Episode 2: Your guide to effective testosterone replacement therapy near me
January 20, 2026 · 10:49
This episode guides diagnosing low testosterone, realistic TRT benefits, and finding safe, evidence-based local care.
Low testosterone symptoms
Covers the most common signs of low testosterone in men—like low libido, fatigue, mood changes, poor sleep, increased body fat, and reduced strength or motivation—and how they can impact performance and quality of life. Helps readers understand what symptoms may indicate, what else can mimic low T, and when to consider lab testing and medical evaluation.
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Episode 1: Facing the truth: My experience with testosterone replacement therapy side effects
January 19, 2026 · 10:42
Evidence-based look at TRT side effects and the monitoring steps needed to manage them safely.
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SHBG is a liver-made carrier protein that tightly binds roughly 70% of circulating testosterone, so higher SHBG can lower free (bioavailable) testosterone and cause “low T” symptoms even when total testosterone looks normal; adult men typically fall around 13.3–89.5 nmol/L. Understanding where your SHBG sits helps explain what your tissues can actually use—and why treatment ...
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Dr. Alexander Grant, MD, PhD: Urologist & Men's Health Advocate
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Clinically significant testosterone deficiency is diagnosed only when ongoing symptoms like fatigue, low libido, and “losing your edge” occur alongside consistently low early‑morning testosterone on repeat blood tests (the AUA/EAU “two‑key” rule). Because these signals can mimic stress or normal aging, here’s how to recognize the hormone-driven pattern and what to do next to get ...