Hormone Therapy in San Antonio

Aging for both men and women can include gaining wisdom, maturity, and perspective. Unfortunately, it can also come with hormonal imbalance that leads to fatigue, weight gain, brain fog, and a lowered sex drive. Hormone Replacement Therapy in San Antonio can help patients reclaim their quality of life and feel more vital and confident.

What is HRT?

Hormone Replacement Therapy is an individualized solution for restoring balance and peace of mind after menopause in women or andropause in men. Each patient experiences different symptoms when it comes to the changes in middle age, but all can benefit from HRT, which can provide profound improvements in energy levels, intimacy, and mental clarity.

How is hormone therapy administered?

With the goal of replacing depleted hormones in the body, HRT can be delivered in a variety of ways. The method chosen will depend on the nature of the patient’s symptoms, their personal preferences, and the doctor’s recommendations. Delivery options include:

Pills taken orally each day
Dermal patches
Topical gels
Implanted slow-release pellets the size of a grain of rice
Vaginal rings or creams that address dryness.

Our Variety of HRT

Estrogen therapy – After menopause, the body’s production of estrogen is drastically reduced, leaving patients to deal with hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings, and loss of libido. Delivered as a pill, patch, cream, or pellet, estrogen replacement can help smooth the transition.

Progesterone therapy – Progesterone therapy is used in combination with estrogen therapy to minimize the risk of uterine cancer for female patients. Progesterone can be taken as a pill, patch, or cream.
Testosterone therapy – Both men and women can undergo testosterone therapy to replace lost amounts of the hormone during menopause and andropause. Testosterone can be delivered as a pellet, pill, patch, injection, or cream.

Who is a good candidate for hormone replacement therapy?

HRT is effective for patients regardless of whether they have just started menopause/andropause or they have been dealing with symptoms for years. Relief will typically come faster for those who have experienced their symptoms only recently but everyone taking HRT will enjoy improved mental clarity, a more stable mood, increased energy levels, and fewer weight fluctuations.

Smokers are poor candidates for HRT, only because they are more likely to develop complications from treatment such as blood clotting. Women with a personal or family history of reproductive cancers will also likely need to avoid HRT. The best way to find out if you qualify for hormone replacement therapy in San Antonio, TX, is to schedule a private consultation with our knowledgeable, caring team.

What symptoms in women can be improved with HRT?

Hot flashes
Night sweats
Vaginal dryness
Discomfort during intercourse
Decreased libido
Fatigue
Problems concentrating
Memory loss
Stiff joints
Mood swings
Irritability
Depression
Anxiety
Sleep disturbances

What symptoms in men can be improved with HRT?

Decreased libido
Erectile dysfunction
Fatigue and energy loss
Decreased muscle mass
Decreased bone density
Mood disorders
Irritability
Depression
Brain fog
Memory loss
Trouble concentrating
Insomnia
Gynecomastia (enlarged male breasts)

Get started today with a private consultation

If you are struggling with symptoms of hormonal imbalance after going through menopause or andropause, don’t hesitate to contact us today to set up your private consultation at our state-of-the-art facility in San Antonio. Feeling like your old self again is just a phone call away. During your initial meeting, we will discuss your symptoms, review your medical history, and likely order laboratory testing to assess your current hormone levels. Once these tests are analyzed, we can create a personalized treatment plan that will help you reclaim your quality of life, well-being, and confidence. Our goal is to alleviate your discomfort as soon as possible and get you back on the road to optimal health.

Why choose Dr. Christopher J. Micallef, FACS?

Dr. Micallef is a renowned, double-board-certified plastic surgeon who strives to provide holistic, customized care for his patients in and beyond San Antonio, TX. In addition to offering world-class aesthetic procedures, he is also proud to perform a variety of health and wellness treatments, allowing patients to not only look their best but also feel their best.

Dr. Micallef is an Air Force veteran who developed unwavering discipline, commitment, and passion for excellence during his time in the military. Today, he uses these assets in his pursuit of perfection when it comes to his career in aesthetics. He is a compassionate, precision-oriented cosmetic expert who places patient safety and well-being as his highest priorities.