Testosterone is an essential hormone for health and wellbeing in men. When levels are low, men may experience symptoms like low energy, reduced muscle mass, weight gain, lowered libido, erectile dysfunction, depression, poor concentration, and more.
Causes of testosterone deficiency include:
If symptoms are impacting quality of life, testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) may help. Optimal Hormone Health Center offers evidence-based testosterone treatments to the Hope Mills community.
The first step is getting tested. Optimal Hormone Health Center conducts advanced hormone tests to accurately measure testosterone levels.
We evaluate:
Testing is quick and easy. We analyze the results to determine if treatment is warranted based on symptoms and blood levels.
When properly diagnosed, TRT can provide meaningful benefits:
If TRT is appropriate, Optimal Hormone Health Center offers flexible treatment approaches:
Testosterone injections involve a small needle to inject testosterone under the skin or into the muscle. This allows for precise dosage control. Injections are given weekly or every few weeks.
Benefits - Considered very effective - Easy to administer at home - Long-acting - weekly/biweekly dosing
Downsides - Invasive needle injections - Potential peaks/troughs in levels between doses
Transdermal gels deliver testosterone through the skin. Gels require daily application on upper arms, shoulders or thighs.
Benefits - Easy to use daily at home - Avoid needles/injections - Steady hormone levels
Downsides - Daily application required - Potential skin irritation - Transfer risk to partners/children
A convenient option, oral testosterone capsules are taken daily with food to aid absorption.
Benefits - Oral administration - Once daily dosing - Avoid injections
Downsides - Can be hard on liver - Levels rise and fall across day
Testosterone pellets are implanted under the skin every 3-6 months, providing steady testosterone release over time.
Benefits - Long lasting - up to 6 months - Very steady testosterone levels - Avoid needles/injections after implant
Downsides - Minor surgery for implantation - Small risk of infection, extrusion
Optimal Hormone Health Center providers have extensive training to recommend the right treatment approach based on your lifestyle, preferences, medical history and goals.
Testosterone therapy does not increase prostate cancer risk in men as previously feared. A 6-year study found men on testosterone were no more likely to develop prostate cancer than those not receiving treatment, relieving concerns that testosterone could fuel tumor growth.
TRT works best alongside healthy lifestyle changes to get maximum benefits. We provide lifestyle guidance on:
With the right holistic approach combining hormone optimization and lifestyle changes, most men see substantial improvements in symptoms, functioning and wellbeing.
Optimal Hormone Health Center specializes in evidence-based diagnosis and treatment of hormone deficiencies including low testosterone and thyroid disorders.
What sets us apart:
We strive to understand your individual health background when designing tailored wellness plans. You work with a collaborative provider team to ensure an exceptional experience.
Many men see improved energy, sex drive, body composition, mood and cognition within the first 6 weeks of starting therapy. With continued optimization of hormones, nutrition and fitness, benefits increase over 3-12 months.
Optimal Hormone Health Center invites the Hope Mills community to take charge of health, wellbeing and quality of life through evidence-based hormone balancing and lifestyle medicine. We empower patients with the tools and support for transformative results.
