American Testosterone Clinic for Men



Stuart doctor his own star witness in steroid ring trial


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on December 4th, 2017

Reading Time: < 1 minuteTo hear Dr. Timothy Sigman tell it, increasing mens testosterone levels is the key to solving myriad health ills. High blood pressure, diabetes, obesity and other maladies have all been linked to low testosterone and by extension premature death, he told a federal jury last week. Articles from prestigious medical publications, such as the Journal of the American Heart Association and the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism, have all reported such links, he testified. With each article he read, he said he became more and more passionate about the power of testosterone, anabolic steroids and human growth hormone. He … Read more »

Study finds testosterone therapy may reduce risk of cardiovascular disease


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on December 4th, 2017

Reading Time: 2 minutesPUBLIC RELEASE DATE: 23-Oct-2013 Contact: Gina DiGravio gina.digravio@bmc.org 617-638-8480 Boston University Medical Center (Boston)Research from Boston University School of Medicine (BUSM) suggests that testosterone treatment in hypogonadal (testosterone deficient) men restores normal lipid profiles and may reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease. These finding currently appear online in the International Journal of Clinical Practice. Metabolic syndrome (MetS) is associated with increased risk for cardiovascular disease and diabetes mellitus. There is a strong association between MetS and testosterone deficiency. Hypogonadal men are more likely to suffer from metabolic syndrome characterized by dyslipidemia, insulin resistance, diabetes and hypertension. Additionally, obese and overweight … Read more »

Andropause: When Guys Get ‘The Change’ | Lisa Turner


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on December 4th, 2017

Reading Time: 4 minutesNote: Last month, I wrote a blog about foods for women in mid-life. After some -- heated -- commentary about my sexist approach to mid-life, I decided to cover the male aspect. In 1944, researchers Carl Heller and Gordon Myers identified symptoms of what they termed "male climacteric," another word for menopause; these included loss of libido, depression, inability to concentrate, and sometimes hot flashes. The term "manopause" was later coined to describe the physical and emotional changes many men experience in their late 40s and early 50s. The popular media subsequently linked "manopause" to such 50-something male behaviors as … Read more »

Testosterone therapy improves sexual function after uterus and ovary removal


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on December 4th, 2017

Reading Time: 2 minutesPublic release date: 16-Jun-2013 [ | E-mail | Share ] Contact: Jenni Glenn Gingery jgingery@endocrine.org 301-941-0240 The Endocrine Society SAN FRANCISCO-- High doses of testosterone significantly improve sexual function among women who have had their uterus and ovaries surgically removed, a clinical study demonstrates. The results were presented Sunday at The Endocrine Society's 95th Annual Meeting in San Francisco. Surgical removal of the uterus, or hysterectomy, and the ovaries, which is called oophorectomy, is performed to treat various diseases, including cancer. Hysterectomy is also performed as an elective sterilization, usually among older women, and may be combined with oophorectomy if … Read more »

Testosterone for Women – WebMD


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on December 4th, 2017

Reading Time: < 1 minuteExamples Generic Name Testosterone Methyltestosterone Testosterone is not approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for treating sexual problems in women. At this time, there is no testosterone pill, patch, or cream approved for women in the U.S. Those made for men have too high a dose for women. But your doctor may prescribe testosterone in a compounded formula, which is a medicine made just for you by a pharmacist. Testosterone is known as a "male" hormone, or androgen. It also is made in small amounts by a woman's adrenal glands and ovaries. A woman's testosterone is highest … Read more »

Low testosterone may be linked to heart problems


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on December 4th, 2017

Reading Time: 2 minutesPublic release date: 24-Sep-2013 [ | E-mail | Share ] Contact: Jenni Glenn Gingery jgingery@endocrine.org 301-941-0240 The Endocrine Society Chevy Chase, MDMen who have low testosterone levels may have a slightly elevated risk of developing or dying from heart disease, according to a recent study accepted for publication in The Endocrine Society's Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism (JCEM). Testosterone is a key male sex hormone that helps maintain sex drive, sperm production and bone health. Over time, low testosterone may contribute to an increase in body fat, loss of body hair and muscle bulk. "When we reviewed the existing … Read more »

Testosterone explains why eunuchs lived longer than intact males: Study


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on December 4th, 2017

Reading Time: < 1 minuteHealth Home>>>> Written by: Thane Burnett, QMI Agency Sep. 24, 2012 For castrated servants like Dae-Eui Yang, there was good news along with the obvious cruel idea. Researchers investigating why women live longer than men have suspected testosterone plays a role in the early burnout of most males -- so to test that theory, they looked at the lives of ancient eunuchs, including Yang. In a study published Monday in the journal Current Biology, officials in Korea dusted off the birth and death records of castrated Koreans over five centuries, and compared them with men who went through life without … Read more »

