Testosterone Replacement Therapy

“Testosterone Replacement Therapy” these words have become more common with every passing year but many still have no clue as to what testosterone replacement therapy really is. You’ve seen the commercials for “Low-T” and if you ask most men they sound great but many still have no clue “Low-T” is nothing more than testosterone replacement therapy and this therapy unknown to even more is nothing more than a legal prescription for anabolic steroids. That’s right, anabolic steroids; testosterone replacement therapy refers to a treatment in-which low levels of the naturally occurring hormone testosterone are brought back into an adequate range. To perform this function the anabolic steroid testosterone, a synthetic version of the hormone our body produces must be administered.

If you possess any understanding of the performance enhancing world, on its surface the idea of testosterone replacement therapy may bring you a sigh of relief but more than likely it probably irritates you at the same time. After all, for years we’ve been told anabolic steroids are brewed in the bowels of hell but if you receive testosterone replacement therapy this same hormone from which all anabolic steroids are derived from, now it’s a welcomed beacon of hope. Yes, you are correct; episodes of the Twilight Zone make far more sense than this confusing conundrum.

Let’s from this point on be clear and precise; these advertisements for “Low-T” treatment and things of this nature are nothing more than advertisements and promotions for anabolic steroids. When you inquire about testosterone replacement therapy understand you’re inquiring regarding anabolic steroids; let’s call a spade a spade. We are still a long way off from anabolic steroids being generally accepted by the whole of society but it is within testosterone replacement therapy this acceptance holds its most promising form.

If you are still unfamiliar with testosterone replacement therapy the idea is very simple. Testosterone replacement therapy is simply providing the body the testosterone it needs in-which it no longer produces naturally. Further, this same therapy is many times provided to increase testosterone levels in men who may not have a decline per say but who naturally do not make enough testosterone. This is where things find themselves a little murky; there isn’t a set level of testosterone production that is considered “Natural,” for the amounts produced vary from person to person. Even so, the idea is sound and very well received by most all men who receive it.

There are those who desire to see testosterone replacement therapy thrown into the trash pile of life; why? We don’t have a good specific answer for you because they have yet to give one themselves. Men who receive testosterone replacement therapy enjoy a higher quality of life, they feel better, and they become sick far less often and are generally happier individuals. Why on earth anyone would ever want to legislate testosterone replacement therapy into the ground is beyond reason and comprehension.

Low Testosterone Symptoms

If you’re a human being, and if you’re reading this it is assumed you are, then low testosterone may be a concern for you. In the U.S. alone more than 20million men suffer from low testosterone, and while women can suffer too it is men who most commonly fall prey to the problem. The low testosterone symptoms can be very easy to spot; however, as the often gradually occur many men become accustomed before they realize they have a problem. Fortunately, while this is a condition that is beyond bothersome there is a remedy for the problem, and it is quite simple. Such a remedy will not alter your life, it will not be inconvenient, and regardless of anything else it will greatly improve your overall quality of life.

The Low Testosterone Symptoms
There are several low testosterone symptoms that may point to you having a problem. In most cases, you will display at least two symptoms, and in most cases one of the sexually related will occur. As the problem is left ignored, other symptoms will begin to show, and each one will get worse the longer the problem is left unattended to. It is true, low testosterone symptoms are not life-threatening, but not only are they very problematic they can be an open door to many far more serious complications. The following chart displays the low testosterone symptoms, the gateway effects that can occur if the condition is ignored, as well as the possible severity of the initial low testosterone symptoms:

Low Testosterone Symptoms   

	Possible Severity	Gateway Effects
Loss of Libido	Severe	Diabetes
Erectile Dysfunction	Moderate to Severe	Osteoporosis
Loss of Muscle Mass	High Moderate	Alzheimer’s
Loss of Strength	Moderate to Severe	Anxiety
Increased Body-Fat	Moderate to Sever	High Cholesterol
Inability to lose Fat	Severe	Infertility
Loss of Energy	Severe	Polyuria
Loss of Concentration	Moderate	Constant Soreness & Aches
Depression	Moderate to Severe
Insomnia	Low to Moderate
Decreased Sense of Well-Being	Severe

