As we've matured our body chemistry has changed. Do men need testosterone replacement therapy? Phoebe discussed some women's issues in a previous episode about hormone replacement for Women. Gentlemen, today it's your turn to get the low down on low Testosterone. OUTLINE:   I. Reasons:   I. Symptoms/Benefits:    I. Libido, body fat, muscle, mood, energy, bone density, and quality of erections   II. Testosterone's purpose    I. Hypogonadism    II. Less indication for "healthy" men    III. "May" prevent issues as we get older     II. Methods:   I. Pellets - painful, less fat, scars   II. Injections - less painful    I. 2 weeks - big dose, taper off over time, intramuscular    II. 1 week - less highs/lows, easier to remember, traditionally intramuscular    III. Daily - It's a routine, less painful, subcutaneous  III. Testing   I. If you have symptoms   II. Before for baseline   III. After a month or so to see your levels   IV. Annual testing once the dose is sorted out   V. It's complicated…  IV. Side effects   I. Acne, hair growth, sleep apnea   II. Increased risk of Heart attacks, stroke   III. Reduced sperm production   IV. Estrogen,     I. 0.3% converted    II. resulting in breast tissue, and prostate enlargement    III. Testing for estrogen    IV. Estrogen blocker - aromatase inhibitors (some doctors disagree with this approach)  V. Cautions   I. No long term testing - benefits / Risks   II. "For those who have low testosterone levels but no symptoms, treatment isn't recommended. It's also not recommended for those whose levels are low because of aging."Sources:https://youtu.be/GNCpG1fkMBA?t=5514 Testosterone calculator https://www.issam.ch/freetesto.htm  https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/sexual-health/in-depth/testosterone-therapy/art-20045728  https://www.webmd.com/men/guide/testosterone-replacement-therapy-is-it-right-for-youSupport the showOur Links: Patreon - Want to help support us? - plus you get sexy bonus and behind-the-scenes content Shameless Care - Risk matched, at-home STI testing, and ED Medication SDC - 7-day free trial membership, and join our group YouTube - Like to watch? We need your Likes, and shares, and be sure to subscribe Website - Contact/Call us, sexy products, educational articles, and a FREE Kasidie trial SwingLinks.club - See all our links in one place, including the spicy ones?️ Twitter - Follow us, and retweet our posts Instagram - Come see our updates Facebook - Follow us on Facebook TikTok