Hormone Replacement Therapy in Seattle and Kirkland
At The Larrabee Center in Seattle and Kirkland, WA Dr. Wayne Larrabee and Tori Frank ARNP specialize in restoring balance, energy, and overall well-being through tailored Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) solutions. Whether you’re dealing with fatigue, mood changes, or other hormonal imbalances, our personalized care is designed to help you achieve lasting wellness and vitality.
Hormone Replacement Therapy Overview
Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) is an advanced, approach to addressing hormonal imbalances caused by aging or other conditions. At The Larrabee Center, we offer Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT) using plant-derived pellets formulated to match your body’s natural hormones at the molecular level. These tiny, rice-sized pellets are inserted under the skin during a quick, minimally invasive procedure and deliver a steady, tailored hormone release over several months. This method effectively alleviates symptoms such as fatigue, mood swings, and reduced libido while promoting overall vitality and balance. Bioidentical hormones mimic your body’s natural processes, ensuring a safer and more effective treatment compared to synthetic alternatives.
How Hormone Replacement Therapy Works
Hormone therapy using pellets is an innovative treatment designed to provide consistent and long-lasting hormonal balance. The process involves using small pellets, about the size of a grain of rice, inserted subcutaneously (the fatty layer) below the belt and above the buttock in women and, and in the posterior flank in men.. These pellets are bioidentical, meaning they are chemically identical to the hormones your body naturally produces.
The pellets gradually release hormones into the bloodstream based on your body’s demands, ensuring a stable hormonal level without the fluctuations that injections or pills can cause. This makes HRT a seamless and effective way to address symptoms of hormonal imbalance, such as fatigue, low libido, and cognitive fog.
Benefits of Hormone Replacement Therapy
HRT offers numerous benefits, making it an effective solution for addressing hormonal imbalances. Here’s what you can expect with HRT treatments at The Larrabee Center:
Improved Hormone Balance
Pellets provide consistent hormone release, helping alleviate symptoms like hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings, and weight gain due to hormonal changes.
Biodentical Treatment Option
Bioidentical hormones mimic your body’s own chemistry, reducing the likelihood of side effects.
Convenience
A simple in-office procedure means you don’t have to deal with daily pills, monthly injections, or topical creams.
Fewer Side Effects
By delivering hormones steadily over time, pellets minimize the risk of unwanted side effects common with other forms of hormone therapy.
Boosted Energy Levels
HRT combats chronic fatigue caused by hormonal imbalances, helping you feel energized and revitalized.
Enhanced Sexual Health
Improved libido and relief from issues like erectile dysfunction (for men) and vaginal dryness (for women) are common benefits of HRT.
Choosing Hormone Replacement Therapy
Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) can relieve a range of symptoms caused by hormonal imbalances. For men, HRT helps address low testosterone symptoms such as reduced libido, erectile dysfunction, fatigue, brain fog, mood swings, and weight gain. For women, it alleviates menopause-related symptoms like hot flashes, night sweats, insomnia, and mood swings, while also supporting bone density and reducing depression.
By restoring hormone levels, HRT not only minimizes physical and emotional discomfort but also improves overall well-being. It’s a tailored approach for those looking to regain balance and vitality, enhancing their quality of life.
Results of Hormone Replacement Therapy
Patients often report increased energy, heightened focus, improved sexual health, and an overall enhanced sense of well-being. The results are individualized and depend on each patient’s unique hormonal needs, but HRT offers a significant step forward for optimizing health and quality of life.
Symptoms that Hormone Replacement Therapy Can Treat
Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) is a proven and effective treatment designed to address a variety of symptoms caused by hormonal imbalances, offering relief and renewed vitality for both women and men.
For women, HRT can alleviate common menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings, and insomnia, while also addressing vaginal dryness, weight gain, and fatigue. Additionally, it plays a crucial role in supporting bone density, helping to reduce the risk of osteoporosis.
For men, HRT can provide relief from symptoms like low libido, erectile dysfunction, fatigue, and brain fog. It can also be instrumental in managing mood swings, improving muscle mass, and minimizing weight gain.
Beyond these specific concerns, HRT has been shown to reduce anxiety and irritability while enhancing mental clarity and overall well-being.
Before, During, and After
What To Expect Before a Hormone Replacement Therapy Procedure
Before beginning HRT treatment, we will conduct a thorough consultation and lab work to evaluate your hormone levels. This includes a review of your medical history, symptoms, and lifestyle, ensuring we create a treatment plan tailored specifically for your needs.
What To Expect During a Hormone Replacement Therapy Procedure
The process is quick and minimally invasive. After a local anesthetic is injected to numb the area, Dr. Larrabee or Tori Frank ARNP will make a small incision in the upper hip and insert the hormone pellet about the size of a grain of rice. No stitches are required; the incision is sealed with medical tape.
What To Expect After a Hormone Replacement Therapy Procedure
Once the pellet begins to release hormones, patients often report improved energy, mood, mental clarity, and relief from physical symptoms such as hot flashes and fatigue. Results typically last 3-4 months for women and 4-6 months for men, depending on individual factors like metabolism and activity level.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can benefit from HRT?
Hormone Replacement Therapy is effective for both men and women experiencing hormonal imbalance. Women may seek relief from menopause-related symptoms like low libido, weight gain, and mood swings, while men can benefit from testosterone therapy to address reduced energy, muscle loss, and cognitive decline.
How do you determine if a patient is a good candidate for HRT?
At The Larrabee Center, we perform comprehensive lab work to thoroughly assess your hormone levels. Based on this analysis, we develop a personalized treatment plan to meet your unique health goals.
What types of HRT treatments do you offer?
We offer a range of carefully tailored Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) options, designed to support your overall health and well-being through every stage of life. Our team of experienced specialists is here to provide compassionate care and expert advice, ensuring every treatment aligns with your unique needs.
Hormones We Offer:
Testosterone: Promotes cardiovascular health, reduces the risk of diabetes, and provides anti-inflammatory benefits to support your body’s overall well-being.
Progesterone: Plays a critical role in balancing estrogen stimulation of breast tissue, helping to reduce the risk of breast cancer.
Estradiol: Restores premenopausal hormone levels for optimal support of your health and vitality.
How often do patients need follow-up appointments for HRT?
Most patients visit us every 3-4 months for women and 4-6 months for men for a follow-up appointment, depending on their individual treatment plan.
Where can I receive HRT treatment?
At The Larrabee Center in Seattle and Kirkland, our hormone replacement therapy solutions are designed with your health and well-being in mind. Reach out today to schedule your consultation with Dr. Larrabee or Tori Frank ARNP.