Posts by (Augie) Juan Augustine Galindo Jr. MPAS, PA-C
Family-Friendly Events in Frisco This Fall (2018)
Frisco, located in both Collin and Denton counties, was the fastest-growing city in both Texas and the United States in 2009 — that explosive growth continues today. With such rapid population growth, the local culture and atmosphere of Frisco have also grown exponentially, resulting in a multitude of events for residents that go well beyond the…
Read More8 Common Hypothyroidism Symptoms in Men
Have you been experiencing unexplained, extreme fatigue and a decreased tolerance for stress? Those are 2 of the tell-tale symptoms of an underactive thyroid, even in men. Most men wouldn’t recognize they were experiencing the symptoms of hypothyroidism. In fact, many doctors wouldn’t easily reach that conclusion, either. After all, hypothyroidism is commonly thought of…
Read MoreAmazing Events for Prosper Residents — Just Down the Road
Prosper, a North Texas city of 22,000+ people, is located north of the Dallas Metroplex on the Dallas North Tollway at the intersection of Highway 380. One of the great things about living in Prosper is the location’s easy access to local events all over the North Dallas area. Let’s take a look at what’s…
Read MoreThe Low T Test — Do I Need to Get Checked?
Do you need a Low T test? Let’s start by discussing how low testosterone is diagnosed. Are you feeling chronically run down, experiencing a low sex drive, or feeling a little depressed? If so, it’s possible that you’re experiencing symptoms resulting from low testosterone. Essentially, the 2 factors that lead to a diagnosis of chronic…
Read MoreTestosterone Replacement Therapy for Women — Why Estrogen Isn’t Always Responsible for the Way You Feel
Testosterone replacement therapy for women is a novel concept for many. In fact, testosterone is often ignored in the publicity around hormone therapy for women — female low testosterone is frequently overlooked, or it may be misdiagnosed as some other issue altogether. Women’s bodies have 3 major sex hormones, but the primary focus when dealing…
Read MoreProblems With Weight Loss and Libido — Is Testosterone the Answer?
“I’m having problems with weight loss — libido is lagging too. Is testosterone replacement therapy for me?” Possibly — if low testosterone is at the root of your problems. Low testosterone can affect you sexually, mentally, and physically, to be sure. However, jumping prematurely to a medical treatment option — just giving it a try…
Read MoreFemale Hair Loss Causes — Is It Testosterone?
While this is surprising to many people, pattern baldness doesn’t only occur in men — we see cases of female hair loss, the causes of which are, most commonly, hormone related. For many women, having a full head of healthy hair is associated with youth and beauty — two qualities that, as a woman, you…
Read More5 Healthy Holiday Tips to Fight Weight Gain
It’s that joyful and challenging time of year again, so we’ve come up with a list of 5 healthy holiday tips to keep you on track to reach your fitness goals. It’s hard to focus on fitness during the holidays — parties and gatherings with rich food, sugary sweets, and merry drinks go on for…
Read MoreYour Thyroid and Low Testosterone — What’s the Connection?
Let’s discuss the relationship between men’s thyroid and low testosterone, particularly hypothyroidism and how testosterone replacement therapy could improve your health, feelings of wellbeing, and quality of life. (It’s important to note that the symptoms of hypothyroidism differ between men and women — this article specifically addresses male hypothyroidism and Low T, but you can…
Read MoreWeight Loss for Women Over 50 Is Hard, but This Might Make It Much Harder
Let’s talk about the difficulty of weight loss for women over 50. If you’re in that category, you’re probably already nodding your head. It seems much harder to lose weight the older you become, doesn’t it? Why is that? First, let’s discuss the basics — then, we’ll talk about the role your hormones play. Weight…
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