How do Pellets Differ From Regular Hormone Replacement Therapy?
Pellets are inserted under the woman’s skin in the fatty tissue area every 3 to 4 months. They slowly and continually release hormones to the woman’s body and the ups and downs of other therapies are avoided. Plus, by avoiding the GI tract, the hormones do not go through the liver like pills do. They are thus not immediately metabolized and changed by the liver. Liver metabolism of oral hormones is called the “first pass effect” and it can alter the hormones and ones metabolism. By avoiding this liver metabolism, more of the natural hormone can work for the woman. Because they are continuous release tablets, you don’t have to take pills every day, apply messy creams or place sticky patches on your skin any longer. They are much more convenient.
