When testosterone is the problem — and when it is not
The American Urological Association lists reduced energy, fatigue, lost lean muscle, a lower sex drive, weaker erections, poor concentration and irritability among the symptoms of low testosterone. It treats a total testosterone below 300 ng/dL, confirmed on two early-morning tests, as a reasonable cut-off for the diagnosis (AUA guideline). Every one of those symptoms has other causes too, which is why the visit starts with a panel, not a prescription. More in our guide to low testosterone.
Treatment options
- Testosterone cream
- Testosterone pellets
- Testosterone injections
- HCG and other medicines that support the body’s own production
Treatment starts only when it is clinically indicated, and labs are repeated every 8 to 12 weeks while the dose is set.
Erectile dysfunction and sexual health
Prescription medication such as sildenafil or tadalafil is part of the care here, and Dr. Wood also discusses PRP therapy for sexual wellness. Weight and hormones often sit underneath, so the same visit can look at medical weight management too.
Bladder leakage
Emsella is used for men as well as women — a 28-minute session in a chair, fully clothed.
Discreet, and free to start
Book a “Men’s Health” visit in the online calendar. The consultation is complimentary, and nobody at the front desk needs to know why you came.