low testosterone & hormone optimization

Many men feel that hormones are only a female concern.  As a result, they often accept the decline in there physical body as "normal aging."  The fact is, most of the bothersome symptoms of aging are actually caused by hormone imbalance. Testosterone is a big player for men, but it's not the only factor.  DHEA, cortisol, thyroid hormone, and even estrogen all play an important role in male wellness.

THE IMPORTANCE OF HORMONES

Hormones are proteins that tell your cells how to behave and function.  They are chemical messengers that control many of the bodies processes including: metabolism, weight gain/loss, sexual function/reproduction, mood, sleep, growth and development, and more.  When in balance, they work together to keep our body functioning optimally.  Hormones 

SYMPTOMS OF HORMONE IMBALANCE

Not all men have symptoms of hormone imbalance despite having decline in their hormone levels.  Some men notice a gradual decline in function over several years.  Others feel there is an abrupt and noticeable change in their vitality and wellness.  When things are out of whack, you usually know it. Symptoms of hormone disruption include:

• Weight gain/muscle loss
• Fatigue/lack of motivation
• Brain fog/memory problems/cognitive decline
• Sluggishness
• Sexual dysfunction/low libido
• Hair loss
• Depression/anxiety/irritability

WHAT CAUSES HORMONE IMBALANCE

Hormone levels are affected by a multitude of factors, but aging definitely plays a large role in hormone imbalance. Male growth hormones (testosterone) tend to steadily decrease after the age of 20. By age 40, most men retain only half of their original growth hormones, and by age 80 they typically retain only 5%.  Beyond aging, hormone levels can be affected by:

• Stress
• Sleep deprivation
• Environmental toxins
• Medications
• Chronic illness
• Injury 
• Dietary choices
• Genetics

TREATING MALE HORMONE IMBALANCE

When hormone levels are out of balance, it compromises your wellness, limits your ability function optimally and prevents you from feeling your best.  Fortunately, hormone imbalance can be successfully treated and most men feel significant improvement in just a few months.  The treatment of choice is typically Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT). This natural solution uses biologically identical replacement hormones, available in pill, injectables, creams, gels, implantable pellets, and skin patches forms, to gently and effectively replenish your hormone to optimal levels.

These hormones are derived from natural sources, are molecularly identical to the hormones your body makes naturally, and have virtually no side effects when properly used.  Furthermore, the research shows that hormone optimization is not only safe, but beneficial to your health.  We will prescribe and adjust your medications to meet your unique needs. We may also recommend changes in diet, exercise, sleep hygiene and overall lifestyle to support your hormone replacement therapy and maximize the benefits.