Male Hormone Replacement Therapy

The male menopause

Gentleman, hormone balance is not just a problem among woman, which means hormone therapy can help you. Men who pursue hormone replacement therapy to treat hormonal imbalance may experience significant benefits, including more energy, increased muscle mass and strength, weight loss and improved sexual function.

Symptoms of Male Menopause (hormone imbalance

  • Muscle Loss
  • Weight Gain
  • Fatigue
  • Sleep Problems
  • Gynecomastia
  • Hot Flashes 
  • Night Sweats
  • Lower Sex Drive
  • Irritability
  • Depression
  • Hair Loss
  • Erectile Dysfunction
  • Urinary Problems
  • Memory Loss

Testosterone is a vital hormone in the male body. It is responsible for the development of behavioral traits, muscle mass, body hair growth, metabolism, and heart health. Testosterone levels rise to a peak during puberty and then level off. So, what happens once an essential hormone in controlling bodily functions starts to go missing?  After a few years, testosterone levels begin to decrease, putting many into the dangers of low testosterone levels.

Roughly, 39% of men over the age 45 have low testosterone, and testosterone levels continue to drop for all men as they grow older. Unfortunately, most men do not know the signs or symptoms of low testosterone or how to recognize it, nor what the risks are of having it.

 

Men who are experiencing one or more of these symptoms should consider advanced laboratory testing to assess their hormone levels. Many men dismiss the symptoms as side effects of stress, but in the majority of cases it is low testosterone. Low testosterone can affect a man’s quality of life and be a danger to his health. Seeking treatment is the best first step to begin to feeling better and improving overall health. Plus, studies have found that adequate testosterone levels are linked to reduce risk of certain diseases. 

Call us today at 717-665-4963 to schedule an appointment with Dr. Hurtubise.