Men’s Hormone Health

8 Common Hypothyroidism Symptoms in Men

By (Augie) Juan Augustine Galindo Jr. MPAS, PA-C | 10/09/2018 |

A female doctor wearing a white lab coat and glasses discusses hypothyroidism symptoms with a male patient who has blonde hair and is wearing a blue shirt.

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…

The Genetics of Male Pattern Baldness — Testosterone Isn’t the Cause

By Glenn Steponaitis, PA-C | 10/02/2018 |

A middle-aged man with no shirt is checking his hairline in the bathroom mirror — he may be concerned about the genetics of male pattern baldness.

Some of the most notorious low testosterone myths center around male pattern baldness. Some myths say, on the one hand, that too much testosterone causes balding. On the other hand, some myths say that low testosterone leads to balding. Is testosterone really causing men to lose the hair on their head? What the evidence shows…

Are Vitamins Useless in the Fight Against Low T?

By Glenn Steponaitis, PA-C | 09/25/2018 |

A lemon half which has had half of the pulp removed and then filled with vitamins — useless against Low T.

When it comes to battling low testosterone, are vitamins useless? Yes, and no. Simple questions about our health often come with more complicated answers. Without a doubt, your overall health is critical to hormone production. On their own, however, vitamin pills and over-the-counter supplements are mostly ineffective against clinical hypogonadism (the technical term for low…

Time to Visit a Low T Men’s Clinic? — What You Should Know

By Glenn Steponaitis, PA-C | 09/18/2018 |

Male doctor at a Low T men's clinic holding a digital tablet. A colleague and receptionist are talking in the background.

With the number of testosterone prescriptions nearly tripling over the last decade, the publicity surrounding Low T (and the men’s clinics that offer treatment) is widespread. As a result of the amazing benefits being advertised, there are a lot of men wondering if they really have Low T. A men’s clinic might be the answer…

Potential Causes of Hormonal Hair Loss in Women and Men

By Glenn Steponaitis, PA-C | 09/04/2018 |

Man with dark hair examining a bald spot, possibly due to hormonal hair loss.

Along with the many symptoms of hormone imbalances that affect how we feel physically, there are also possible symptoms that negatively impact our looks, self-confidence, and identity — hair loss is one of those. Man or woman, we all want to look and feel our best. Hair loss is hard as it is, but hormonal…

The Low T Test — Do I Need to Get Checked?

By (Augie) Juan Augustine Galindo Jr. MPAS, PA-C | 08/28/2018 |

Young male doctor in a laboratory using a microscope conducting a lab experiment, possibly for a Low T test.

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…

The Best Low T Medication — Injections Still Better Than Creams, Pellets

By Glenn Steponaitis, PA-C | 08/21/2018 |

Low T medications, like the pills, injections, creams, and other options pictured here, all have different benefits and drawbacks. Learn which medication is right for you.

If you’re suffering from the symptoms common to low testosterone and clinical testing has indicated that Low T is actually the source of your trouble, you’re probably looking into testosterone replacement therapy, and you’ve probably found right away that the plethora of Low T medications on the market can be confusing. There’s a lot of…

TRT and Body Building — Testosterone Replacement Therapy Is no Magic Bullet

By (Augie) Juan Augustine Galindo Jr. MPAS, PA-C | 08/14/2018 |

TRT only helps body builders to get back to their normal level of muscle building — it's not a way to cheat. Learn more.

If you’re on a schedule of medically supervised testosterone replacement therapy (TRT), body building may suddenly become a hobby that you’re interested in. This isn’t uncommon. Many men who never thought much about lifting weights, or who haven’t lifted in years or decades, get back into lifting in a big way once they’ve addressed the…

TRT and Blood Pressure Concerns? The Solution Is Simpler Than You Might Expect

By Glenn Steponaitis, PA-C | 08/07/2018 |

This is the effect that TRT can have on your blood pressure — learn more.

When there’s a discussion about the benefits and side effects of testosterone replacement therapy (TRT), blood pressure risks are often mentioned. Does TRT raise blood pressure? Should you be concerned? Maybe. Testosterone replacement therapy is a potent medical treatment, not a simple vitamin supplement — there are potential risks with every drug treatment or therapy…

TRT and Cancer — There’s No Cause for Alarm

By (Bill) William J. White, PA-C | 07/31/2018 |

When you're on TRT, cancer, including prostate cancer, like the cancer cells pictured here, can be a concern, but there's no cause for alarm — here's why.

When a potential patient begins to look into testosterone replacement therapy (TRT), cancer and other possible side effects will certainly be mentioned in the information available. We always want to be sure you have the facts. At Testosterone Centers of Texas, your health and safety come first, so we are always prepared to discuss any…