What is Hormone Replacement Therapy for Men?
At-home hormone replacement therapy for men can improve the symptoms that accompany the natural decrease of testosterone in aging men. This treatment is given in the comfort of your home for your convenience.
Also known as testosterone replacement therapy, hormone replacement therapy aims to supplement low levels of testosterone in men. The natural levels of testosterone start to decline as a man ages, bringing with it a variety of symptoms such as:
- Decreased muscle mass
- Low libido
- Fatigue
- Low energy levels
- Depression
- Mood swings
- Cognitive changes
Hormone replacement therapy supplements the changing level of testosterone in your body over a period of time. This timeframe may vary from person to person, but generally lasts at least five months.
Regular treatments can improve of your symptoms and your quality of life. This study found that individuals with low testosterone can benefit from long-term treatment than those who are in short programs.
Replacing testosterone can benefit whole-body health, including:
- Increasing bone strength and density
- Supporting the normal production of blood cells
- Supporting a healthy libido
- Reducing erectile dysfunction
- Increasing muscle strength
- Preventing osteoporosis
- Supporting normal energy levels
- Preventing fatigue
- Supporting mood and reducing incidence of mood swings
- Preventing anemia
- Preventing cognitive decline
- Relieving joint pain
How Hormone Replacement Therapy for Men Works
Hormone replacement therapy for men is a minimally invasive procedure that can be done in the comfort of your home. On the day of the appointment, our nurse will arrive at your home with everything needed for the appointment. Your skin is first cleaned, then a topical anaesthetic is applied to minimize any pain.
Hormone replacement therapy is as simple as a shot administered in your arm. Treatment takes less than half an hour, after which you can resume your activities as normal.
What is Hormone Replacement Therapy for Women?
During menopause, your body changes the amount of hormones it naturally produces for the reproduction process. These changes typically happen between the ages of 40 and 50 and are associated with symptoms such as hot flashes and mood swings.
Hormone replacement therapy supplements the changing hormones in a woman’s body before, during, and after menopause. This type of treatment can improve the symptoms of menopause. Hormone replacement therapy can also be used after menopause to reduce bone loss, decrease your chances of developing osteoporosis, and reduce bone fragility as well.
Hormone replacement therapy for women is as simple as a shot administered in your arm, hip, or thigh in the comfort of your home. Hormone replacement therapy can also be given as an oral supplement, a patch you can place on your skin, or even as a cream or gel. The duration of hormone replacement therapy varies from person to person and is determined on a case-by-case basis.
How Hormone Replacement Therapy can Help Improve Your Symptoms and Your Comfort
Hormone replacement therapy supplements the changing levels of hormones in your body and improves your comfort. As a result, your hormones don’t fluctuate as much and cause less-severe symptoms.
One session can improve how you feel in the short-term, but menopause is different for everyone. Some people may use hormone replacement therapy over a shorter amount of time than others.
Hormone replacement therapy can improve symptoms such as:
- Weight gain
- Mood swings
- Fatigue
- Bone loss
- Hot flashes
- Night sweats
- Vaginal dryness and discomfort
Hormone replacement therapy may also be used after menopause to minimize bone loss and reduce your risk of developing brittle bones.
Menopause thankfully doesn’t last forever. While you are waiting for this natural change to pass, hormone replacement therapy can help improve your symptoms. Regular treatments can reduce the severity of your symptoms and improve your comfort and quality of life, all in the comfort of your home.
At-Home Hormone Replacement Therapy for Men and Women
House call doctor care is ideal for hormone replacement therapy. Concierge MD LA brings the appointment to you, saving you the time and hassle of sitting in traffic or exposure to illness in a clinic waiting room. We offer you unparalleled convenience for hormone replacement therapy in Los Angeles.
Concierge MD LA brings hormone replacement therapy directly to your home in Los Angeles. We save you the hassle of frequent trips to and from a doctor’s office by bringing appointments to you. We offer a further time-saving service with over-the-phone prescription refills as needed. Our members enjoy the benefits of on-call telemedicine for answers to any health questions or concerns between appointments.
Have questions? Want to know more about our hormone replacement therapy program? Give us a call. Our staff is on-call to answer any questions that you may have.