Table of Contents
About the Author
Chapter 1 Introduction
Chapter 2 Testosterone and Its Replacement Therapy Options
History of Testosterone
What Is Testosterone and Why It Is Important
What Are the Symptoms of Low Testosterone (deficiency)?
Questions to Determine If You May Have Testosterone Deficiency
Causes of Testosterone Deficiency
Diagnosis of Testosterone Deficiency
Top Ten Mistakes in Testosterone Replacement Therapy
Testosterone Replacement Options
Chapter 3 Important Tests Required before Starting Testosterone Replacement Therapy
Ensuring Prostate Health
Ensuring Liver Health
Monitoring Blood Pressure
Avoiding Enlarged Breast (Gynecomastia)
Medications and Products that Can Cause Gynecomastia
Keeping Cholesterol (Lipids) in Check
Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Testicular (or Gonadal) Axis (HPTA or HPGA) Dysfunction
Other Important Hormones
Special Considerations for Women
Supplements That Claim to Have Sexual Function and/or Testosterone Improvement Claims
Resources
Appendix A: Compounding Pharmacies
Frequently Asked Questions about Compounding
Some Compounding Pharmacies I Have Used
Appendix B: Physicians Who Treat Hypogonadism
Appendix C: Interview with Dr. Michael Scally about Testosterone Replacement, Its Side Effects and Management Strategies
Appendix D: Testosterone Physician’s Desk Reference (PDR) Package Insert
Description
Clinical Pharmacology
Pharmacokinetics
Indications and Usage
Contraindications
Warnings
Precautions
Adverse Reactions
Drug Abuse and Dependence
Overdosage
Dosage and Administration
How Supplied