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BioTe Hormone Replacement Therapy for Women
Many women will experience a hormone imbalance and not even realize it. Symptoms can range from subtle to debilitating and are often masked by medications that are prescribed for anxiety, depression, insomnia, weight gain, and more. Having your hormones checked regularly will reveal whether your hormones are optimized. The good news – BioEnve offers BioTE Hormone Replacement Therapy.
Hormone imbalance in women can occur as part of the natural aging process and may reflect genetic predispositions for certain conditions. However, hormone balance is affected by the food we eat, exercising, and the amount of stress we experience.
The endocrine system is a series of glands that produce and discrete hormones throughout the body. Did you know that hormones do a lot more than regulate mood and sexuality? They determine whether you will be at risk for diabetes, heart disease, osteoporosis, Alzheimer's, and thyroid disease. Learn more about the endocrine system and hormone imbalance below.
When you have an imbalance in the endocrine systems, you have endocrine disease, which is a hormone imbalance. This means that there is either too much or too little women hormone being produced somewhere within the endocrine system. Issues regarding this:
There are three paths when choosing any course of medical treatment:
In studies, when compared to conventional hormone replacement therapy, pellets have been shown to be extremely effective for relief of menopausal symptoms, maintenance of bone density, restoration of sleep patterns, and improvement in sex drive, libido, sexual response and performance, relief of depression, anxiety, irritability, mood swings, and many others. Pellet implants have been used to treat migraine and menstrual headaches. It also helps with vaginal dryness, incontinence, urinary urgency, and frequency. Bio-identical Hormone Pellets have been shown to decrease body fat, and a greater capacity for losing weight. Moreover, hundreds of studies show natural testosterone to be HIGHLY PREVENTATIVE against breast cancer, osteoporosis, and Alzheimer's dementia to name a few.
Pellet insertion is a relatively simple in-office procedure done under local anesthesia It takes an average of 4-10 minutes in total. The pellets are inserted subcutaneously (under the fatty lining of skin) in the upper buttocks through a very small incision. The incision is then closed with sterile tape strips. Patients should not be able to feel the implants under the skin. Hormone implants placed under the skin release small, physiologic doses of hormones, keeping a patient's levels in therapeutic range until the next pellet procedure.
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Enjoy a Healthy Sex Life with the O-Shot Procedure
The O-shot®, (Orgasm Shot) is an exciting, painless procedure that uses your own growth factors extracted from your plasma to enhance sexual function and improve urinary incontinence issues.
We start by applying a vaginal numbing cream to the treatment area. While numbing, we will draw your blood and then place it into a centrifuge to spin it down and separate your plasma from your blood.
We will then extract the growth factors from the blood and inject it into an area near the clitoris and into the area of the upper vagina that is most important for the sexual response, using a procedure called the O-shot®.
The effects of this treatment last about 12 months or longer as it varies with each patient. There is no downtime with this procedure.
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Love your Love Life Again!
The "Ultimate Sex Pack!"
FEMALE SEXUAL DYSFUNCTION Revive and Enhance Sexual Arousal with the 'Ultimate Sex Pack'!
Persistent, recurrent problems with sexual response, desire, orgasm or
pain — that distress you or strain your relationship with your partner — are
known medically as sexual dysfunction.
Sexual dysfunction has many possible symptoms/causes, formulas and
treatments vary. It's important to understand the woman's normal sexual
response. Also, her goals for her sex life are important when choosing a
treatment and evaluating whether or not it's working.
Effective treatment for sexual dysfunction often requires addressing any
underlying medical conditions or hormonal changes.
Persistent, recurrent problems with sexual response, desire, orgasm or
pain — that distress you or strain your relationship with your partner — are
known medically as sexual dysfunction.
Sexual dysfunction has many possible symptoms/causes, formulas and
treatments vary. It's important to understand the woman's normal sexual
response. Also, her goals for her sex life are important when choosing a
treatment and evaluating whether or not it's working.
Effective treatment for sexual dysfunction often requires addressing any
underlying medical conditions or hormonal changes.
Female sexual arousal disorder (FSAD) is characterized primarily by an
inability to attain or maintain sufficient physical sexual arousal that
causes distress or interpersonal difficulty. It is the female counterpart to ED in men.
