppressed by taking any kind of testosterone and will get
smaller while on therapy. They will not make as much testosterone
while the pellets are working. This is not permanent, and the testicle
retains its ability to produce testosterone and will return to normal size
if treatment is stopped. BioTE®
Medical’s hormone pellet therapy side effects are minimal when
compared to other hormone delivery methods. That’s because BHRT®
pellet therapy delivers consistent amounts of hormones 24 hours a day.
The process is as follows:
1.) Call Vitality Health (302) 202-4142 or fill out
the information form below for us to call you
2.) You will be scheduled for a BioTE®
Consultation. You will be asked to fill out the BioTE®
male new patient paperwork that can be found on this website under the
Resources tab/forms. The patient is required to either fax or email ([email protected]) the new patient paperwork to the office
prior to the consultation so that we can enter all of your
information. The consultation visit is about 10-15 minutes in length.
At the visit Dr. Knapp will be asking you for your medical history and
family medical history along with any medication you are currently
taking.
3.) At this time you will explain to Dr Knapp any of the andropause (male
menopause) symptoms that you have been experiencing in detail.
4.) Dr. Knapp will explain bioidentical hormones and if they could be a
potential solution for how you have been feeling.
5.) If you would to proceed with the pellet insertion, the next step to to
get blood work completed. This is not routine bloodwork. This is an
extensive test. Dr. Knapp will give you the lab order at the end of
the consultation. You may use your personal health insurance to cover
the cost of the bloodwork.
6.) As soon as we get the lab results, we are ready for your next
appointment for lab review.
7.) This appointment is at our office location. At this appointment
Dr. Knapp will go over all the lab results in more detail and explain what
they mean and how they impact your symptoms.
8.) If Dr. Knapp feels you are a good candidate for BioTE pellets you will
have opportunity to get pellets inserted at the end of the lab review
appointment. The prescription used is based on your blood work
results. Each patient has a customized individual prescription.
9.) Once your pellets are inserted, we will reach out to you approximately 4
weeks from insertion date. At this time, our staff will ask how you
are feeling, if you notice anything different, and more details about your
symptoms. If you are feeling great, we may tell you to wait a week or
two and then get your next round of blood work. If you are not feeling any
different or symptoms haven't changed we will tell you to get the 2nd
round of blood work as soon as possible so we can see where the hormone
levels are reading with the pellets being inserted. The second round
of blood work is much smaller than the first round.
10.) If your levels are up and you feel great, we will see you in either
3 or 6 months depending on your prescription for
reinsertion.
No, this is a plant based product and not covered by insurance. Many patients use their FSA (flexible spending account) or their HSA (health savings account) to pay for the pellets. Each company is different. The patient would need to check with their HSA or FSA.
Everyone will react at different times. But most people will notice a change within two weeks but it could take longer. The second round of bloodwork will confirm if hormone levels are changing.
The initial bloodwork is done prior to the first insertion. To make sure we achieve adequate hormone levels, additional bloodwork is done 4-6 weeks after first insertion. After that, bloodwork is required annually to check hormone levels.
A large majority of our patients partner or spouse are also receiving bioidentical hormone therapy. If you do decide to have a partner or spouse also get pellets, we offer a 10% discount.
Pellet therapy is supported by specially formulated Nutraceuticals from BioTE® Medical.
BioTE® Nutraceuticals are high-grade supplements containing high-quality ingredients that undergo 3rd party validation.
BioTE® Medical offers DIM, ADK, Probiotics, Omega 3, Omega 30 Plus, Iodine Plus, Multivitamin, Methyl-Guard Plus, and Meriva 500 SF nutraceuticals.
Diindolylmethane or DIM is contained in green, cruciferous vegetables. DIM is reported to modulate the immune response and may show potential use in fighting viral infections, skin disorders, bacterial infections, and other conditions.
BioTE® Medical offers a unique blend of Vitamins A, D3, and K2 at two strength levels. BioTE® ADK combines the right vitamins the body needs for good bone health.
BioTE® Medical's Probiotic may improve digestive health with its proprietary blend of Vitamin C and three probiotics: Lactobacillus acidophilus, Bifidobacterium longum, and Lactobacillus rhamnosus.
BioTE® Medical's Omega 3 contains fish oil concentrate and vitamin E.
BioTE® Medical's Omega 30 Plus contains 30 Fatty Acids that your body needs.
BioTE® Iodine Plus contains potassium iodide, iodine, zinc, selenium, and potassium.
The BioTE® Multivitamin contains over 20 nutrients that are essential to health. These include 100% of daily Vitamins A, C, D, E, and K, as well as 100% of Iron, Zinc, B6, B12, and Folate, and over a dozen other key nutrients.
Methyl Guard Plus contains folate, B6, B12, and B2.
Meriva 500 SF from Thorne Research is a patented curcumin product. Curcumin is a yellow substance found in turmeric. This nutraceutical is soy-free (SF) due to it being bound to sunflower phospholipids.
Nutraceuticals from BioTE® Medical are available through our office.
| Nutraceutical | Price |
|---|---|
| DIM | $45.00 |
| ADK 10 | $40.00 |
| ADK 5 | $40.00 |
| Probiotic | $27.00 |
| Omega 3 | $28.00 |
| Omega 30 Plus | $45.00 |
| Methyl Guard | $45.00 |
| Iodine | $45.00 |
| Meriva 500-SF | $40.00 |
To request your appointment, please call (302) 202-4142 or contact us online today!
Vitality Health & Med Spa
1400 Peoples Plaza, Suite 301
Newark, DE 19702
Phone: (302) 202-4142
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