Testosterone therapy, also known as testosterone replacement therapy (TRT), is a treatment used to help increase low testosterone levels in men. As men age, their bodies naturally produce less testosterone, which can lead to symptoms like low sex drive, erectile dysfunction, decreased muscle mass and bone density, and increased body fat and mood changes.
Testosterone therapy works by replacing the testosterone that the body no longer makes enough of its own. It comes in different forms like skin patches, gels, implants, injections, and pellets that dissolve slowly under the skin. Doctors may prescribe testosterone therapy if blood tests show low testosterone (hypogonadism) and if symptoms negatively impact quality of life.
The best candidates for testosterone replacement are men over 30 whose blood tests indicate low testosterone. Only men with symptoms of low testosterone and blood levels below 300 ng/dL are usually considered for treatment. New Beginnings HRT Clinic provides comprehensive blood testing and only prescribes therapy when clearly clinically indicated.
Some potential benefits of testosterone therapy include:
Like any treatment, testosterone therapy side effects are possible even when properly administered under a doctor's care. Some potential risks include:
That's why ongoing medical monitoring is so important throughout treatment. The physicians at New Beginnings HRT Clinic carefully evaluate each patient, order needed lab testing, discuss all the pros/cons, and closely supervise therapy.
The goal is balancing clinically low testosterone levels to alleviate troublesome symptoms and improve quality of life without going overboard. When administered judiciously and monitored appropriately under a doctor’s care, testosterone therapy can greatly benefit many men struggling with age-related testosterone decline.
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