Testosterone Replacement Therapy Questions

We answer the most frequently asked questions about testosterone therapy.

If you are considering testosterone therapy, it is only natural that you have questions about testosterone. There are a lot of myths and misunderstandings about taking testosterone. As recognized experts in age-related hormone replacement therapies, we wish to clear the air about testosterone and answer your questions so that you can make a good decision about starting testosterone replacement.

What is Testosterone Therapy?

Testosterone replacement therapy is a doctor-prescribed, clinically proven method to treat men and women with low testosterone. Although technically a "male" hormone, testosterone is vital to the health and wellbeing of both men and women. Despite the important role that testosterone plays in strength, energy, vitality, and sexual wellness, testosterone levels dwindle as you age. This can result in low testosterone, a condition sometimes simply referred to as "Low T."

Testosterone replacement therapy has been shown to have many life-changing benefits for men and women suffering from Low T due to age-related testosterone decline.

Why Do You Need Testosterone Therapy?

You may need testosterone therapy because your testosterone levels decline as you age. It is a simple biological fact. A man’s testosterone level declines as he ages. Your testosterone level peaks at about the age of 20. After that, you start to lose testosterone at a rate of about 1% to 2% per year. By the time you are 40, most men will begin to feel the signs and symptoms of low testosterone, a condition also known as “hypogonadism.”

As we grow older, age-related testosterone decline may be inevitable. However, testosterone replacement therapy can give you back what the years take away.

Who Should Consider Testosterone Therapy?

Any man who is between the ages of 35 and 65 and may not be feeling as strong and vital as they would like to be should consider testosterone replacement therapy. However, you should watch for these signs of low testosterone. The symptoms of low testosterone include:

• Decrease in libido or sex drive
• An overall feeling of reduced virility and vigor
• Changes in mood
• Erectile dysfunction
• Loss of stamina
• Loss of muscle tone
• Weight gain
• Loss of memory and other cognitive issues

Do I need a Prescription for Testosterone Therapy?

Yes, you absolutely need a prescription for testosterone therapy. The only legal way to obtain testosterone replacement therapy is with a doctor’s prescription. You cannot buy testosterone online or anywhere else without a doctor’s prescription.

Buying or using testosterone without a doctor’s prescription is not only illegal; it can be hazardous to your health. Using testosterone that has not been prescribed for you or without a doctor’s proper supervision can cause serious health complications, even death.

Most of the "horror stories" you may have heard about serious side effects of testosterone occur in people who are abuse testosterone or using it illegally to enhance athletic performance, or “bulk up,” and not using it to treat diagnosed low testosterone.

What Kind of Doctor Prescribes Testosterone Therapy?

Any medical doctor who is legally licensed to write a prescription can give you a prescription for testosterone therapy. However, it is best to seek your testosterone treatment from a practitioner or clinic that specializes in hormone replacement therapy (HRT) for men. Testosterone is not the only critical hormone that declines as you age. If you are suffering from the symptoms of low testosterone, chances are you may have a growth hormone deficiency as well.

How Much Does Testosterone Therapy Cost?

Since programs vary from low testosterone clinic-to-clinic and from patient-to-patient, costs also vary. A typical male patient should expect to pay anywhere from $500 –$1500 per month for testosterone therapy. A note about the cost of testosterone treatment: keep in mind, like in any purchase, you get what you pay for. You should not cut corners on your health and choose a testosterone clinic strictly because they may offer the lowest cost for testosterone therapy.

How Quickly Does Testosterone Therapy Work?

You will not see overnight results from your testosterone therapy. Your prescription for testosterone therapy will be designed for your body to react to the increases in testosterone slowly over time. The life-changing results of testosterone therapy will impact four major areas of your life:

1. Physical strength
2. Sexual performance
3. Mental acuity
4. Emotional wellbeing

Your results of testosterone therapy will benefit you in each of these areas of life.

Since testosterone therapy is prescribed on a very individualized basis, results will vary. However, many patients say they start to see improvements in strength and energy in as little as two weeks of being on testosterone replacement. Many patients notice emotional or mood changes earlier than major physical changes. In as little as 3 to 4 weeks on testosterone therapy, men report feeling:

• Calmer
• Less anxious
• Less depressed
• Less irritable
• Happier and less stressed in general 

What to Expect From Testosterone Therapy?

You can expect many benefits from testosterone therapy. One of the first noticeable signs of low testosterone is a drop in libido or sex drive. This may or may not be accompanied by erectile dysfunction. Conversely, one of the first and most satisfying benefits reported by most men who start testosterone therapy is an increased sex drive and improved sexual performance. Besides improving your love life, some of the other results you can expect from testosterone therapy for men include:

• An increased ability to build lean muscle and increased muscle mass – This is often also accompanied by fat loss because testosterone not only improves your ability to burn fat but, as you build more muscle mass, your metabolism heats up even further.
• Increased energy levels – Another primary complaint of men with low testosterone is low energy or chronic fatigue. Testosterone therapy improves your cell’s ability to turn calories into energy.
• Improved moods and cognition – Testosterone therapy also helps to return men to a more even emotional keel and can also fight depression, anxiety, and other mood swings. Testosterone therapy can also help to improve memory, focus, and your ability to complete complex cognitive tasks.

How Do I Start Testosterone Therapy?

To start testosterone therapy, you first must have your testosterone levels tested. Low testosterone is diagnosed with a simple blood test that measures the level of testosterone in your blood. There is no special preparation needed for a testosterone blood test. If your testosterone levels fall below the normal ranges and based on your symptoms, you can get a prescription  to start testosterone treatment by following these five easy steps:

• Step 1 – Fill out an online medical history form – This first step is the only step in the process of getting a prescription for testosterone injections that can be done online. You cannot legally BUY testosterone injections online or without a prescription.
• Step 2 – See a doctor –If your online medical history form indicates that you are a good candidate for testosterone treatment, the next step is to see your doctor. He or she will discuss your medical history and conduct a complete physical exam.
• Step 3 – Laboratory hormone testing – Once you have completed your physical exam, if your doctor suspects you may have low testosterone, you will be referred to a laboratory to have the hormone levels in your blood tested.
• Step 4 – You will obtain a prescription for testosterone treatment –  If the results of your laboratory tests indicate that your testosterone levels are below normal, your doctor will prescribe a brand and dosage of testosterone injections to suit your needs and lifestyle.
• Step 5 – Your testosterone treatments will be delivered to you – Your prescription for testosterone therapy will be forwarded to one of the pharmacies we work with that specialize in filling prescriptions for testosterone injections. The pharmacy, in turn, will deliver your testosterone treatment supplies right to your home!

Why Do You Need a Low Testosterone Diagnosis?

You need to have a diagnosis of low testosterone so that you can get a prescription for testosterone. It is unsafe and illegal to use testosterone without a doctor’s prescription and medical supervision to monitor your progress over the course of your treatment.

We have tried to answer the most common questions about testosterone therapy. But, if you have others or need any more information, why not contact us today and see if you are a candidate for the many life-changing benefits of testosterone replacement therapy.