At the Draelos Metabolic Center, our specialized, patient-focused care is also ideal for those with needs in other aspects of general endocrinology, including:
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We perform thyroid ultrasounds, carotid ultrasounds, and Doppler and/or ultrasound evaluations for peripheral arterial disease; we feature a state-of-the-art retinal imaging instrument, with results read immediately by an ophthalmologist; and we have an in-office laboratory.
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Midlife changes impact weight and diabetes
For some women the midlife change of life can bring challenges that go beyond hot flashes and night sweats. Many women, even those who have never battled weight before, suddenly find their midsection expanding as they approach menopause.
 This abdominal weight gain is not only a frustration when looking in the mirror, it also brings with it serious health risks. Women who already live with chronic conditions such as diabetes are likely to notice new challenges in control as well. Fortunately, there’s a lot you can do.
Weight Gain
Women experiencing menopause typically gain about a pound per year. In fact, the most profound weight gain in a woman’s life happens during perimenopause – the years leading up to menopause.
The hormonal changes of menopause mean you are more likely to gain weight around your abdomen, rather than your hips and thighs. Visceral fat, the kind that is deep in the abdomen, is particularly dangerous and significantly increases your risk of high blood pressure, high cholesterol , type 2 diabetes, heart disease and stroke.
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 Testopel® is the only FDA approved long-acting testosterone pellet. The pellets, about the size of a grain of rice, are placed under the skin during a simple office procedure every four to six months.
The majority of patients who try Testopel® are so satisfied that they want to continue to use it rather than going back to their old treatments.
PLUS --- Most commercial insurance plans cover Testopel®.
If you are looking for an alternative to your current testosterone replacement therapy, set up an appointment today at Draelos Metabolic Center to see if Testopel® is right for you – (405) 330-2362.
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We hear a lot about changing hormone levels in women, but men can have problems related to hormones too.
Testosterone levels decline gradually after a man reaches about the age of 40. And low testosterone can affect a man’s health in a number of ways.
Now, thanks to Testopel® testosterone therapy, there is a new way to help tame the symptoms of low testosterone. Those symptoms can include:
- low sex drive
- erectile dysfunction
- mood problems
- sleep disturbances
- and fatigue
Some men may have symptoms without recognizing them, but the good news is that men with symptoms of low testosterone usually benefit from treatment.
At Draelos Metabolic Center, we specialize in evaluating and treating these symptoms. Our treatment goal is to raise a man’s blood testosterone level only into the normal range. This is generally sufficient to alleviate the related symptoms.
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Pituitary disease includes any disease that alters the pituitary gland and results in decreased secretion of one or more pituitary hormones. Hyperpituitarism, acromegaly, galactorrhea, and hypopituitarism are some of the most common pituitary diseases.
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Low testosterone can be a cause of fatigue in men. Testosterone levels decline gradually and slowly after about the age of 40, but low testosterone can affect a man’s health in a number of ways. The symptoms of low testosterone include low sex drive, erectile dysfunction, mood problems, sleep disturbances and fatigue. Some men may have symptoms without recognizing them. Men with symptoms of low testosterone will usually benefit from treatment. Testosterone replacement therapy can be achieved using a daily skin gel, patches worn on the skin, orally disintegrating tablets or injections. Our goal is to raise blood testosterone level only into the normal range. This will generally alleviate the related symptoms. |
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