Women have unique health events, such as pregnancy, childbirth, and menopause, that may affect the urinary tract and the surrounding muscles. The pelvic floor muscles that support the bladder, urethra, uterus (womb), and bowels may become weaker or damaged. When the muscles that support the urinary tract are weak, the muscles in the urinary tract must work harder to hold urine until you are ready to urinate. This extra stress or pressure on the bladder and urethra can cause urinary incontinence or leakage.
Also, the female urethra is shorter than the male urethra. Any weakness or damage to the urethra in a woman is more likely to cause urinary incontinence. This is because there is less muscle keeping the urine in until you are ready to urinate.
Sexual problems often develop when your hormones are in flux, such as
after having a baby or during menopause. Major illness, such as cancer,
diabetes, or heart and blood vessel (cardiovascular) disease, can also
contribute to sexual dysfunction.
Factors — often interrelated — that can contribute to sexual dissatisfaction or
dysfunction include:
Physical- Any number of medical conditions, including cancer, kidney
failure, multiple sclerosis, heart disease and bladder problems, can lead to
sexual dysfunction. Certain medications, including some antidepressants,
blood pressure medications, antihistamines and chemotherapy drugs, can
decrease your sexual desire and your body's ability to experience orgasm.
Hormonal- Lower estrogen levels after menopause may lead to changes in
your genital tissues and sexual responsiveness. A decrease in estrogen
leads to decreased blood flow to the pelvic region, which can result in
less genital sensation, as well as needing more time to build arousal and
reach orgasm.
The vaginal lining also becomes thinner and less elastic, particularly if
you're not sexually active. These factors can lead to painful intercourse
(dyspareunia). Sexual desire also decreases when hormonal levels
decrease.
Your body's hormone levels also shift after giving birth and during breastfeeding, which can lead to vaginal dryness and can affect your desire to
have sex.
Psychological and social- Untreated anxiety or depression can cause or
contribute to sexual dysfunction, as can long-term stress and a history of
sexual abuse. The worries of pregnancy and demands of being a new
mother may have similar effects.
Long-standing conflicts with your partner — about sex or other aspects of
your relationship — can diminish your sexual responsiveness as well.
A prescription combination of the perfect "Orgasm Enhancement Cream" and the "Love Hormone" we call the..."Ultimate Sex Pack!"
The "Ultimate Sex Pack" can help women achieve better orgasms, improve sexual satisfaction and most of all, help women have FUN again! Ask one of our providers for your prescription today.... for better nights.... tomorrow!
The 'Ultimate Sex Pack' is a prescription combination of first, an orgasm enhancement cream that is a custom-blended prescription cream designed to reignite your sex drive and take your pleasure to new heights. This topical cream works by dilating blood vessels and increasing oxygen circulation. Your brain and vagina both "awaken" with a burst of energy. Vaginal lubrication and the erogenous zones are engaged.
So, whether you are experiencing vaginal dryness caused by Female Sexual Dysfunction (FSD), stress, environmental factors, or your libido has taken a "vacation" for no apparent reason, this prescription cream may help.
How? It can help:
- Stimulate natural vaginal lubrication
- Relieve pain during intercourse by restoring moisture
- Maximize blood flow to intimate areas and your brain
- Elevate mood
- Increase sensitivity where it counts
The other half of our 'Ultimate Sex Pack' is Oxytocin. Oxytocin, along with the Orgasm Enhancement Cream, is a naturally occurring neuropeptide that has been called the “love hormone” or “cuddle chemical” because of its known effect on human bonding. This hormone traditionally known for its role in female reproduction has been investigated to have various roles associated with behaviors in both men and women, including greater feelings of attachment and bonding, trust, elevated mood, better ability to cope with stress, as well as increased orgasms and sexual experiences.
Naturally released during hugging and pleasant physical touching, oxytocin levels are high amongst those who are “falling in love” and it mediates other forms of bonding such as friendship and family relationships. High serum levels have been associated with increased desire to maintain stronger, more resilient relationships, improve mood, increased feelings of connection, as well as relaxation. On the other hand, low levels of oxytocin have been affiliated with depressive states.
Oxytocin may also affect different anxiolytic functions, such as the reduction of blood pressure and cortisol levels, reducing anxiety and increasing tolerance to pain.
A recent study has shown increased levels of oxytocin to increase sexual arousal, pronounce intensity of orgasms, and increase sexual receptiveness, heightening satisfaction after intercourse and contributing overall to a better sexual experience.
