Human growth hormone (HGH) and testosterone (T) are two of the most anabolic hormones in the human body. Unfortunately, endocrinological conditions such as growth hormone deficiency (GHD) and hypogonadism can disrupt their normal synthesis and lead to debilitating symptoms. These symptoms can be managed successfully with the use of hormone replacement therapies such as HGH therapy and testosterone replacement therapy…
Despite all of the benefits that come from testosterone replacement therapy (TRT), there are cases when you might have to wean off testosterone injections. If injections are abused, it can increase your risk of erectile dysfunction, alopecia, cardiovascular problems, and even premature death. Besides, TRT misuse can lead to physical and psychological dependence. Thus, when you attempt to quit the…
If you have symptoms of low testosterone, TRT might be your best treatment option. However, one of the few side effects of the therapy is infertility, due to the suppression of natural testosterone synthesis. While this effect is considered generally reversible, you might want to avoid testosterone therapy if you plan to have biological children. In this article, we will…
If you’ve been diagnosed with low testosterone, you’ve probably started looking into your treatment options. You might be wondering what is the difference between options, or what is the best choice for you. There are three common methods of testosterone treatment, and each has benefits and drawbacks to consider. They include: Testosterone Injections Testosterone Pellets Testosterone Gel Testosterone injections are…
Traditionally, testosterone was regarded as “the male hormone”, largely responsible for the normal development of external as well as internal reproductive or sex organs in males. With research through the decades, the role that testosterone plays, also in human female development, has become much more known and appreciated. Unlike in the male body, where this androgen is produced in the…
Testosterone supports vital functions in the body. While both men and women produce testosterone, men need a much higher level of the hormone. It plays a role in puberty, sexual health, energy levels, mood, muscle growth, and overall health. But overproduction, as well as underproduction of testosterone, can lead to numerous health complications in men’s bodies. The same is right…
Because testosterone is known as the male-dominant hormone, it sometimes gets a bad reputation. As a hormone that produces emotional and physical qualities that are often looked down on in men, such as poor verbal skills and decreased emotional receptiveness. While lowered T levels are well-known to cause numerous problems, such as erectile dysfunction, hair loss, depression, and decreased energy,…
Although many do not consider diabetes to be a significant disease like heart disease or cancer. But it is still a deadly condition for numerous Americans. In fact, it is ranked as the seventh leading cause of death in the United States, and nearly 10 percent of Americans are currently dealing with diabetes. Diabetes is grouped into two main categories,…
Aging is an expected, natural process. However, your symptoms and the age when they start appearing will be based on lifestyle choices, genetics and much more. One of the most potent indicators of how easy or difficult the aging process will be is hormonal levels. These chemical messengers may seem small, but they are certainly not insignificant especially when women…
If you have been prescribed testosterone injections for hormone replacement therapy, you are sure to have concerns. You want to reap the benefits of your testosterone therapy. In order to do so, you have to make sure you do everything properly. You need to ask your doctor important questions about the proper dosage, its schedule, and the best sites for…