Low Testosterone FAQs

Low testosterone in the male body is the result of a disorder called Hypogonadism. Testosterone affects bone mass, fat distribution, and muscle development. In addition, testosterone maintains energy levels, fertility, and sex drive. Read more

Testosterone deficiency can have several effects on the body, including:

• Decreased sexual function
• Loss of bone density
• Loss of muscle mass
• Increase in fat mass
• Reduced muscle strength
• Memory loss
• Mood changes and depression

Here are some of the most common potential benefits of testosterone replacement that we see in the men that we treat at Ageless Men’s Health.

• Improve muscle mass and strength
• Increase bone mineral density
• Thicken body hair and skin
• Improve sexual desire
• Boost energy
• Decrease irritability and depression
• Improve cognitive function

Schedule an initial consultation and a medical evaluation. Or find an Ageless Men’s Health Clinic location near you.

Due to a number of societal changes impacting diet exercise and other lifestyle and environmental factors, more men today have low testosterone levels than previous generations. However, not all men have a testosterone deficiency, or need to undergo replacement therapy.

Once on therapy most men will benefit from testosterone replacement, but there are a few side effects.

You have been feeling more fatigued lately, but you have been chalking it up to long days at the office or a busy family life. The changes that have come over you have been gradual, but you are noticing that your energy levels seem to be dropping and you are starting to put on a little weight.

These can be indicators that your testosterone levels are low. There are other indicators that your testosterone levels are low as well such as a loss of bone density, decreased muscle mass, decreased sexual drive, memory loss, and mood changes and/or depression.

If you are experiencing these symptoms, you should go to your doctor to get a blood test to help determine if the symptoms you are experiencing are a result of low testosterone, or if they are a cause of some other type of medical condition.

There is no age limit for testosterone therapy. Testosterone therapy has produced some benefits in older men. As with any medical procedure, you will need to have your levels checked to confirm whether you are a good candidate for testosterone replacement.

We accept most PPO insurances. Contact us and we’ll verify your benefits prior to your first appointment.

We offer a very affordable self-pay rate, which includes your office visits, exams, laboratory tests and up to 4 injections per month.

In the gluteal muscle on alternating sides with each injection.

We schedule injections every 7 days.

A simple blood test drawn in our office will reveal your levels. Results are given usually within 24 hours.

No. We are supplementing what your body is not producing in sufficient quantity.

TRT may continue indefinitely.

As you consider whether or not testosterone therapy is right for you, there are side effects of testosterone replacement that you need to take into account.

For example, if you already struggle with sleep apnea, testosterone replacement therapy could potentially make your sleep apnea worse.

Another side effect could be decreased testicular size, and, in some cases, a decrease in sperm count. Fluid retention, liver toxicity, enlarged breast size, increased red blood cells, and acne are also potential side effects of testosterone replacement therapy. If you start to experience any negative side effects, report them to your local clinic immediately.

You’re lying in bed. Your face feels flushed, and beads of sweat are popping out across your forehead. You kick of the blankets thinking that will help, but it does not. You think to yourself, “This can’t be a hot flash; hot flashes only happen to women, right?” Wrong.

Men who have low testosterone levels can also experience hot flashes. In fact, hot flashes are one of the most common symptoms of andropause. In some cases, testosterone replacement therapy can help with controlling these hot flashes.

While most women don’t care about the size of a man’s penis, this can be a touchy issue with men. The good news is that low testosterone in older males does not necessarily affect penis size. As a young man goes through puberty, his testosterone levels at that time will affect the size of his penis.

Low testosterone levels in older males will usually cause other sexually-related side-effects such as sexual performance, decreased libido or an inability to maintain an erection. These side effects can be treated with testosterone therapy.

Erectile dysfunction (ED) is caused by many factors, including low testosterone.

Many studies have shown that testosterone replacement therapy will actually help with ED if the cause is low testosterone. Additionally, if your testosterone is low and you are already on medication for erectile dysfunction, testosterone therapy may increase the affects of your ED medication.

After you fill out a few forms (or bring these downloadable forms in), you will be seen by a clinician who will review your medical history, perform a brief physical exam and draw blood for a Total Testosterone level and PSA (Prostate Specific Antigen).

Either during your visit or within 24 hours.