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BioIdentical Hormone Replacement therapy achieves the sustained levels of testosterone that would be produced by normally functioning testicles. This form of therapy is the only kind that produces the natural level of hormone that men need. Because the testosterone used is totally natural, it is ideal for men wanting the benefits of a BioIdentical hormone, without the drawbacks of a synthetic.

Symptoms of testosterone deficiency in men include fatigue, lack of mental acuity, loss of libido, and difficulty achieving, or sustaining erection.

Why BioIdentical Hormone therapy for men? Hormonal needs for men has received national attention, but with marginal treatment options available. Hormonal treatments for men can be expensive, require daily consumption, and in many cases, need to be carefully timed with their partnerâs needs for normal sexual activities and pleasure.

SottoPelle¨ ~ BioIdentical hormone therapy administered by Dr. Mercedes is the only method of testosterone therapy that gives sustained and consistent testosterone levels throughout the day, for 4 to 6 months, without any ãroller coasterä blood levels of testosterone, which can result in mood and energy fluctuations for the patient.

Dr. Mercedes has had excellent results treating men with BioIdentical Hormone therapy. There have been no reported side effects in the entire history of this type of therapy.

Current medical research now defines a male equivalent to menopause referred to as andropause. Men experience a more gradual decline in hormone levels. They lose approximately one percent of their testosterone and 2.5 percent of the DHEA per year beginning at age 30.

Men find themselves lacking in sexual desire, gaining weight, losing muscle mass and feeling sluggish, depressed and irritable. Yet, they believe they must endure these body and hormonal changes as part of aging.

Male Assessment Form

Signs & Symptoms
Fatigue Reduced libido Decreased sexual performance Depression Aches & pains Irritability	Sweating or flushing Loss of muscle Gain of fat (especially around the belly) Worsening memory Difficulties at work Weak bones (osteoporosis)
Complete our Male Menopause questionnaire. If you answer "yes" to one or more questions, you may have low testosterone. Please contact us to schedule an appointment. Do you have a decrease in libido (sex drive)? Yes______ No______ Do you have a lack of energy? Yes______ No______ Do you have a decrease in strength and/or endurance? Yes______ No______ Have you lost height? Yes______ No______ Have you noticed a decreased ãenjoyment of life?ä Yes______ No______ Are you sad and/or grumpy? Yes______ No______ Are your erections less strong? Yes______ No______ Have you noticed a recent deterioration in your ability to play sports? Yes______ No______ Are you falling asleep after dinner? Yes______ No______ Has there been a recent deterioration in your work performance? Yes______ No______

USA TODAY Article on Testosterone.

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