Medical Clinic

If you are a male experiencing low testosterone, you may want to find a medical clinic specializing in low testosterone treatment.  A Testosterone Replacement Therapy or TRT Clinic is a healthcare facility that is primarily focused on the care of men experiencing low testosterone.  Most commonly, a TRT Clinic is used for the diagnoses and treatment of testosterone decline.  This specialized medical clinic can also treat male sexual health issues, hypogonadism, and erectile dysfunction or ED.  They help men to reclaim their active sex lives, gain muscle mass and achieve optimal hormone levels for a return to youthful vitality.

What is Low Testosterone or Low T?

Low testosterone is a result of the hormone testosterone dropping beneath what is considered the normal amount of testosterone.  Although, there is a guideline set that determines what the average, normal amount of testosterone for the average male, there are disagreements as to whether or not that number is accurate.  Additionally, andropause is thought to be a natural occurrence in men that happens with age.  Testosterone levels begin to fall at an average rate of 1% per year after the age of 40 (although some would say it starts around age 30).  Low testosterone can also be the result of alcoholism, obesity, certain prescription medications, certain chronic illnesses and even stress.

Some of the symptoms of low testosterone include a decrease in libido, lessened sensation during intercourse, poor sexual performance, depression, lethargy, and muscle weakness.  If you are experiencing these symptoms, you should ask your doctor to test your testosterone levels.  Also, it is important to note that some men do not experience any of these symptoms and still have low testosterone.  If you are above the age of 40 and are interested in HRT, you can get tested at a TRT Medical Clinic.

While Testosterone Replacement Therapy or TRT is not for everyone, you may want to consider it.  Patients who regularly follow-up with their TRT clinician often experience increased energy and mental clarity, muscle gains and weight loss, increased sexual function and erections, improved libido, lower cholesterol levels and a decreased risk for heart disease along with other psychological and physiological benefits.

What to Look for in a TRT Clinic

First of all, it is important to note that Testosterone Replacement Therapy is not something that you want to do on your own.  There are many dangerous side effects and therefore TRT requires regular follow-ups with your TRT Medical Clinic to ensure optimal hormone levels.  Your clinicians will want to do routine lab work and check ups to keep you feeling your best.

One of the things you definitely want to consider when choosing a TRT Medical Clinic is the staff.  Due to the frequency of treatments, you will be coming and going from their facility anywhere from one to two times a month.  You will want to find a clinic with a staff that you feel comfortable around.  Another thing to consider is the doctor himself.  You want to find someone with whom you can open up.  You’re talking about some deeply private and personal stuff.  You want to find a doctor who is able to listen to you, explain things clearly and makes you feel at ease.  This is super important.  You doctor needs to know if you start experiencing dangerous or life threatening side effects.  You need to feel comfortable enough to share these things with this person.  And finally, you will want to find a place that is relatively close to you.  Testosterone Replacement Therapy can be as involved as bi-weekly check ins and labs.  You don’t want to have to travel too far to get what you need.

A TRT Medical Clinic should be run by a licensed health care professional such as:

  • Men’s Health Doctor

  • Testosterone Doctor

Other Things to Consider:

There are several different treatments for testosterone decline.  You might want to ask what treatments the clinic offers.  Not all treatments are the same.  If they only offer one, ask the doctor why.  His answer may help you to discern whether or not he is the right doctor for you.  Some injections are given in the buttocks while some inject the penis.  If you have a problem with that, you should ask about it.  Ultimately, the medical clinic that you choose is going to serve you for the long haul.  Find a TRT clinic that you can see yourself going to for years to come.