HRT for Men

The truth about hormone replacement for men

Menopause in females is a widely discussed, well-studied phenomenon, yet its equivalent in males – andropause – is virtually ignored. They are very similar experiences. Both typically occur from age 40 on and are caused by having low T or low testosterone. Both can be accompanied by fatigue, depression, irritability, aches, and pains, and many other issues.

Typically, when hormones in men are discussed, it is usually about the abuse among athletes, which has given rise to the perception that all testosterone is dangerous. Add to that the unfounded fear that testosterone causes prostate cancer, and the misunderstanding escalates.

Desert Health Endocrinology will help you tackle low testosterone in a natural, healthy way.

Don’t let misinformation turn you away as you work through andropause or other issues related to low testosterone.

Bioidentical testosterone therapy is safe when done correctly

Testosterone replacement therapy [TRT], done with bioidentical testosterone in physiologic doses, is not only safe but also protective. Testosterone has been shown to prevent osteoporosis, protect against cardiovascular disease, increase energy, fight impotence, and improve mood. A recently published study showed that men with higher testosterone levels live longer.

TRT and its many benefits

Multiple medical studies have proven that testosterone does not cause prostate cancer. Interestingly, men typically get prostate cancer when they are older and their testosterone levels are naturally at their lowest. In fact, low testosterone levels are associated with more aggressive cancerous tumors.

Men who receive testosterone replacement therapy typically report they feel sexier, stronger, and healthier. Testosterone therapy can slow down the physical decline that robs men of their energy, strength, and libido by restoring muscle tone, improving stamina, mood, and one’s overall sense of well-being.

What are bioidentical hormones?

There is a fundamental difference between synthetic and bioidentical hormones. Synthetic hormones carry a health risk, and your body does not recognize them in the same way natural hormones are and often cause unpleasant side effects. We only ever offer bioidentical hormone replacement, hormones that are structurally and chemically exactly the same as those naturally produced in your body. Health benefits include:

  • Improved libido and sexual satisfaction

  • Reduced bad cholesterol (LDL)

  • Increased metabolism

  • Improved cardiovascular function

  • Increased lean muscle mass and strength

  • Decreased body fat (dangerous visceral fat)

  • Increased confidence, positivity, memory, and brain function

  • Reduced feelings of depression

  • Increased energy levels

  • Improved sleep

  • More equipped to deal with stress

  • Reduced risk of type 2 diabetes and relief from insulin resistance

What are the side effects of BHRT?

It would make no sense for our bodies to produce hormones such as testosterone and estrogen if they were harmful to us. Our bodies produce them because we need them. If testosterone were so damaging, doctors would recommend men be castrated unless they want children to protect them from harm. As we all know, this does not happen.

If you consider reduced risk of diabetes, improved cardio health, the sex drive of a twenty-year-old, and a happy wife side effects, then yes, you should expect some side effects.