Testosterone is an essential hormone that plays a crucial role in men's health and wellbeing. As men age, testosterone levels naturally decline, leading to a condition known as hypogonadism or Low T. Low T is typically characterized by levels of testosterone below 300 ng/dL.
Common signs and symptoms of Low T include:
If left untreated, Low T can significantly impair quality of life and have serious health implications. The good news is that low testosterone is treatable through testosterone replacement therapy (TRT).
TRT involves restoring testosterone levels to the normal healthy range through gels, injections, patches or other delivery methods. When appropriately administered under medical supervision, TRT offers a wide range of benefits:
In summary, testosterone replacement therapy can transform vitality, function and quality of life for men with low testosterone levels.
The first step is having testosterone levels tested through a simple blood test.
The Endocrine Society's guidelines define low testosterone in adult men generally as total testosterone below 300 ng/dL. In some men, levels above 300 ng/dL may still be considered deficient based on symptoms and other hormone levels.
It's important to test more than just total testosterone, looking also at free testosterone and Sex Hormone Binding Globulin (SHBG). Free testosterone represents the bioavailable levels able to produce effects in tissues. SHBG binds testosterone, influencing the balance of free versus total testosterone.
Testing should be done first thing in the morning when testosterone levels peak. If total testosterone is near or below 300 ng/dL, repeat testing is recommended to confirm the result was not a one-off.
As an experienced hormone therapy clinic, Balance Hormone Clinic also considers symptoms alongside test results to provide optimal and personalized treatment plans.
We offer comprehensive lab testing and analysis of pituitary, metabolic and sex hormones to accurately diagnose low testosterone and other hormone imbalances in men and women.
The first step in TRT is choosing an appropriate testosterone formulation, such as:
The formulation is tailored based on patient factors like symptoms, lifestyle, age and treatment goals.
After choosing a formulation, the starting dosage is determined and administered. Follow up blood tests assess treatment effectiveness and guide dosage adjustments to reach optimal testosterone levels.
Most men feel noticeable improvements in energy, sex drive and other Low T symptoms within weeks after commencing TRT. That said, the full benefits take 4-6 months as testosterone facilitates gradual beneficial changes throughout the body and brain.
While testosterone therapy is often assumed to increase aggression, research shows it actually tends to have an anti-aggressive effect, reducing irritability and promoting more positive moods in men with abnormally low testosterone levels. This calming impact contradicts stereotypes about the effects of higher testosterone.
Testosterone replacement therapy works best alongside healthy lifestyle choices that support normal hormone function:
Exercise and movement
Stress management and restorative sleep
Healthy eating
Supportive environments and relationships
Implementing such positive lifestyle factors maximizes patients' health gains on testosterone therapy. Our clinic provides holistic education and support for optimal vitality.
As a specialized hormone therapy clinic serving North Brunswick for over 7 years, Balance Hormone Clinic offers trusted expertise in TRT and regenerative therapies.
Our clinic is led by a board certified Nurse Practitioner with advanced functional nutrition training and over 15 years' experience in hormone balancing and anti-aging therapies.
We partner with a laboratory director and referring physicians to provide integrated care.
Balance Hormone Clinic commits to in-depth diagnostic testing, careful dose titration and ongoing monitoring to provide personalized, safe and effective testosterone therapy aimed at optimizing wellbeing long-term.
We build close patient-practitioner relationships to address all aspects of health. Nutrition plans, lifestyle coaching and stress reduction techniques complement individually-tailored hormone treatments.
Convenient online and in-person consultations accommodate North Brunswick locals' needs. We guide patients seamlessly through insurance processes where applicable while offering competitive self-pay options.
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