Testosterone Replacement Therapy

Anabolic steroids usage. Male hand with syringe and testosterone formula.

Testosterone is a crucial hormone in the body that plays a significant role in the development of muscle mass, maintenance of bone density, regulation of mood, and support of sexual health. It is essential for maintaining energy levels, cognitive function, and overall vitality.

As men age, testosterone levels naturally decline, typically starting in their late 20s and continuing to decrease at an average rate of about 1% to 2% per year.

This gradual decline can lead to symptoms such as reduced muscle strength, lower energy levels, diminished libido, mood fluctuations, and decreased bone density.

Understanding this rate of decline and its impacts is important for effective management and treatment options.

Role of testosterone in the body:

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Vital to sperm production

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Reduces body fat, particularly in the midsection and chest

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Increased lean muscle mass

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Improves strength

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Possibly improves cardiovascular health, but studies are ongoing

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Improves mood, increases energy and sense of vitality

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Prevents hair loss

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Maintains/improves bone mass

Symptoms of low testosterone levels may include:

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Irritability or unexplained negative mood

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Loss of motivation

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Anxiety or increased pessimism

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Increased fatigue, low energy or diminished sense of well-being

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Difﬁculty concentrating, lack of focus, forgetfulness and loss of memory

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Feeling that you have lost your edge or passed your peak

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Insomnia or poor sleep

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Joint pain

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Lacking desire (low libido) or pleasure in sex

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Decreased ability to perform sexually

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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 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

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.