Questions to ask before starting testosterone therapy

Testing and visits in Dallas

Douglas County men can be evaluated for low testosterone by Daniel Roberson, PA-C, at our Dallas Clinic. Diagnosis rests on two low morning blood levels plus symptoms such as low energy, low drive or mood changes, so a repeat test is common.

How treatment is planned

Treatment may mean injections, a daily gel or in-office pellets. Each has its own routine and pattern of levels, and the decision rests on your preferences. Blood counts, PSA and testosterone levels are checked on treatment so doses can be adjusted.

More questions to ask

• Will treatment affect my fertility?
• How soon might I notice a difference?
• What monitoring will I need?
• What lifestyle steps help testosterone?

Call us if

• Breast tenderness or swelling appears
• Leg swelling or shortness of breath develops
• Mood changes worry you or your family

Men planning children should say so, since testosterone can reduce sperm production. Douglasville, Lithia Springs and Villa Rica men can phone (678) 344-8900 to schedule.

Testosterone is checked in the morning because levels are highest then. If you've been told your level is low elsewhere, bring that report. Weight loss, good sleep and regular exercise can raise testosterone on their own, and they make treatment work better when it's started. Some medical conditions and medicines lower testosterone too, so a full medicine list helps us look for causes that can be addressed directly.

We'll set a schedule for follow-up labs together.

Some men try lifestyle changes first and recheck levels after a few months, which is a reasonable path too. Partners are welcome to come.

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