Role of Testosterone in the body:
Regulates sex drive (libido)
Reduces body fat particularly in the midsection and chest
Increased lean muscle mass
Improves strength
Possibly improves cardiovascular health, but studies are ongoing
Improves mood, increases energy and sense of vitality
Prevents hair loss
Maintains/improves bone mass
Vital to sperm production
Symptoms of low Testosterone levels may include:
Irritability or unexplained negative mood
Loss of motivation
Anxiety or increased pessimism
Increased fatigue, low energy or diminished sense of well-being
Difficulty concentrating, lack of focus, forgetfulness and loss of memory
Feeling that you have lost your edge or passed your peak
Insomnia or poor sleep
Joint pain
Decreased ability to perform sexually
Erections that are less strong
None of these signs or symptoms are specific to testosterone deficiency and many are hard to differentiate from normal aging. Our role is to evaluate any signs or symptoms of low testosterone, and then to see how they correlate with your hormone levels.
Treatment
Testosterone may be administered, when clinically appropriate, through 1 of 2 methods, depending on the patient’s needs: intramuscular injections or transdermal applications.
Intramuscular injections
Testosterone Cypionate is given by injection once every 7 to 14 days. Dosing is dependent on your age, testing results and symptoms. The testosterone injections we prescribe are only manufactured by FDA-Approved manufacturers. Testosterone injections are given in our clinics or you can self-inject at home.
Transdermal Application
Testosterone is applied to the skin using a gel or cream on a daily basis. The concentration of testosterone in the blood goes up within a few doses.
Pricing
Your initial Total Testosterone blood test and consultation is free. If your initial test and consultation show that you are a candidate for our Low Testosterone therapy we will have you complete an extensive testing panel and an in-depth consultation about your course of treatment. The cost of this visit is included in our monthly cost.
We require patients to pay for their treatment at the time of service. We accept major credit cards, debit cards, or cash. We also accept Care Credit, which offers NO INTEREST payment plans to those who qualify.
We do not accept insurance at this time. However, upon request, we will provide you with a form that gives you the proper codes to submit to your insurance company. Any insurance reimbursement will go directly to you.
For pricing, please call us at 410-305-4363 for more information.