WHAT TO EXPECT AFTER
PELLET INSERTION FOR WOMEN
The first four weeks following pellet insertion your body will be adjusting to new hormone
levels. Because of this transition you may or may not experience some of the following
changes. As your hormone levels adjust these symptoms should minimize and ultimately
disappear.
1. MOOD SWINGS/IRRITABILITY – This is especially true if you were deficient in hormones prior to therapy. Your body will adjust once your hormone levels are stable.
2. SWELLING (usually hands and feet) – Sometimes swelling can occur following pellet
insertion. This is usually in hot and/or humid weather and can be alleviated in most
cases by increasing water intake.
3. HAIR GROWTH/LOSS – This is usually related to Testosterone levels. Testosterone
can stimulate hair growth and can sometimes be seen on the chin, chest, nipples, and/or
lower abdomen. Females that convert testosterone may experience hair loss, although
this is rare. Adjustments in dosage can eliminate this problem.
4. FLUID RETENTION – Testosterone stimulates muscle growth and water retention which
can cause weight gain. This is usually temporary.
5. UTERINE SPOTTING/BLEEDING – This is usually related to progesterone levels and
may occur in the first few months after an insertion. Correct dosing should eliminate this
problem.
6. FACIAL BREAKOUT – If testosterone levels were significantly deficient, the changes in
levels can sometimes cause pimples. This is usually temporary and can be taken care
of with a good cleansing protocol.