Not all of this means that bioidentical hormones are bad, but the marketing of bioidentical testosterone products is definitely questionable. The real question should be, "Will my body recognize and react to the FDA-approved medication that you prescribe in the same way it would react to naturally occurring hormones? The fact is, testosterone injections, topicals (gels/creams), and pellet implants all utilize an FDA-approved formula that is not "bioidentical" — "bioidentical" is something of a hormone myth. Getting your testosterone levels back to normal (normal for your body) is likely doing the same for your PSAs — you’re just getting back to where you would be if you didn’t have low testosterone. Many occur only in the presence of higher testosterone levels, and still others are simply the consequences of the body’s normal metabolism of testosterone. As TRT restores your testosterone levels to the optimum range specific to your body, studies show you can expect this trend of losing muscle mass to slow and possibly reverse. Testosterone levels also naturally drop with age. Testosterone is a hormone made by the testicles. We would be happy to sit down with you and discuss the any questions you may have about therapy. When I say that TRT, or Low T treatment, is more complex than it may seem, understand that we have done our homework. In fact, studies have suggested the exact opposite by demonstrating that men with chronically low levels of testosterone have a higher predilection towards developing the disease relative to men with normal T levels. While one of the side effects of too much testosterone can be hair growth, this is generally limited to the rest of the body. There is a genetic basis to balding, and if you are genetically predisposed to lose your hair, you’re going to lose it regardless of your testosterone levels. If testosterone is stimulating an increase in red blood cells, we reduce the stimulus to a level more suitable for your body. If you’re taking supplemental testosterone without proper supervision or precautions, the risks of high blood pressure can definitely increase. Some side effects seen with TRT are the direct result of the use of exogenous testosterone (testosterone not made naturally in the body). Testosterone cypionate remains one of the most commonly prescribed forms of testosterone therapy in men’s health practice. Testosterone therapy is one of the most commonly prescribed treatments in men’s hormone management. Whether managing testosterone replacement therapy (TRT), erectile dysfunction, hair loss, or acne, our team provides practical compounding solutions designed to support adherence, clinic workflow, and patient outcomes. At Massey Drugs, we work closely with urologists, men’s health clinics, and primary care providers to prepare high-quality compounded testosterone and men’s health medications with a fast 24–48 hour turnaround. Compounded medications give prescribers flexibility to tailor testosterone therapy and other treatments by adjusting strength, dosage form, and ingredient combinations to better match individual patient needs. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.
