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Testosterone Therapy Q&A

What are some benefits of testosterone replacement therapy?

Testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) can improve physical, mental, and emotional health. TRT offers numerous benefits, such as:

  • An increase in strength
  • Less pain in joints and body
  • Less fatigue, tiredness, and lethargy
  • Better sleep and fewer sleep disturbances
  • Improved stamina, vigor, and vitality
  • More acute vision
  • Stronger bone mineral density
  • Decreased risk for osteoporosis
  • Reduced risk for heart disease
  • Lower LDL cholesterol
  • Strengthened immune system
  • Better skin health and complexion
  • Improved skin elasticity
  • Thicker hair growth
  • Less balding
  • Faster growing and stronger nails
  • Lean muscle mass gain
  • Weight loss
  • Faster recovery from physical activity

 

Sexual health benefits include:

  • Stronger libido and sexual drive
  • Reduction in erectile dysfunction
  • Longer lasting erections
  • More powerful orgasms

While this list is extensive, men, in particular, may experience other benefits of testosterone replacement therapy that are not previously mentioned.

 

Who is a good candidate for testosterone replacement therapy?

Ideal candidates for testosterone replacement therapy have low levels of testosterone in their blood and symptoms of low T. This therapy is not recommended for patients with prostate or breast cancer, heart failure, or severe lower urinary tract symptoms.

Low testosterone, or Low T, is a condition characterized by lower-than-normal levels of testosterone, also known as testosterone deficiency syndrome (TD). 

Proper levels are fundamental for the normal sexual development of males, as well as for sexual functions. Levels are considered lower than usual when the body has less than 300 (ng/dl).

 

What are some symptoms of low T?

Signs and symptoms of low T can vary from person to person and depend on various unique factors. A patient may benefit from testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) if they are experiencing any of the following:

  • Fatigue
  • Loss of muscle mass
  • Reduction of libido
  • Low volume of semen
  • Erectile dysfunction (ED)
  • Mental fogginess
  • Irritability
  • Stress
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Reduced ability to concentrate
  • Feelings of disorientation
  • Emotional instability

Due to there being many other possible causes for undesirable effects, including congenital conditions (present since birth), diseases like diabetes, injury to testicles, and substance use disorder, it’s essential to receive a hormone test from a testosterone replacement therapy specialist to determine if low T is the actual cause.

 

If you are experiencing signs and symptoms of low T, reach out to Rebuil-T Healthcare. Call the office to speak with the friendly staff and schedule a visit. Or request an appointment online today.