Testosterone is an essential hormone that plays a crucial role in the health and wellbeing of both men and women. As we age, testosterone levels naturally decline, leading to a condition known as hypogonadism or low testosterone. The symptoms of low testosterone range from low sex drive, erectile dysfunction, low energy, and depressive moods in men to low libido, fatigue, bone loss, and mood changes in women.
Restoring testosterone levels can greatly improve one’s vitality, body composition, mental health, and quality of life. Testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) is a treatment that helps raise testosterone up to optimal levels. At Revive Hormone Clinic in Redmond, we specialize in TRT treatments to help patients overcome the effects of low testosterone.
The first step in considering TRT is getting tested to confirm if you truly have low testosterone or hypogonadism.
Some common signs and symptoms that indicate potential low testosterone include:
Risk factors that raise one's likelihood of developing hypogonadism include:
If you’re experiencing any of the above symptoms or risk factors, you may benefit from getting tested.
Getting tested is crucial to determine if hormone therapy is appropriate. At our Redmond clinic Revive Hormone Clinic, we test total testosterone, free testosterone, estradiol, LH, FSH, PSA (for men over 40) and other relevant markers.
The standard lab reference range for testosterone is 300-1000 ng/dL for total testosterone and over 15 pg/mL for free testosterone. However, many men can experience low T symptoms even if their levels fall within the “normal range” - optimal levels are typically between 500-800 ng/dL.
We evaluate your bloodwork carefully along with family history, symptoms and lifestyle factors to make the most informed treatment recommendations.
Once diagnosed with low testosterone, TRT serves to bring your levels up to an optimal range. The wide-ranging benefits our Redmond patients commonly report from TRT include:
In summary, normalized testosterone levels from TRT can restore one's vitality and quality of life in many aspects - physically, mentally and sexually. Our specialized Redmond clinic helps patients achieve these benefits.
At Revive Hormone Clinic in Redmond, our physicians tailor your testosterone therapy based on your lab results, symptoms, medical history and goals. We provide all forms of treatment including injections, gels and pellets.
The standard process for initiating TRT is:
Once your testosterone levels stabilize in the optimal range, we transition you to a maintenance regimen. This sustains healthy levels long-term via your preferred administration route - injections, gels or pellets.
We closely track your labs and symptoms to make dosage tweaks over time as needed. You’ll notice benefits within weeks that continue improving over 3-6 months.
Testosterone therapy has been shown to have some surprising mental health benefits for men, including improved mood and sense of wellbeing, enhanced motivation and clarity of thought, and reduced irritability. However, more research is still needed on the long-term effects of testosterone supplementation.
While testosterone therapy provides immense benefits, lifestyle factors also significantly impact treatment success. We provide patients comprehensive support regarding:
In Redmond, we have wonderful parks and walking trails to enjoy. Local fitness centers like Cascade Club and Pro Club offer state-of-the-art equipment and classes. For nutritious dining, be sure to check out The Matador and805 Kitchen specializing in fresh, wholesome foods.
Through personalized therapy paired with optimizing lifestyle habits, our Redmond clinic helps patients restore vibrancy and completely reinvigorate their bodies.
At Revive Hormone Clinic, our top priority is tailoring therapy to your unique needs for the best possible treatment experience and outcomes. What sets us apart:
We aim to make testosterone replacement therapy streamlined and life enhancing. Our specialized team looks forwards to helping you reclaim your vitality. Please call us at Revive Hormone Clinic in Redmond today to learn more and get started!
