Testosterone Therapy
Costa Mesa

Declining testosterone levels can affect men in several ways. Symptoms may involve:

• Sexual function – reduced sexual desire, infertility, and fewer spontaneous erections
• Physical characteristics – increased body fat, reduced muscle mass, decreased bone density, and loss of facial and body hair
• Emotional and cognitive – decreased self-confidence and motivation, sadness, depression, and difficulty concentrating or remembering things

If you are experiencing symptoms of low testosterone, your doctor can order a blood test to have your levels checked. The test will measure both your free testosterone and your total testosterone, which includes amounts of the hormone that are attached to proteins. Free testosterone is easier for your body to use. Your doctor may recommend testosterone therapy in Costa Mesa if your levels are low.

Testosterone is the main androgen (male sex hormone). It stimulates the development of male characteristics, such as facial hair and voice deepening. Testosterone is essential for sperm production. In men, it helps develop muscle mass, bone density, red blood cells, sex organs, sexual and reproductive function, and a sense of well-being. The growth of primary sexual characteristics, such as a penis and testicles, is mediated by testosterone, both in the womb and during puberty.

Bioidentical hormones are plant-based hormones that mimic the hormones produced by your body. If you are a candidate for testosterone therapy, your doctor will recommend the best method for administering the treatment. Healthcare providers can administer bioidentical testosterone therapy for men in different ways. These methods include:

• Gels are applied to the skin on a daily basis
• Pellets implanted under the skin every three to six months to provide consistent, long-term dosages
• Patches are applied to the skin every day
• A nasal gel is applied to each nostril three times a day
• Oral/buccal patch that is placed above the incisor and should not be chewed or swallowed

Healthy lifestyle habits may help men maintain normal testosterone levels. These may include eating a healthy diet, exercising, managing weight, and avoiding excessive use of alcohol or drugs.

Consistent testosterone therapy in Costa Mesa can help improve sex drive and sexual function, improve mood and cognitive ability, and boost muscle mass and bone density for many men with low testosterone. It may also give you more energy and help you reduce body fat.

If your testosterone levels are low, testosterone therapy can raise your levels, which can boost your overall sex drive. It can improve erectile function, thereby improving performance and lifting your mood, which can lead to heightened interest in sex. Testosterone therapy can also enhance orgasms and give you more energy for sexual performance.