Men’s testosterone drops 1-3% a year after age 35. Symptoms for men are similar to women; but also include erectile dysfunction, lack of motivation, & the inability to maintain muscle mass. Women’s hormones start to fluctuate in their mid-30’s as well.This is called perimenopause, which is followed by menopause. Hormonal deficiency in women can cause anxiety, low libido, weight gain, moodiness, hot flashes, and night sweats. These can be alleviated, as well as long-term benefits such as heart health, increased bone density and mental sharpness.

Pellets are well-tolerated by most patients. But, as with any medical treatment, hormone pellets may have side effects. However, these are typically mild, transient, and related to the insertion process.

For most patients, the implantation process is painless. However, some may experience side effects such as bruising, swelling, soreness, or redness at the incision site. There is also a small risk of infection any time an incision is made. However, major complications from hormone pellet insertion are exceedingly rare.