5 Benefits of Hormone Replacement Therapy for Men

Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is often associated with women, specifically women in or approaching menopause or women suffering from hormone-related issues. But women aren’t the only ones who can benefit from treatment  — HRT offers significant benefits for men, too, especially as they get older.

At beYOU bioidenticals, our team tailors state-of-the-art HRT for men, using a patient-centered approach for improved health and wellness at every age. Here, learn five ways HRT can help you stay healthy and enhance your quality of life.

1. Increased energy levels

Low energy and increased fatigue are among the most common side effects of hormonal imbalances in men. As testosterone declines, your energy levels decline, leaving you tired even when you sleep well. HRT rebalances hormone levels, decreasing feelings of tiredness and helping you stay more active and engaged.

2. Enhanced mood and better mental health

Low testosterone doesn't just affect your physical energy; it can affect your mental energy, too, resulting in irritability and moodiness, along with an increased risk of depression. You may find it harder to deal with stress or feel disengaged or withdrawn from people around you. HRT promotes a more positive outlook and improves your ability to cope with anxiety and stress, enhancing your relationships and your overall well-being.

3. Improved sexual function and desire

Testosterone, known as the male sex hormone, plays an essential role in both sexual function and libido. As you get older, erectile dysfunction (ED) becomes more common, and many men also find their desire to have sex declines dramatically, taking a toll on their relationships, self-esteem, and quality of life. 

Supplementing your natural hormone with HRT restores sexual function, energy, and desire, helping you feel more confident, more positive, and more engaged with your partner. 

4. Better muscle mass

Testosterone is deeply involved in your ability to bulk up and stay lean and fit. When your hormone levels are low, you can quickly lose muscle mass and overall strength while building unwanted body fat. HRT helps men build and maintain muscle mass for greater self-confidence and improved stamina and energy.

5. Improved cognitive function

Low levels of testosterone can lead to brain fog and problems concentrating. While it’s tempting to write off these cognitive impairments as part of aging, they’re not normal — and often, HRT can help. Here again, HRT helps by rebalancing testosterone and improving functions like memory, focus, and thought processing, so you feel sharper and more tuned to your environment and those around you.

Find out more about HRT

Our team begins every HRT plan with a physical exam and blood tests to evaluate hormone levels. Next, our provider goes over your health history and your physical exam and blood tests to ensure HRT is safe and can be effective as a treatment option for you.  Each patient deserves a patient-specific treatment plan and our team provides individualized dosing, frequency, and adjustments based on your needs and your results. Hormones get delivered via weekly injections or slow-release pellets inserted just under your skin near your hip. Regular blood tests ensure your therapy stays on track with your evolving needs.

To learn more about HRT and how it can benefit your health and lifestyle, request an appointment online or over the phone today with the team at beYOU bioidenticals in Leawood, Kansas.