Frequently Asked Questions
Increasing evidence points to the effectiveness of creams applied to the skin on a daily basis. Put on your deodorant, and then put on your hormone treatment. This creates a steady delivery. But it may not be for everyone. Some people absorb less and others don’t want to hassle with a cream. Still, others don’t want to expose the people in their world to accidental contact with testosterone. In these circumstances, a weekly or bi-weekly shot of hormone replacement therapy is the best answer.
We bill monthly. Once you are cleared for testosterone replacement therapy, the monthly fee is $195.00 per month. Unlike other facilities that require thousands of dollars up front, we make it convenient by allowing you to pay on a monthly basis. At the same time, there are absolutely no hidden costs, fees or fine print.
It is our hope to help men suffering from low-t (hypogonadism/andropause).
Great question, it depends on many factors. Age, weight and testosterone levels at the time of the base line are all evaluated by your doctor. Generally, you may expect follow up labs in two to three months. This gives ample time to see the new levels that result from our therapies.
At the initial visit. No one will get medication without proper lab work and a physical exam. Thereafter, it is a case by case situation. A follow-up visit with the doctor will be done at the time of your follow-up labs, if needed. Once established, we only require you to be seen once per year for an annual physical. If you would like to see the doctor in addition to your annual physical, you are able to do so at no additional cost.
All medications included in the therapy are self-administered. During your initial appointment, we will demonstrate how to properly administer each medication. This eliminates the need to return to the clinic each week for treatment.
We are testing for unique hormonal markers that your doctor is unlikely to routinely order. We also want the latest results of our own. Finally, the price of the blood work is included with the program.
Referrals to like-minded facilities will be offered, but this is a men’s place. We speak our language and see things our way. We want to have a forum where andropause can be expertly addressed. Sorry, but its not for girls.
The sooner the better, but with safety at the forefront. Multiple benefits are felt from the program which can start from 1 week to 6 months, depending on the effect you want to achieve. At Royal Men’s Medical Center, we want to launch you like a rocket as soon as possible.
There is nothing new here. Just the fact that testosterone replacement therapy in men has finally gotten the attention it rightly deserves in the healthcare of men.
Absolutely not! Under no circumstances. First of all, it is not FDA approved for our application. Second, if you are truly growth hormone deficient, which is the only reason the FDA approves of this medication, you should be seeing an endocrinologist. Plus, the price for meaningful doses of growth hormone would be in the thousands of dollars per month, which is well out of the price range we are aiming to offer. The allure of growth hormone is there, but we feel we can achieve just as much with safe doses of powerful hormone injections. Remember that growth hormone works directly on your pituitary gland and too much of it may cause permanent damage. Who wants to mess with that?
We offer injectable testosterone on a case by case basis. This compound is used by the pituitary to make growth hormone. The working pituitary remains in charge. Although not part of the testosterone replacement therapy, it can be offered where it is proven to be helpful.
Not like growth hormone. Growth hormone costs thousands of dollars per month for very small doses. Sermorelin is one fourth the price at appropriate doses.
There are a few, like any medication. You will be given a list of what you should look out for at the time of your check-up. You must understand that you cannot overdose on testosterone therapy and the side-effects vanish as soon as the medication is stopped. This is the name of the game: To have a doctor and lab available to insure the success of this program, as well as your well-being.
Regrettably, people receive testosterone therapy without the benefits of medication that remind the testes to go to work. Fortunately, our program introduces medicines to help maintain testes’ size and function. We gain no benefit from having your testicles shrink.
In many cases, yes. It all depends on the levels of estrogen in your blood. There is an oral medication that will reduce your estrogen. The direct muscle building benefits of real testosterone therapy will help you regain the manly physique you are intended to have. But remember, you’ve got to do something… eat less junk, get out of the house and “TRT it.” Heck, if you’re going this far, you might as well do it the right way.
Initial lab studies will check for markers for prostate cancer (PSA). Your medical history and physical exam will contribute to your general assessment. Studies have shown that testosterone therapy does not provoke cancer of the prostate. In fact, elevated estrogen levels are now seen in cases of prostate enlargement. Our estrogen reducing medicines may even help with prostate enlargement. Unfortunately, men with a history of prostate cancer should not receive TRT. Careful surveillance via lab studies and doctor exams should insure the safety of testosterone replacement therapy in men.
Younger and older persons will be seen, as long as they fall within our safe zone. Generally, older men will have more health issues and require a clearance from their primary care doctors to participate. All men must have a primary care doctor to help address their health care issues. We encourage you to tell your doctor.
He or she may or may not accept our lab results. It is up to your specific doctor. Generally, the labs we get are the types of labs your healthcare professional monitor on your annual checkup. If you desire, a copy of your labs will be provided and you can forward them to your doctor.
We receive labs for your blood count, metabolic profile, and LH. We also check your thyroid, markers for prostate cancer, and of course, your testosterone and estrogen levels. The labs are very comprehensive.
We keep a close eye on the prostate, so prostate levels are checked. We also keep an eye on your hormone components and the blood count. We will keep an eye on any and all concerns from your initial evaluation as well.
We would be unable to proceed without a healthy start. You would be advised to see your primary doctor to correct the problem. Once cleared, you may participate in our authentic testosterone replacement therapy, or TRT. Provided our doctors feel confident, there is no risk in your participation.