Testosterone levels decline with age, creating health problems secondary to the loss of this very important hormone, subsequently placing the aging man into a condition called Andropause. Our BHRT program focuses on the needs of men suffering from the decline and loss of Testosterone.
A very little known -but important– fact is that as a man ages, not only does his testosterone production slows down, but a gradual increase in production of estrogen occurs at that same time. This state of hormonal imbalance is what leads to Andropause in men. It’s also important to understand that the drop in Testosterone in men occurs more gradually in comparison to the drop of estrogen in women. Therefore, the onset of symptoms leading up to and associated with Andropause appear over a longer period of time in men as compared to female menopause symptoms, even though the changes begin at around the same age.
Testosterone deficiency has also been linked to hypertension, obesity and increased risk of heart disease. Men who suffer heart attacks often have substantially lower levels of testosterone and higher levels of estrogen in compared to those who do not. Low free testosterone is a significant and independent risk factor for coronary artery disease in men.
Our specialized physician at Healthy Aging Medical Centers will carefully prescribe and examine the appropriate blood work and analyze the symptoms associated with this deficiency. An individualized plan focusing on providing a comprehensive approach in developing a daily program which may include, but is not limited to: physical exercise regimen, proper nutritional and supplementary support and a unique and specific bio-identical compounded hormone replacement therapy.
SYMPTOMS OF ANDROPAUSE
| – Decreased Energy and Stamina | - Rise in Blood Pressure |
| – Fatigue | – Hot Flashes |
| - Lack of Focus and Mental Sharpness | - Decrease in Libido |
| - Weight Gain and Loss of Lean Body Mass | - Decrease in Spontaneous early Erections |
| - Forgetfulness | - Difficultly Starting and/or maintaining an Erection |
| - Mood Swings | - Decrease in Fullness of Erections |
| - Unexplained Depression | - Decrease in Volume and Strength of Ejacualtion |
| - Changes in Sleep Patterns | - Increased Body Aches and Stiffness |
| - Arthritis and Osteoporosis |
ANDROPAUSE AND AGING-RELATED DISEASES:
- A Range of Cardiovascular Diseases (Heart Attack, CHF, Stroke)
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Obesity/Metabolic Syndrome
- Sarcopenia/Muscle Wasting
- Osteoporosis
- Arthritis
- Depression
- Cognitive decline
- Sexual Dysfunction
- Inflammatory related syndromes
- Alzheimer’s Dementia
BENEFITS OF BHRT FOR MEN INCLUDE:
- Protects against Heart Disease
- Lowers Bad Cholesterol
- Stabilizes Blood Pressure
- Decrease in Excess in Body Fat
- Increases Ability to Build Lean Muscle
- Increases Energy
- Prevents Osteoporosis
- Improves Symptoms of Arthritis
- Improves Memory and Cognitive Function
- Enhances Sexual Function
- Reduces Wrinkles and Improves Skin Tone
- Protects Against Degenerative Diseases of Aging