This prescription combination makes up what we call the 'Ultimate Sex Pack'!
It's time to make your pleasure a priority! Speak to one of our providers for your prescription today!
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PT-141 Maximum Formula
taking ORGASMS to the MAX!
Hypoactive sexual desire disorder (hsdd)?
Hypoactive sexual desire disorder (HSDD), now known as female sexual interest/arousal disorder, is a sexual dysfunction that causes a lowered sex drive in women.
Many women will pass off the symptoms of HSDD as the inevitable effects of aging or changes in their body.
If your sex drive is affecting your quality of life, it may be time to talk to one of our providers about the PT-141 prescription option today!
While it’s healthy for sexual desire to fluctuate, a woman with HSDD will usually experience a lack of sexual desire for six months or more.
If changes in sexual desire are so extreme that it’s affected your relationships or self-esteem, it could be HSDD.
Symptoms associated with HSDD include:
- little to no interest in sexual activity
- few to no sexual thoughts or fantasies
- disinterest in initiating sex
- difficulty getting pleasure from sex
- lack of pleasurable sensations when the genitals are stimulated
PT-141 Max Formula is a custom compounded oral formulation that uses FDA-approved medications that help restore women's sexual satisfaction. This oral medication is a powerful stimulator of blood circulation with a focus on genital blood flow enhancing response and sensitivity.
PT-141 Max Formula in addition to increasing blood flow by dilating blood vessels activates receptors in the brain which control sexual function.
PT-141 Max Formula can increase the intensity and quality of orgasm, "wake up" your libido and maximize your sexual response and experience. This unique formula activates and stimulates multiple areas involved in the sexual response at the cellular level and at the brain level.
What Does PT-141 Max Formula Do?
- increases natural vaginal lubrication
- maximizes blood flow to genitals and to the brain
- heightens sexual experience and satisfaction
- a greater sense of connection and intimacy with their partner during sex
- enhanced sensitivity to erogenous areas
- targets specific receptors that control sexual function
How Long Does It Take for PT-141 Max Formula To Work?
PT-141 Max Formula generally should be taken 45 minutes prior to sexual activity.
How Long Does PT-141 Max Formula Last?
This formulation is not to be taken every day. PT-141 Max Formula lasts up to 36 hours.
Will PT-141 Max Formula Make My Skin Darker?
This medication may cause darkening of the skin of the face, gums or breasts, especially in patients with darker skin and daily use.
What Ingredients Are In PT-141 Max Formula?
This formulation contains the following ingredients:
- PT-141 (Bremelanotide) is a neuropeptide that binds to melanocortin receptors in the brain. This peptide activates the receptors that control sexual function, impact appetite, and immunity, among other physiologic actions. The peptide's effect was originally discovered in men while researching a 'tanning" drug to darken skin, researchers noticed that men got spontaneous erections. PT-141 works differently than Cialis and Viagra. PT-141 mainly works in the brain, while Cialis (tadalafil) and Viagra (sildenafil) essentially impact blood vessels.
- Tadalafil (Cialis) is a phosphodiesterase enzyme that inhibits PDE5 resulting in dilation of blood vessels in the brain and genital areas. Studies have shown that Tadalafil works similarly in men and women, increasing sexual satisfaction, libido, and stimulating vaginal lubrication in pre-menopausal and post-menopausal women.
- Oxytocin (Cuddle Hormone), is a neuropeptide that delivers messages to different parts of the body to signal physiological and pathological functions. Popularly known as the "love" or "cuddle" hormone, oxytocin is central to building trust and creating social, familial, and romantic bonds. This neuropeptide builds in the male and female body during sexual arousal and floods the body after climax. Research has shown that female study participants reported greater sexual satisfaction after taking oxytocin before sex. Participants reported a greater sense of connection and intimacy with their partner during sex. Oxytocin appeared to promote fidelity in monogamous relationships and increased positive communication among couples.
Prescriptive, Medical Weight Loss Program Appointments now available!
Semaglutide Injection
What is Semaglutide?
Semaglutide is a glucagon-like peptide (GLP-1) analog approved in 2017 as a treatment method for
improving glycemic control in patients with Type 2 diabetes. Semaglutide shows great promise for patients
who are having difficulty losing weight.
