Verbatim response from Claude
BHRT Delivery Methods: Comparison & Providers
Pellets
Best for: Consistency, convenience (inserted every 3-6 months)
- Pros: Steady hormone levels, no daily maintenance
- Cons: Minor procedure, can't adjust dose easily once inserted, higher upfront cost
- Providers: BioTE (largest network), Evexipel, SottoPelle
Creams/Gels
Best for: Flexibility and dose adjustability
- Pros: Easy to adjust, absorbed quickly, customizable
- Cons: Daily application, potential transfer to partners/children
- Providers: Winona, Midi Health, custom compounding pharmacies like Belmar Pharmacy or Pavilion Compounding
Patches
Best for: Convenience with adjustability
- Pros: Change weekly/twice weekly, consistent delivery, FDA-approved options available
- Cons: Skin irritation, can fall off
- Providers: Wisp, Alloy Women's Health, most gynecologists/endocrinologists
My Practical Recommendations
| Need | Choose |
|---|---|
| Hate daily routines | Pellets via BioTE |
| Want easy dose changes | Cream via Winona or Midi |
| Balance of both | Patch via Alloy |
Important: Work with a hormone specialist rather than primary care for best results. Telehealth options like Midi Health (women-focused) or BodyLogicMD make access easier.
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