What Is Testosterone?

First, let’s talk about testosterone. It’s the hormone that gives you your masculine characteristics, regulates your sex drive, influences your mood, and much more. A lack of testosterone (known as “low T”) can lead to a variety of physical symptoms and mental changes.

Low T Symptoms:

• Decrease in sex drive (libido)
• Feelings of sadness or grumpiness
• Less frequent or weaker erections
• Lack of energy, strength or endurance
• Decline in ability to play sports
• Tiredness
• Lack of focus and mental clarity

What Causes Low T?

You produce less testosterone as you get older — about 1% less a year after age 30. Other lifestyle factors, like obesity, stress, and chronic illness can all contribute to low T. If lifestyle changes aren’t helping your symptoms, then Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT) might be right for you.

Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT) For Low T

To diagnose low T, you’ll first meet with one of our licensed physicians. When you arrive for your appointment, he’ll perform a physical exam and test your testosterone levels. The lab test takes just a few minutes, and you’ll know your results before leaving! If you have low T levels, your physician will discuss your treatment options. Typically, treatment for low T involves testosterone injections, which can be done during quick follow-up visits or in the convenience of your own home. Start restoring your testosterone levels and feeling your best today.

• Private consultation
• Same-day test results
• Individualized treatment plans
• Quick follow-up appointments

The Benefits Of Testosterone Injections

• Most effective method of Testosterone Replacement Therapy
• Infrequent injections needed (typically bi-weekly)
• You can give yourself the shots at home
• Relatively inexpensive

Other TRT Treatments And How They Compare

Did you know? Testosterone gels don’t always absorb into your skin, and patches can have irritating side effects. Read below to see why other TRT treatments are less effective and less appealing than our clinic’s testosterone shots.

Gels (AndroGel, Axiron, Testim)

• Possible irritation to skin or eyes
• Gel can rub off on partner or children through skin contact
• Ineffective skin absorption in many patients
• Higher cost

Patch (Androderm)

• Possible skin irritation
• Ineffective skin absorption in many patients
• Higher cost

Intranasal (Natesto)

• Must be taken 3 times a day
• Higher cost

Pellets (implanted regularly under the skin)

• Requires surgery every 3-4 months
• Testosterone levels fluctuate greatly
• Scarring