Low Testosterone Treatment in Wilmington, NC
Dr. Kirby is an expert urologist in Wilmington committed to providing the highest quality care to patients throughout the Wilmington area in the diagnosis and treatment of urology-related conditions.
Dr. Kirby has had the privilege of being awarded a fellowship in male reproductive medicine and surgery at Baylor College of Medicine/Texas Medical Center in Houston, a pioneering center in the field. During his fellowship, Dr. Kirby specialized in sexual dysfunction, male infertility, and microsurgery.
Throughout his career, Dr. Kirby has authored many articles and chapters on the issues of male sexual dysfunction, urology, and male infertility. He has presented his work and research at several national meetings.
Call (910) 763-6251 to request an appointment at our urology clinic in Wilmington, NC.
What is Testosterone?
Testosterone is a male sex hormone that plays a major role in their sexual development and fertility. Varying levels of testosterone within a man’s body will affect many bodily functions, including:
- The production of both body and facial hair
- Muscle strength
- Sexual drive
- Causes of Low Testosterone
It is completely natural for testosterone levels to decrease with age, leaving approximately half of men over the age of 80 with low testosterone (Low-T). Other common factors that lead to Low-T include:
- Obesity
- Side effects of certain medications
- Metabolic syndrome
- Injury or infection of the testes
- A congenital condition
- Side effects of chemotherapy or radiation treatments
- Issues with the pituitary gland
- An existing autoimmune disease
- A prior diagnosis of HIV or AIDS
What are the Common Symptoms of Low-T?
We have already discussed how testosterone levels contribute greatly toward a man’s sexual health, which is why it makes sense that low testosterone levels would result in impaired sexual function.
In addition to a decrease in sexual desire and problems with erectile dysfunction, individuals with Low-T will also often experience:
- Loss of body or facial hair
- Constant fatigue
- Decreased amounts of lean muscle mass
- Signs of depression
- Weight gain
- Difficulty in articulating their speech
What are the Treatments for Low Testosterone?
There are a wide variety of potential solutions to a person’s low testosterone. Depending upon the particular patient and their case, natural options such as supplements or a new diet plan may be sufficient in boosting these hormone levels.
Some form of hormone replacement therapy is another popular option when it comes to treating Low-T. These may be in the form of an oral/intranasal medication, injection, or as hormone pellets. Different patients will have different techniques for testosterone administration based on their personal preferences and lifestyle.
Schedule Your Low T Consultation Today
If you are experiencing symptoms of low testosterone, schedule your appointment at Wilmington Men’s Health! Call Dr. Kirby at (910) 763-6251 or schedule your appointment online today!