A Look at the Hormone Replacement Therapy

Male hormone replacement therapy has surged in popularity over the past few years. Thousands of elder men have turned to Testosterone Replacement Therapy to restore hormone levels in the hope of refuelling energy and reigniting their sex drive.

Still, testosterone remains controversial because of its uncertain benefits and potential health risks. Safety concerns were raised years ago when studies showed a possible association between Testosterone replacement therapy and a higher risk of cardiovascular disease.

Researches have shown that men aged between 52 to 63 with a low testosterone level have no history of heart disease. Researches have shown that fit men who received this therapy did not have a higher risk of heart attack, stroke, or death.

This therapy’s relationship with other health issues is also mixed. For instance, TRT has previously been tied to a higher incidence of prostate cancer.

The main point is that the long-term risks of TRT are still unidentified. But this does not mean that one should avoid this treatment. For a selected group of men, this therapy can be a feasible option.

Who Should go for the treatment?

You need to have both low levels of testosterone and several symptoms to get a prescription for TRT. At times, it is possible to have low levels and not experience any symptoms. But if you do not have any of the key symptoms, especially fatigue and sexual dysfunction, which are the most common, it is not recommended you go on TRT given the current doubt about long-term safety.

Weight has a greater impact on testosterone levels than aging. As your weight goes up, testosterone levels go down. Men also need to understand the limits of TRT, as many envision it as a type of fountain of youth. “Its impact is less than what many men would expect. Not only in men but this problem can also be faced by women as well who have a low estrogen level. Therefore, estrogen therapy for females is also in very much demand these days. These therapies are usually given by either gel application or injection. With a gel, you spread the daily dose over both upper arms, shoulders, or thighs. Injections are usually given into the buttocks once every two weeks. Both the methods have their advantages. However, you have to be careful to avoid close skin contact for a few hours, especially with the opposite partner as the hormones can cause acne or hair growth. With injections, hormone levels can rise to high levels for a few days after the injection and then slowly come down. This can cause various mood swings.

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