Studies have demonstrated that Semaglutide reduced appetite, improved control of eating, and reduced
food cravings in addition to improved glycemic control. The greatest weight loss benefits were observed
when Semaglutide is used in combination with lifestyle changes, such as improved diet and consistent
exercise.
**The drug is indicated for chronic weight management in patients with a body mass index (BMI) of 27 or greater who have at least one weight-related ailment or in patients with a BMI of 30 or greater.
How does Semaglutide work?
Semaglutide works by mimicking a hormone called glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) that targets areas of the brain that regulate appetite and food intake; it is a powerful appetite suppressant. It also works by increasing the production of insulin and appears to enhance growth of β cells in the pancreas, which are the sites of insulin production. Additionally, it inhibits glucagon, which is a hormone that increases blood sugar. It has been known to aid not only in weight loss but helps to lower glucose levels in those who are pre-diabetic or who have type 2 diabetes.
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Delays stomach emptying, leading to a feeling of fullness and smaller meal size
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Slows intestinal motility
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Lowers blood sugars, in part by reducing the production of sugar in the liver
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Stimulates insulin secretion by the pancreas
How much Semaglutide do I inject?
Patients will start with 0.125mL once weekly, titrating up as tolerance grows.
Originally used for diabetes and sold under the name Ozempic, a higher dose of the same drug was evaluated for weight loss.
The results were dramatic, with the average individual losing 15(+) % of their body weight during the clinic trial.
Semaglutide is a once-weekly subcutaneous injection GLP-1 agonist for weight loss. GLP-1 agonists were initially developed to improve glycemic control with type 2 diabetics as an adjunct to diet and exercise. It works to enhance the growth of beta cells in the pancreas, which are sites of insulin production.
More recently, high-dose (2.4mg) Semaglutide has been studied in non-diabetic patients suffering from obesity. The New England Journal of Medicine's publication of the STEP trial revealed more than 50 percent of trial participants lost 15 percent of their body weight, and between 33 to 40 percent are losing 20 percent of their body weight. Semaglutide will delay gastric emptying by reducing glucagon secretion in a glucose-dependent manner. The delay in gastric emptying can reduce appetite, improve control of eating, and reduce food cravings.
Reported Benefits:
• Weight Loss
• Neuroprotective
• Improved Fertility
• Treatment of PCOS
• Smoking Cessation
• Cardiovascular Benefits
Possible side effects and contraindications:
The most common side effects seen with semaglutide during the clinical trials included gastrointestinal events commonly seen with this agent class and included nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, constipation, abdominal pain, headache, fatigue, dyspepsia, dizziness, abdominal distension, eructation, hypoglycemia in patients with type 2 diabetes, flatulence, gastroenteritis, and gastroesophageal reflux disease.
**** The risk of serious side effects increases in patients with hypoglycemia, kidney problems, and
risk of allergic reactions.
Semaglutide will have a boxed warning on the potential risk of thyroid C-cell tumors -- as do all agents in the GLP-1 receptor agonist class. The drug should not be used in patients with a personal or family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma or in patients with a rare condition called multiple endocrine neoplasia syndrome type 2 (MEN 2). Patients with pancreatitis or at an increased risk of pancreatitis should not use Semaglutide.
This medication is not an insulin and should not be used if:
• You have type 1 diabetes or if you develop diabetic ketoacidosis.
For your initial visit, you will need to schedule an appointment with our office. Upon arriving for your appointment, you will have your consultation with our Nurse Practitioner who will use her discretion (based on the FDA recommendations for treating obesity) to determine if Semaglutide is a safe and good option for you. She will carefully screen you by evaluating your past medical history, any current medications you take, your vital signs, and your body mass index (BMI).
If you are a good candidate for this plan, you will be scheduled for monthly follow-up appointments so we can continue to properly monitor your treatment and refill your Semaglutide prescription.
You are NOT a good candidate for semaglutide if you have any of the following: diabetic retinopathy, low blood sugar, decreased kidney function, pancreatitis, medullary thyroid cancer (or a family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma), or multiple endocrine neoplasia type 2.
Urinary Incontinence
Urinary incontinence is the loss of bladder control or leaking urine.
The two most common types of urinary incontinence that affect women are stress incontinence and urge incontinence also called overactive bladder. Incontinence affects twice as many women as men. This may be because pregnancy, childbirth, and menopause may make urinary incontinence more likely. Urinary incontinence is not a normal part of aging, and it can be treated.
