As men age, testosterone levels begin to decline usually starting around age 30. This leads to a condition known as hypogonadism. The symptoms of low testosterone can include fatigue, decreased muscle mass, weight gain, low libido, erectile dysfunction, and emotional changes such as depression, apathy, and anxiety.

Testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) can be an effective treatment option for men with low testosterone. TRT involves restoring testosterone to optimal levels. When properly administered and monitored, TRT offers several health benefits.

Emerging research shows TRT can provide improvements for men, including:

– Increased energy, stamina and motivation

– Increased lean muscle mass and decreased body fat

– Improved sexual function and libido

– Better mood, focus and cognition

– Increased bone mineral density

– Cardiovascular benefits

In addition, recent studies [1-4] show TRT can aid in controlling metabolic syndrome, a

group of risk factors like high blood pressure, blood sugar, and cholesterol that raise the risk of heart disease, stroke, and diabetes. TRT

has been shown to help reduce fat mass, waist circumference, and inflammation while increasing insulin sensitivity in men with metabolic syndrome.

If experiencing symptoms of low testosterone, men should see a medical provider training in testosterone replacement. TRT can be prescribed if low testosterone is confirmed and other causes ruled out. At Venture Wellness, your provider will review your medical history, symptoms presents and order a lab panel to evaluate your full hormonal picture. We don’t just shoot for a number but we strive to optimize your total wellness along with your individual testosterone level needed to feel like yourself again!

References:

1 . Francomano D, Lenzi A, Aversa A. Effects of five-year treatment with testosterone undecanoate on metabolic and hormonal parameters in ageing men with metabolic syndrome. Int J Endocrinol 2014. 2014 527470.

2. Yassin DJ, Doros G, Hammerer PG, Yassin AA. Long-term testosterone treatment in elderly men with hypogonadism and erectile dysfunction reduces obesity parameters and improves metabolic syndrome and health-related quality of life. J Sex Med. 2014;11:1567–76. 3 . Bhattacharya RK, Khera M, Blick G, Kushner H, Nguyen D, et al. Effect of 12 months of testosterone replacement therapy on metabolic syndrome components in hypogonadal men: data from the Testim Registry in the US (TRiUS) BMC Endocr Disord. 2011;11:18.

4. Sharma R, Oni OA, Gupta K, et al. Normalization of testosterone level is associated with reduced incidence of myocardial infarction and mortality in men. Eur Heart J. 2015;36(40):2706-15