Testosterone Replacement& Well-Being

Crista Callaghan • December 18, 2023

Are you a man experiencing decreased motivation or desire to do things you once enjoyed or complete tasks? After work, do you come home and sit on the couch instead of being productive or creative? One of the reasons for this could be low testosterone levels! At Magnolia Medical Aesthetics we have a robust program for men’s health and well-being.

Signs of Low Testosterone:

❖ Decreased motivation

❖ Low Libido

❖ Loss of Spontaneous Morning Erections

❖ Depression

❖ Anxiety

❖ Insomnia

❖ Loss of Body Hair

❖ Weight Gain

❖ Muscle Loss

Who Is a Candidate for Testosterone Replacement Therapy (Trt)?

Men who are symptomatic and have lower than optimal testosterone levels are candidates for TRT. There are many different avenues of treatment in Men’s Health. Initial lab monitoring is required to develop a treatment plan that is specific to meet each person’s needs.

Benefits of Treatment:

Men who are symptomatic and start on TRT can anticipate improvement in overall mood and well-being. Men will sleep better, recover faster from workouts, increase lean muscle mass and decrease body fat. Libido and sex drive will begin to improve back to former levels and men will notice an overall decline in fatigue.

How Do I Get My Testosterone Levels Evaluated?

❖ Initial Lab Evaluation - 15 minute appointment to draw labs and get a limited baseline of information

❖ In-Office Consultation - 45 min to 1 hour appointment to discuss lab findings and develop a customized program that meets the specific needs of each individual

❖ Lab Follow-up - 15 min appointments every 3 months to check in briefly and obtain lab work to monitor progress and safety

Common Side Effects:

❖ Acne & Oily Skin- typically resolves after first year of TRT

❖ Hair Loss

❖ Testicular atrophy - testicles can shrink. The risk of this can be decreased by using HCG at the same time

How Long Does It Take to See Results?

Between weeks 2-4 men should anticipate seeing psychological improvement. During weeks 4-16 physical and sexual improvement can be anticipated and by 6-12 months men ideally will be consistently feeling a sense of overall well-being.

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