Testosterone is an essential hormone for men's health and wellbeing. As men age, their testosterone levels often decline, leading to signs and symptoms of low testosterone or hypogonadism. At Balanced Hormone Clinic, we specialize in testosterone treatments to help men restore healthy hormone levels.
There are several potential causes of low testosterone in men:
The signs and symptoms of low testosterone can vary but often include:
If you are experiencing several of these symptoms, we recommend getting a testosterone test to determine if treatment may help.
Testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) involves restoring testosterone levels in men through gels, injections, patches, or pellets. When properly administered, TRT offers a variety of benefits:
Many men report feeling more energetic, motivated, and positive after starting TRT. Testosterone plays a key role in regulating energy, focus, and sense of wellbeing.
Testosterone is essential for building lean muscle mass and strength. It also helps maintain bone mineral density. TRT can reverse loss of muscle and strength associated with low testosterone.
Along with increased muscle mass from TRT comes an easier ability to lose excess fat, especially around the waist and midsection. This leads to a trimmer, fitter physique.
For many men, the improvement in libido and erectile function with TRT can be life-changing. Testosterone is critical for arousal, performance, and satisfaction.
With optimized testosterone levels, many men report improved verbal fluency, visual-spatial skills, and ability to focus and multitask. TRT enhances cognition.
In summary, the wide-ranging benefits of testosterone replacement make it an extremely effective treatment option for men with low testosterone.
At Balanced Hormone Clinic, we provide customized testosterone therapy based on your unique needs and preferences. We offer several proven and effective options for TRT:
Testosterone injections, given weekly or biweekly, bypass the digestive system to directly supply testosterone into the bloodstream. This allows precise dosing and consistent testosterone levels. Injections are highly effective but do require regular injections.
Topical gels containing testosterone are applied daily to the arms, shoulders or abdomen. The testosterone absorbs through the skin into the bloodstream. Gels are convenient though dosage can vary based on absorption.
Testosterone pellets are small implants inserted under the skin that steadily release testosterone over 4-6 months. Pellets require only twice-yearly minor procedures for replacement. Pellets result in stable long-term testosterone levels.
For some men, hCG may be used along with testosterone therapy. hCG mimics luteinizing hormone to stimulate natural testosterone production in the testes. This helps maintain fertility and testicular function.
The oral medication Clomid works by stimulating the pituitary gland to produce more luteinizing hormone and follicle stimulating hormone. This leads to increased natural testosterone production. Clomid may help those wishing to avoid exogenous testosterone.
Our doctors will work with you to choose the ideal form of treatment based on your lifestyle, preferences, budget, and health goals.
Beginning testosterone therapy with Balanced Hormone Clinic follows a clear protocol designed for optimal treatment success:
Your first visit will be an extended medical evaluation including a history, physical exam including testicular exam, symptom assessment, and discussion of treatment options.
We will perform baseline bloodwork to measure total and free testosterone, estrogen, red blood cell count, liver enzymes, lipids, and other pertinent hormone and health markers. Definitive diagnosis requires blood testing.
During a follow up visit, your physician will review lab results, make a diagnosis, recommend treatment options with pros/cons, provide education, and initiate TRT if appropriate. We customize effective treatment plans tailored to your needs.
We monitor your response to therapy via follow-up bloodwork and symptom reviews. We adjust dosing as needed to reach optimal testosterone levels and symptom relief. Most men feel an initial positive response in 4-6 weeks with maximal benefits in 4-6 months.
With our evidence-based protocols and attentive medical management, over 85% of men treated at Balanced Hormone Clinic achieve substantial improvements in testosterone deficiency symptoms.
Testosterone therapy has been shown to improve cognitive function in some men with low testosterone levels. A 2019 study found that testosterone treatment improved verbal learning and memory in older men with age-related decline in testosterone. Though more research is needed, this suggests testosterone therapy could have brain benefits beyond just improving mood and energy in some cases.
It is critical to properly diagnose and effectively treat testosterone deficiency in a timely manner before serious consequences emerge. Complications of untreated low testosterone can include:
In the early stages, low testosterone may subtly undermine quality of life. But over months to years, unchecked testosterone deficiency can sharply amplify aging-related diseases.
Don't write off low energy and sexual dysfunction as an inevitable result of normal aging! Identifying and rectifying declining testosterone promptly is key to sustaining lifelong health.
Men from all over Eden choose Balanced Hormone Clinic due to our dedication to outstanding care, treatment expertise, and hospitality:
Our clinic focuses exclusively on sexual health, hormones, and vitality. We have performed over 20,000 patient visits for low testosterone and manage over 3,000 men on TRT - making us the top clinic in Eden. Our extensive experience translates to better outcomes.
Our physicians completed fellowship training focused on sexual dysfunction, hormones, and aging. We stay up to date on the latest medical research to provide scientifically-backed, innovative treatments. Patients benefit from our advanced expertise.
While we offer state-of-the-art hormone therapies, we also promote lifestyle, diet, exercise and stress reduction programs clinically-proven to amplify treatment effects. We help men achieve their best vitality.
We strive to make every patient feel welcomed, comfortable, and informed. Our beautiful clinic with relaxation room, free parking, and hot towel service provides an upscale experience focused on your goals.
From diagnosis to ongoing monitoring, Balanced Hormone Clinic partners with patients for care centered around their specific needs. Contact us today to explore whether TRT is right for you.
