A convenient, long-lasting hormone therapy option designed to provide consistent hormone delivery and personalized symptom support.
Pellet therapy is a form of hormone replacement therapy that delivers a steady release of hormones over time. For many patients, pellets offer a low-maintenance option that helps support energy, mood, sleep, libido, body composition, and overall well-being.
A steady, low-maintenance approach
Unlike pills, creams, and patches that require daily use, pellet therapy delivers hormones continuously over several months through a simple in-office procedure.
What are Hormone Pellets?
Hormone pellets are small, customized implants placed beneath the skin during a brief in-office procedure. About the size of a grain of rice, pellets release hormones gradually over time to help maintain more consistent hormone levels.
At Charleston Hormone Services, pellet therapy is individualized based on symptoms, laboratory evaluation, health history, and treatment goals.
Why Consistency Matters
Many patients choose pellet therapy because it provides:
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Stable Hormone Levels
Designed to reduce the fluctuations that can occur with some other delivery methods.
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Fewer Daily Responsibilities
No creams, patches, or daily pills to remember.
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Long-Lasting Delivery
Pellets typically provide hormone delivery over several months before replacement is needed.
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Personalized Treatment
Dosing is customized to each patient’s symptoms, labs, and goals.
Is Pellet Therapy Right For You?
Pellet therapy may be worth exploring if you:
- Prefer a low-maintenance treatment option
- Have difficulty remembering daily medications
- Want more consistent hormone delivery
- Are experiencing symptoms of hormone imbalance
- Are looking for a personalized hormone therapy approach
- Value convenience and long-term symptom support
What to Expect
Advanced Lab Testing
Identify hormone deficiencies and contributing factors.
Consultation
Comprehensive symptom review and health assessment.
Personalized Treatment
A plan designed around your goals and physiology.
In-Office Pellet Insertion
A quick, minimally invasive procedure performed in-office with comfort in mind.
Ongoing Optimization
Regular monitoring and adjustments to keep you performing at your best.
Frequently Asked Questions
Hormone pellets are small, customized implants placed beneath the skin during a brief in-office procedure. About the size of a grain of rice, pellets release hormones gradually over time to help maintain more consistent hormone levels.
Pellets typically last 3–4 months for women and 6-8 months for men, depending on your metabolism, activity level, and individual hormone needs.
Most patients experience little to no discomfort. The area is numbed with a local anesthetic before the quick in-office procedure, and mild soreness afterward is normal.
Yes. The hormone pellets we use contain bioidentical hormones that are structurally identical to those naturally produced by the body.
Yes. Pellet therapy can be an effective treatment option for both men and women experiencing symptoms related to hormone imbalance or deficiency.
Many patients report improvements in energy, mood, mental clarity, libido, sleep, and overall well-being. Results vary based on your individual health and hormone needs.
Meet Your Care Team
Stephanie Donovan, MSN, NP-C, Megan Sharpe, NP-C, and Soay Aggrey, DNP, FNP-C are board-certified nurse practitioners with advanced training in hormone therapy and women’s health.
We believe in empowering patients with knowledge, options, and personalized care, so you can feel your best at every stage of life.
