Testosterone Replacement Therapy TRT is a medical treatment aimed at increasing testosterone levels in individuals with low testosterone low T β as defined by both abnormal symptoms and lab testing. This therapy comes in various forms, including injections, topical gels, patches, pellets, and oral medications.
Regular follow-up visits and periodic blood tests are needed to monitor the effectiveness and safety of TRT and to adjust the treatment dose as needed. Factors such as testicular injuries, infections, undescended testicles, or genetic conditions can all occasionally contribute to low testosterone levels.
Low libido, decreased morning erections and erectile dysfunction can all be indicators of low testosterone, but other less specific symptoms like low energy levels, cognitive brain fog, and changes in body composition may also be present.
To assess testosterone levels and diagnose low T, Treasure Valley Family Medicine will perform a clinical history and use blood tests to measure the amount of testosterone in your bloodstream. Additionally, we will perform physical examinations to check for any signs of underlying conditions affecting the testicles or hormonal regulation centers in the brain as indicated. These evaluations help us determine what low T levels are due to hypogonadism or other factors.
Based on the results, we can then develop a personalized treatment plan tailored to your specific needs and health goals. Options for treating low testosterone may include direct hormone replacement therapy TRT , which involves administering testosterone in various forms such as injections or topical gel.
