Optimizing Testosterone
for Health & Fitness
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Optimizing Testosterone
for Health & Fitness
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ANDROPAUSE
It is now well accepted that serum testosterone (T) levels decline progressively with aging in men. The decline in T levels is a consequence both of aging per se and age-associated illnesses and medications that are used to treat them. From a practical clinical standpoint, it is most appropriate to define “ANDROPAUSE” as an age-related decline in serum T levels in older men to below the normal range in young men that is associated with a clinical syndrome (i.e., symptoms and signs) consistent with androgen deficiency.
ANDROPAUSE
It is now well accepted that serum testosterone (T) levels decline progressively with aging in men. The decline in T levels is a consequence both of aging per se and age-associated illnesses and medications that are used to treat them. From a practical clinical standpoint, it is most appropriate to define “ANDROPAUSE” as an age-related decline in serum T levels in older men to below the normal range in young men that is associated with a clinical syndrome (i.e., symptoms and signs) consistent with androgen deficiency.
SYMPTOMS OF ANDROPAUSE
In middle-aged or older men experiencing age-related decrease in testosterone, low T can cause vague symptoms including low energy, decreased muscle strength, and physical function, reduced sexual function, depressed mood, and decreased cognitive function. Not all men with age-related low testosterone have, or are bothered by symptoms, in addition the level at which symptoms occur varies from man to man. Symptoms of ANDROPAUSE can be PHYSICAL, PSYCHOLOGICAL and SEXUAL.
Physical
- Fatigue/Loss of Energy
- Decreased Lean Muscle Mass
- Increased Visceral Body Fat
- Obesity
- Decreased Strength
- Reduced Endurance
- Diminished Physical Performance
- Gynecomastia
- Loss of Facial, Axillary, Pubic or Body Hair
- Reduced Beard Growth
- Anemia
- Low Bone Density
- Decline in General Feeling of Well Being
Psychological
- Depressed Mood
- Reduced Motivation
- Mood Changes
- Irritability
- Inability to Concentrate
- Cognitive Dysfunction
- Poor Memory
- Insomnia/Sleep Disturbance
Sexual
- Decreased Libido/Sex Drive
- Erectile Dysfunction
- Decreased Morning Erections
- Decreased Performance
Convenient Monthly Membership
In most cases Medical Insurance will cover the consultations and may cover the laboratory exams. Inexpensive cash pay labs are available in our office. Medications are not covered by insurance and typically last about four months.
Some patients prefer to join our Male Monthly Membership Program which can cover the office visits and medications. Only labs are excluded.
