Men’s Hormone Health

Gynecomastia and TRT

By (Augie) Juan Augustine Galindo Jr. MPAS, PA-C | 05/13/2019 |

Gynecomastia (commonly called “man boobs”) is the development of breasts in men, usually caused by too much estrogen. Men who are undergoing Testosterone Replacement Therapy that is not properly administered may develop gynecomastia, which is why almost all our patients are prescribed an aromatase inhibitor from the beginning of treatment. In this video, we discuss:…

Low Estrogen in Women

By (Augie) Juan Augustine Galindo Jr. MPAS, PA-C | 05/07/2019 |

A middle-aged blonde woman smiles sadly at the camera. She looks concerned, and she may be suffering from low estrogen, a common problem for women.

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At-Home TRT—Telemedicine

By (Augie) Juan Augustine Galindo Jr. MPAS, PA-C | 05/06/2019 |

A doctor and a patient sit at a glass table while looking at exam data on a blue clipboard. The doctor gestures with his pen, possibly explaining hypothyroidism treatment available in Dallas- Fort Worth.

Video-Conference TRT—Telemedicine for Texas Residents

The Difference Between Testosterone Replacement Therapy and Steroid Abuse

By (Bill) William J. White, PA-C | 04/09/2019 |

A middle-aged man in a white tank top is sitting on a weight bench while holding a dumbbell in his left hand. He seems puzzled, possibly wondering if testosterone is a steroid.

Testosterone Replacement Therapy is not even close to the same thing as steroid abuse. Is testosterone a steroid? Technically yes, but not in the way most people mean. Testosterone is not an illegal steroid and will not cause “roid rage” or the development of breast tissue like illegal steroids will. Testosterone is a naturally occurring steroid hormone…

The Importance of Estrogen (Estradiol) in Men’s Health

By (Bill) William J. White, PA-C | 04/04/2019 |

A man in a long-sleeved white shirt with short hair clutches his fist to his mouth, pondering a difficult idea, possibly the role of estrogen in men.

Men are often unaware that estrogen (estradiol) plays a critical role in their day-to-day health. Estrogen is found in small-but-critical concentrations in men. It needs to be in balance with the rest of your hormones, especially testosterone, for you to feel well. The Connection Between Low T and Estrogen Normal Estradiol Levels in Men Falling…

Low Estrogen vs. High Estrogen in Men

By (Augie) Juan Augustine Galindo Jr. MPAS, PA-C | 03/06/2019 |

The side effects of estrogen often frighten men — like this man here, who is worried, with his hands on his chin — but you don't need to worry about the side effects of estrogen

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Low Testosterone: The Complete Guide — Low T Symptoms and Causes

By (Augie) Juan Augustine Galindo Jr. MPAS, PA-C | 03/01/2019 |

A man trying to decide what to do about his low testosterone after reading a list of symptoms. Talking to a medical provider is the first step toward treatment. Learn more.

Ask the average man to identify some of the most important hormones in his system, and the first one likely to be mentioned is testosterone. Yet, while most men know that it’s their principal hormone and has something to do with masculinity, very few realize exactly what it does, and even fewer understand the health…