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What is Hormone Pellet Therapy?

What is Hormone Pellet Therapy?

May 4, 2023

Hormone Pellet Therapy What is hormone pellet therapy? Hormone therapy is a treatment in which hormones are administered to restore hormonal balance in the body. Hormonal imbalances can result in a variety of symptoms and health issues. Hormone pellets are a form of hormone therapy because of their convenience and efficacy. They have gained popularity […]

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Hormone Pellets for Andropause

Hormone Pellets for Andropause

May 1, 2023

Male menopause, also called andropause, affects older men, typically beginning in their 40s or 50s. A decrease in testosterone production causes it, the primary male sex hormone. As testosterone levels decline, men may experience various symptoms that significantly affect their quality of life. It includes decreased energy levels, sex drive, depression, and weight gain. This […]

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Hormone Pellets for Menopause

Hormone Pellets for Menopause

May 1, 2023

What is Menopause? Menopause is a natural biological process that concludes a woman’s reproductive years. It is a normal part of aging and usually occurs between 45 and 55. During menopause, a woman’s body undergoes significant changes, including decreased hormone production. These changes can result in various symptoms, including hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings, […]

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Hormone Pellets for Thyroid

Hormone Pellets for Thyroid

May 1, 2023

Hormone Pellets Hormone pellets are small, rice-sized cylinders made of natural or synthetic hormones, such as estrogen, progesterone, or testosterone. They are inserted under the skin of the buttocks, abdomen, or hip through a minor surgical procedure. Once implanted, the pellets gradually release hormones into the bloodstream over several months, providing consistent hormone levels for […]

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Colon Hydrotherapy: Is It Safe and Effective?

April 3, 2023

Colon hydrotherapy is commonly performed before medical procedures such as colonoscopies. However, colonic irrigation, also known as colonic hydrotherapy, is often used as a “complementary and alternative” treatment to eliminate toxins from the body. Is colon hydrotherapy safe? It is the most common question regarding this medical procedure. Proponents of colonic irrigation tout the treatment’s […]

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What is breast thermography?

April 3, 2023

Breast thermography is an imaging technique used to detect breast cancer in women. It is a non-invasive and radiation-free procedure that uses infrared technology to measure breast temperature. It has the potential to detect breast cancer at its earliest stages when it’s much easier to treat and has a better chance of successful treatment. The […]

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