   
Combating Low Testosterone Symptoms

There is only one thing on this earth that will combat the low testosterone symptoms, and that is testosterone. For some reason, by the manner in-which testosterone has been demonized in popular culture due to it being an anabolic steroid this surprises many people. This should not be a surprise; for example, if you’re hungry you need food, if you’re lacking in food the only thing that will fix it is more food. The same can be said of testosterone, if you’re lacking in testosterone the only thing you can do is provide your body more of the hormone. This isn’t brain surgery, although it’s often treated as such. In the U.S. to combat low testosterone symptoms there are many options regarding the type of testosterone therapy you receive. There is the most efficient injectable testosterone, topical solutions, implant pellets and even somewhat indirect measures through Aromatase Inhibitors (AI’s) and Selective Estrogen Receptor Modulators (SERM’s). AI’s and SERM’s work by stimulating the release of LH and FSH into the body, thereby stimulating natural testosterone production; they can work, but often they are not enough. There is also a peptide hormone, Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (hCG) that is sometimes used for early initial stimulation. In any case, to combat the low testosterone symptoms, we have listed all possible common measures, the type of measure or form, and its ability to remedy on a 1-10 scale:

Treatment         Form  Recovery      Rating Androderm Topical Testosterone Patch 5 AndroGel Topical Testosterone Gel 6 Arimidex AI 4 Clomiphene Citrate (Clomid) SERM 3 hCG Peptide 5 Letrozole AI 4 Tamoxifen Citrate (Nolvadex) SERM 3 Testopel Subcutaneous Implant Pellet 8-10 Sustanon-250 Injectable Testosterone 10 Testosterone-Cypionate Injectable Testosterone 10 Testosterone-Enanthate Injectable Testosterone 10 Testosterone-Propionate Injectable Testosterone 10

Treatment for Low Sperm Count

A man is diagnosed of suffering from low sperm count when less than 20 million spermatozoa are present in a milliliter of seminal liquid and a series of medical tests are performed in order to establish that. The condition can be caused by a lot of factors, among which testicle injuries, smoking and a stressful routine are the most known. Although the sufferers have fewer chances to become father, numerous methods of treatment for low sperm count are available, helping them to overcome this problem.

Here is a list with the five best known treatments.

Hormone-based Medicines

Hormone-based medicines are prescribed when the problem comes as a consequence of a hormonal imbalance. The body secretes insufficient or too many hormones that play an important role in helping many internal organs, including the reproductive system, to function properly. Steroids help the secretions to be restored to normal levels, improving the quantity, quality and motility of the semen. However, besides benefits, they can also have side effects, so it is best to follow treatment based on them under strict medical supervision.

Surgery

Surgery is also used as a method of treatment for low sperm count, when the problem is caused by an inflammation of a blood vessel that irrigates the testicles. Obstructed veins can also lead to low sperm count, and a surgical procedure is usually required in order to correct the dysfunction.

Oral or Injectable Antibiotics

Identifying the cause of this problem is the best way to treat it, but, sometimes, doctors need to look elsewhere in order to find the origins of low sperm count. When this problem is caused by the presence of another infection in the body, the administration of oral or injectable antibiotics can solve it in a relatively short period of time.

Acupuncture

Acupuncture has been used for millennia in the traditional Chinese medicine as a method of treatment for many ailments including low sperm count. It has no side effects and the patient does not experience any pain or discomfort when the needles are stuck in the energy points.

Herbal Extracts and Teas

Herbal extracts and teas are also used as cures for this problem. Horny goat weed brings about an increase in the sperm quantity and motility by improving blood flow in the genital area. On the other hand, Tribulus terrestris helps the body to secrete a greater amount of testosterone, a hormone that influences the quality of the seminal material. Ginseng, mucuna pruriens, salabmisri and maca are other herbs with great effects in treating low sperm count.