Testosterone Replacement Therapy in Los Angeles, CA

• Testosterone replacement therapy is used to treat patients with low testosterone.
• Low testosterone is defined as a lower-than-normal level of testosterone.
• Testosterone replacement therapy is safe and has many benefits for patients with low testosterone.

Kingsberg Medical is a recognized leader in providing testosterone replacement therapy for men and women suffering from low testosterone in and around the Los Angeles area.

In clinics across the US, Kingsberg Medical has become a name you can trust to treat the symptoms of age-related testosterone decline for men and women. We are proud to be one of the premier testosterone clinics in the Greater Los Angeles Area, changing patients’ lives with the many benefits of testosterone replacement therapy.

What is Testosterone Replacement Therapy?

Testosterone therapy is used to treat patients with low testosterone.

As we age, testosterone levels decline. Men are particularly susceptible to experiencing age-related testosterone decline. Testosterone production in men is at its highest between the ages of adolescence and their 20s. Once you are over 30, your testosterone production starts a steady decline. Men over 30 can start to lose about 2% of their total testosterone every year. 2% may not sound like a lot, but by the time you are over 45, it can begin to take its toll on your strength, your sexual performance, and your overall physical and emotional well-being.

Testosterone replacement therapy is designed to return your testosterone to more normal levels so that you can continue to do all of the things that you love about life.

Testosterone replacement therapy is used to treat patients with low testosterone.

Is Testosterone Therapy Safe?

After decades of providing treatments for low testosterone, our doctors have determined that testosterone injections are the safest and most effective form of testosterone therapy.

Of course, testosterone replacement does have some possible side effects. The potential side-effects of testosterone replacement therapy can usually be avoided by following your doctor’s instructions and only getting your testosterone therapy from a Los Angeles area testosterone clinic skilled and experienced in treating patients with age-related testosterone loss.

What is Low Testosterone or Testosterone Deficiency

Low testosterone or a testosterone deficiency is defined as having a lower-than-normal level of testosterone in your blood. A testosterone prescription is given to men who are suffering from low testosterone. A condition sometimes referred to as “andropause.” This condition is also called “age-related testosterone decline.” Whatever you call it, testosterone replacement therapy is recommended for men whose testosterone level has dropped far enough below normal that it is interfering with their quality of life.

The following chart, provided by the Mayo Clinic, indicates the normal levels of testosterone in males by age.

If you are outside of the normal range per the chart above, and you are suffering from the symptoms of low testosterone, you may be diagnosed with testosterone deficiency and require a prescription for testosterone replacement therapy.

Low testosterone is defined as a lower-than-normal level of testosterone.

Testosterone Deficiency Causes

In men, testosterone is produced and secreted by the testes. Therefore, any disease or condition that negatively impacts the testes’ ability to function can result in a testosterone deficiency. Low testosterone can be the result of injury to the testes, certain cancers or cancer treatments, some medications, other diseases, or infections. Lifestyle issues such as obesity or alcohol abuse can also be a cause of low testosterone. However, in men over 40, the most common cause of testosterone deficiency is the normal drop in testosterone levels that occur when men age.

What are the Signs and Symptoms of Low Testosterone?

The symptoms of low testosterone that could indicate that you need testosterone replacement therapy include:

• Lethargy
• Lack of energy
• Erectile dysfunction or loss of sex drive
• Loss of muscle tone
• Resistance to exercise
• Weight gain, particularly belly fat
• Mood swings
• Memory loss and other cognitive difficulties
• Sleep disorders

How to Test for Testosterone Deficiency

In order to obtain a prescription for testosterone, you will first have to have your symptoms evaluated and your testosterone levels tested. A blood test is used to establish your testosterone level. There are two main types of testosterone tests:

• Total testosterone, which measures both attached and free testosterone.
• Free testosterone, which measures just free testosterone. Free testosterone can give more information about certain medical conditions.

Any doctor who is licensed and legally able to write prescriptions can run the test and give you a prescription for testosterone therapy. However, you need to choose a doctor carefully for your testosterone prescription. The doctors at our Los Angeles based testosterone clinics have years of experience in treating men with age-related testosterone deficiency. When it comes to prescription testosterone, we know that you have a choice of doctors. Make the right choice and get your testosterone prescription from proven leaders in the field.

Do I Need a Prescription for Testosterone Therapy?

If you do require testosterone replacement therapy in Los Angeles — or anywhere in the US, for that matter — the only way to legally obtain testosterone is with a doctor’s prescription. You cannot buy testosterone in any form, either online or in stores, without a prescription. Any product claiming to be testosterone or contain testosterone cannot by law be sold without a prescription. Any such products that can be bought are not genuine prescription testosterone and should be avoided. Buying such products is not only a criminal act, but it could also be hazardous to your health.