Urine is made by the kidneys and stored in the bladder. The bladder has muscles that tighten when you need to urinate. When the bladder muscles tighten, urine is forced out of your bladder through a tube called the urethra. At the same time, the sphincter muscles around the urethra relax to let the urine out of your body.
Incontinence can happen when the bladder muscles suddenly tighten and the sphincter muscles are not strong enough to pinch the urethra shut. This causes a sudden, strong urge to urinate that you may not be able to control. Pressure caused by laughing, sneezing or exercising can cause you to leak urine.
Urinary incontinence may also happen if there is a problem with the nerves that control the bladder muscles and urethra. Urinary incontinence can mean you leak a small amount of urine or release a lot of urine all at once.
Urinary incontinence affects twice as many women as men. This is because reproductive health events unique to women, like pregnancy, childbirth, and menopause, affect the bladder, urethra, and other muscles that support these organs.
Urinary incontinence can happen to women at any age, but it is more common in older women. This is probably because of hormonal changes during menopause. More than 4 in 10 women 65 and older have urinary incontinence.
Women have unique health events, such as pregnancy, childbirth, and menopause, that may affect the urinary tract and the surrounding muscles. The pelvic floor muscles that support the bladder, urethra, uterus (womb), and bowels may become weaker or damaged. When the muscles that support the urinary tract are weak, the muscles in the urinary tract must work harder to hold urine until you are ready to urinate. This extra stress or pressure on the bladder and urethra can cause urinary incontinence or leakage.
Also, the female urethra is shorter than the male urethra. Any weakness or damage to the urethra in a woman is more likely to cause urinary incontinence. This is because there is less muscle keeping the urine in until you are ready to urinate.
The two most common types of urinary incontinence in women are:
Many women with urinary incontinence have both stress and urge incontinence. This is called "mixed" incontinence.
Urinary incontinence is not a disease by itself. Urinary incontinence is a symptom of another health problem, usually weak pelvic floor muscles. In addition to urinary incontinence, some women have other urinary symptoms:
The Slim Shot
The Slim Shot (skinny shot) is the first step and foundation to natural weight loss and increased energy. The Sim Shot is a special formula of liver-supporting nutrients that can help with energy, fat metabolism, and hormone balance, which are all key liver functions.
It is a perfect augmentation for a patient seeking fat-burning/energy on a weight-loss program.
Most patients get 1-2 per week for the first few weeks to help re-establish normal hormone levels and help fight high stress.
Often people feel increased energy immediately after the shot; sometimes, they feel better over time. It is a stress fighter and supports key functions of the liver that sometimes require large amounts of nutrients that can be severely depleted after years of stress and diet faults.
It is filled with a liquid version of liver-specific nutrients, amino acids, and vitamins, including B-1, B-6, B12, supercharged hydroxocobalamin, adenosine monophosphate (AMP), methionine, choline, and inositol. These "fat-burning" lipotropic agents are substances that facilitate the breakdown and metabolism of fats.
Yes, they are natural ingredients of the highest quality and are made by a pharmacy.
We believe Slim Shots can help make any weight loss program more effective. We feel that liver nutrient support is a key missing component to most weight loss programs. Is there an oral form? No. Slim Shots are in an injectable form to reduce the loss of potency in the digestive process.
Slim shots / skinny shots cost $40.00 per injection
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Women's Healthcare "Women Caring for Women"
At BioEnve, we perform a variety of routine, complex and hormonal lab evaluations in the office. The exact labs drawn depend upon what labs a patient has already had done recently as well as his/her symptoms and medical conditions. Most of the labs are interpreted with those symptoms in mind, so the lab's "normal range" is often not considered "optimal." We urge our patients to schedule a follow-up appointment to discuss lab results and to work with the provider to formulate a plan of care. This plan often will involve patient participation with dietary and lifestyle changes as well as possible recommendations of vitamins and/or supplements. In our experience, motivated patients who follow the plan of care, including the dietary recommendations as well as any prescription or over-the-counter medications, have significantly better results than those patients who do not. Dr. Stefanie McCain, Stacy Hammond, FNP, and the staff at BioEnve are dedicated to providing personalized women's healthcare for all ages in a professional manner. Conveniently located at 1038 Early Blvd., Early, TX 76802, we offer complete comprehensive care.
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