TRT
Despite being known as the primary male sex hormone, testosterone also benefits women as well. This messenger hormone regulates brain function, muscle mass, and red blood cell production.
As you age, your body’s production of testosterone declines. Men and women often start to notice this after the age of 40. However, a hormonal imbalance can happen to anyone at any age. You’ll experience symptoms like low sex drive, depression, loss of strength, and difficulty concentrating.
You don’t have to accept the symptoms above as inevitable signs of aging. With testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) at Regain Functional Medicine + Aesthetics, we replenish this vital hormone and restore your health and vitality.
Treatment Details
Treatment Type
Hormones & Weight Loss
# of treatments needed
Ongoing
DURATION OF RESULTS
Ongoing with continued treatment
downtime
None
Men and Women can benefit from TRT because it improves the following:
Sexual Health: Increased libido (sexual arousal)
Muscle Mass: Improved bone density
Cognitive Function: Improved memory, concentration, and brain fog
Energy: Reduces fatigue and helps you feel more energetic
Why TRT in Kansas City Works for Men and Women
Testosterone doesn’t usually come up as the first hormone on the list for women who have a hormone imbalance. Estrogen and progesterone get top billing.
However, women also need testosterone for optimal function, just as men do. Even though women produce and utilize much lower amounts of testosterone, they still need optimal balance for best cellular function.
Bioidentical is Better
Testosterone replacement therapy in Leawood falls under a similar treatment to hormone replacement therapy, both of which are used quite a bit as a functional medicine treatment to help patients live healthier, more active lifestyles. We only use bioidentical hormones for TRT and HRT to help men and women thrive at optimal levels.
As a patient, you should understand the difference between bioidentical and non-bioidentical replacement therapies.
What the Testosterone Does
TRT replenishes your body's testosterone to optimal levels. For men, testosterone replacement therapy in Leawood will consist primarily of testosterone to help with hormone-related symptoms. Women only need a small amount of testosterone, so this hormone can be added in a small dosage to their estrogen and progesterone therapy.
BHRT Hormones
We use bioidentical hormones for your testosterone replacement therapy, which have been meticulously tested. The testosterone in your replacement therapy is sourced from plants like wild yams or soy, which are molecularly identical to the hormones your body makes.
HRT Hormones
Non-bioidentical testosterone replacement therapy uses chemical compounds with an altered molecular structure. This means that your body won't respond to this synthetic form of testosterone as readily as with bioidentical testosterone. You may experience more side effects as well.
What to Expect From TRT at Regain
If you’re interested in testosterone replacement therapy in Leawood, the first step is talking to our team. We offer personalized treatment plans tailored to your specific needs. Here’s what to expect from the TRT process at Regain.
Consultation
We offer free consultations for patients interested in any of our treatments, including testosterone replacement therapy. During this one-on-one session, your provider will sit down with you and listen to your health concerns.
We may ask about your symptoms, including the onset and severity. After the conversation, your provider looks over your medical history.
Lab Testing
We ask that you bring in any completed lab work from another provider as long as it is up-to-date (completed within the last 6 months). If you don’t have labs, we offer a full panel for a much lower price than any other provider.
For your hormone replacement therapy and testosterone replacement therapy in Leawood, we test for the following:
- Complete Blood Count (CBC): Check your overall health.
- Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (BMP): Assess your kidney and liver function.
- Vitamin D levels: Identify any deficiencies.
- Thyroid Function Tests: Evaluate how well your thyroid is working (your thyroid makes and releases hormones).
- Lipid Profile: Measure your cholesterol levels.
- Hormone Levels: Check your levels of testosterone, as well as estrogen and progesterone.
- Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA) for Men: Monitor your prostate health.
- Hemoglobin A1C: Check your average blood sugar levels.
This panel gives us a complete understanding of your hormone levels and overall health. Once we confirm that you have low testosterone, we determine the dosage you will need to get your hormones back to a state of equilibrium.
In addition to testosterone replacement therapy, we may suggest paired treatments to boost your overall health based on the results from your lab work.
Treatment
For your testosterone replacement therapy in Leawood, we offer injections or pellets. We prefer injections because they give us better control over your treatment and the ability to adjust your dosage more frequently based on how your body responds to the hormones.
In addition to TRT, we also give you Arimidex, which is an aromatase inhibitor—it stops the conversion of testosterone to estrogen. This helps reduce the potential for side effects like breast enlargement or fluid retention.
For testosterone injections, we teach you how to administer the treatment yourself, and we only require that you come back to our office every 3 months so we can track your progress.
Results
After the first few weeks, you should see improvements in your health. Most patients experience maximum benefits after 8 weeks. Remember that while testosterone replacement therapy improves your health, you still need to maintain the results with healthy lifestyle choices, like eating clean and exercising often.
The results last as long as you continue your treatment, so the duration is entirely up to you. HRT and TRT were designed for lifelong use, so the benefits never have to stop. With this treatment, you can live a longer life in good health.
In-House Prescriptions
We are thrilled to announce that testosterone is now available in-house! To take advantage of this convenient and affordable option, simply reach out to us using the contact details below or speak with your provider during your next appointment.
Regarding Pick-Ups…
- To ensure your prescription is available, please submit your refill request at least 1 week in advance. No exceptions.
- Please check with the front desk to ensure your prescription has been delivered before coming to the office.
- For prescription requests or to check delivery status, please call, text, or email our office.
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Results
Frequently Asked Questions
You might be a good candidate for testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) if:
- You have low testosterone levels
- Your libido is lower than you’d like it to be
- You’re experiencing sexual dysfunction, such as ED or premature ejaculation
- You’re experiencing hair loss or weight gain
- You’re experiencing symptoms of depression
The best way to find out if you’re a good candidate for TRT in Leawood is to schedule your consultation. We’ll check your baseline levels and determine the best course of treatment from there.
For hormone replacement therapy, you can expect to start experiencing results after several weeks. It takes the vast majority of our patients about 8 weeks to function at optimal health.
For testosterone replacement therapy, you might start to experience positive change shortly after beginning treatment (i.e. within the first few weeks).
Yes, women can get testosterone replacement therapy. Testosterone is an important hormone for women and men, and an imbalance can be disruptive for both.
Testosterone is best known as a male sex hormone produced in the testicles. As such, it supports a number of important functions, including:
- Puberty-related development
- Sperm production
- Maintaining muscle/bone mass
- Cognitive performance
- Libido/sex drive
- Heart health
For women, testosterone plays an important role in supporting several similar functions:
- Heart health
- Libido/sex drive
- Muscle/bone mass integrity
- Blood cell formation
- Cognitive function
- Hormone level stasis
Both men’s and women’s bodies convert some testosterone into estradiol. The female body uses this hormone to regulate the reproductive system. For men, estradiol promotes bone health.
TRT can help you lose weight because it helps you maintain muscle mass and burn fat. However, weight loss still requires a healthy diet and regular exercise.
Yes, TRT helps with erectile dysfunction if a hormonal imbalance is the root cause of your concerns. We have a range of other ED treatments that target different root causes, like vascular conditions. In most cases, we combine TRT with other ED treatments to help you achieve and maintain erections more frequently.
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