How to Start Testosterone Replacement Therapy

Getting started with testosterone replacement therapy is not that hard at all. In fact, it only takes these five simple steps:

• Step 1 – Fill out an online medical history form – This first step is indeed the only step in the process of getting testosterone replacement therapy injections that can be done online.
• Step 2 – See a doctor –If your online medical history form indicates that you are a good candidate for testosterone replacement therapy, the next step is to see your doctor. He or she will discuss your medical history in further detail, ask you more about your symptoms, and take a complete physical exam.
• Step 3 – Laboratory hormone testing – Once you have completed your physical exam, you will be referred to a laboratory to have the testosterone levels in your blood tested.
• Step 4 – You will obtain a prescription for testosterone replacement therapy – If the results of your laboratory tests show that your testosterone levels are low, your doctor will prescribe a dosage of testosterone replacement injections to suit your needs and lifestyle.
• Step 5 – Your testosterone will be delivered to you – Your prescription for testosterone therapy will be forwarded to one of the pharmacies we work with that specializes in filling prescriptions for testosterone injections. The pharmacy will then deliver your testosterone replacement therapy supplies to you.

Testosterone Therapy Benefits

There have been many clinical studies that have documented the man benefits that testosterone replacement therapy has on:

• Muscle tone
• Stamina
• Bone density
• Cognitive function

There have also been recent studies that have indicated that testosterone therapy improves sleep, improves sexual function, improves your ability to burn fat, and improves mood.

Testosterone Therapy Side Effects

Testosterone replacement therapy is generally regarded as safe. However, as with any medical treatment, patients seeking testosterone replacement in Los Angeles need to know that it also has some possible side effects.
Some reported, though rare, side effects of testosterone include:

• Rash or inflammation at the injections site
• Swelling of breasts
• Disturbed sleep
• Acne or other skin problems
• An increase in the production of red blood cells, which can lead to clots

It was once believed that testosterone replacement therapy could increase a man’s risk of developing prostate cancer. However, current research has largely disproved this link. In fact, the latest research indicates that testosterone therapy may actually decrease your risk of developing some cancers.

How much Does Testosterone Therapy Cost?

Since every case is different, the cost of testosterone replacement therapy may differ from patient-to-patient. A typical male patient should expect to pay anywhere from $500 –$1500 per month for testosterone therapy. Some of the costs of low testosterone treatment may be covered by insurance. A note about the cost of testosterone treatment: keep in mind, like in any purchase, you get what you pay for. You should not cut corners on your health and choose a Los Angeles area testosterone clinic strictly because it may be the cheapest.

What Can I Expect From Testosterone Therapy?

Once your body begins to get used to and reacts to the increased presence of testosterone, you will slowly and steadily start to see an improvement and even a reversal of many or all of the symptoms of low testosterone. Generally speaking, the benefits of testosterone therapy include:

• Improved sexual function
• Improved muscle tone
• Improved ability to burn fat, resulting in weight loss
• More energy and stamina
• Better sleep
• Healthier skin and hair
• Improved mood, less anxiety, and depression
• Improved memory and cognitive functioning

Results of Testosterone Injections Month by Month

Testosterone therapy, especially as given by our doctors, is prescribed on a very individualized basis. Your results may vary based on your age, gender, weight, presenting symptoms, and overall lifestyle.

Usually, testosterone injections are initially prescribed for at least six months. Here is a general timeline for the results you can expect from testosterone therapy.

Testosterone replacement therapy is safe and has many benefits for patients with low testosterone.

What do the Studies Have to Say About Testosterone Therapy?

A 2009 study concluded that “Restoring testosterone levels to within the normal range by using testosterone replacement therapy can improve many of the effects of hypogonadism. Most importantly, these include beneficial effects on mood, energy levels, and patients’ sense of well-being, sexual function, lean body mass and muscle strength, erythropoiesis and bone mineral density (BMD), cognition, and some benefits on cardiovascular risk factors.”
More recently, a 2017 study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) concluded: “Among men with low testosterone, prescription testosterone therapy was associated with a lower risk of cardiovascular incidents.”

Recently, researchers from the prestigious Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, in association with a dozen other well-respected medical centers nationwide, conducted seven clinical trials in partnership with the National Institute on Aging to determine the value of testosterone replacement therapy for aging men. A recent landmark collective study known as the “Testosterone Trials” concluded that, “The trials showed an improvement in all the aspects of sexual function and overall mood.”

Now that you know a little bit more about testosterone treatments for low testosterone in Los Angeles, why not take a minute to contact us and learn more about how hormone replacement therapy can improve your quality of life?

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