Testosterone Levels Test: Why It’s Done, What Results Mean


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on December 3rd, 2017

Reading Time: 2 minutesA testosterone test checks the level of this male hormone (androgen) in the blood. Testosterone affects sexual features and development. In men, it is made in large amounts by the testicles. In both men and women, testosterone is made in small amounts by the adrenal glands; and, in women, by the ovaries. The pituitary gland controls the level of testosterone in the body. When the testosterone level is low, the pituitary gland releases a hormone called luteinizing hormone (LH). This hormone tells the testicles to make more testosterone. See a picture of the pituitary gland . Before puberty, the testosterone … Read more »

Low Testosterone (Low-T) Symptoms, Causes, Treatment – What …


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on December 3rd, 2017

Reading Time: 2 minutesWhat are the causes of low testosterone? Low testosterone levels may be caused by a number of factors. For example there may be a problem at the level of the hypothalamus or pituitary to produce appropriate amounts of LH and FSH to stimulate testosterone production. Another possibility is that the organs that make testosterone do not function normally or are not able to respond to stimulation by the brain. Also, as mentioned, changes in SHBG can affect for the amount of testosterone that is available to exert its effects. Some common causes of primary hypogonadism or failure of the gonads … Read more »

Substance of interest: Testosterone


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on December 3rd, 2017

Reading Time: < 1 minuteTrueHoop has been investigating PEDs and the NBA all season. The next in a series: Thanks to Lance Armstrong, Bill Simmons and others, NBA fans are thinking about performance-enhancing drugs in new ways. And if the comments on ESPN.com or Twitter are any judge, the drug they're most concerned with is human growth hormone. When superhuman athletic performance is the topic, this seemingly magical new substance that they don't even test for in the NBA generally stars in the conversation. But talk to people with deep first-hand knowledge of doping and HGH takes a back seat to testosterone. It's a … Read more »

How To Increase Testosterone Naturally | Mark’s Daily Apple


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on December 3rd, 2017

Reading Time: 2 minutesWelcome! If you want to lose weight, gain muscle, increase energy levels or just generally look and feel healthier you've come to the right place. Here's where to start: Thanks for visiting! If youve been reading recently you know Ive been on a hormone kick recently. That sexy looking molecule to the right and the hormone du jour: testosterone. Testosterone is the principal anabolic and sex hormone in humans, responsible for sexual desire and function, muscular hypertrophy, densification of bones, and hair growth. Compared to females, males famously produce about ten times the amount of testosterone, but females are far … Read more »

Testosterone Gel Vs. Patch | eHow – eHow | How to Videos …


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on December 3rd, 2017

Reading Time: 2 minuteshealthsection Health Topics A-Z Healthy Living Featured Conditions eHow Now eHow Health Conditions & Treatments Hormone Issues Testosterone Gel Vs. Patch Holly Huntington Holly Huntington's writing has been published online by eHow. Testosterone, the male hormone responsible for helping to maintain sperm production and sex drive, is sometimes low in certain men. This low level may produce symptoms that warrant the use of a prescription synthetic testosterone. If so, your doctor may choose to prescribe testosterone in the form of a gel or patch. Testosterone in gel form (Androgel or Testim) is generally applied once daily, typically in the mornings, … Read more »

Testosterone Replacement Therapy: Testosterone Injections …


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on December 3rd, 2017

Reading Time: 2 minutesMany aging men with low testosterone report improved energy levels, sex drive, and mood after testosterone treatment. If testosterone is low, why not replace it? Not so fast. A low testosterone level by itself doesn't need treatment. Testosterone replacement therapy can have side effects, and the long-term risks and benefits aren't known. Only men with symptoms of low testosterone and blood levels that confirm this as the cause of symptoms should consider testosterone replacement. Talking with your doctor is the only way to know if testosterone therapy is right for you. The symptoms of low testosterone are sometimes obvious, but … Read more »

How to Increase Testosterone Levels Naturally Discussed in New Video by Diet Recommendations


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on December 1st, 2017

Reading Time: < 1 minuteBoston, MA (PRWEB) December 12, 2013 Increasing numbers of men around the world are suffering from low testosterone levels at earlier ages than ever. In a new video from Diet Recommendations, their team of researchers discusses how testosterone levels in men are being negatively impacted through diet, lifestyle, and even environmental issues. The video mentions how men dealing with low testosterone levels tend to have lower energy levels, a lower libido, and how low testosterone can even cause issues with erectile dysfunction. There is hope for men that cannot afford testosterone replacement therapies to increase testosterone because once a person … Read more »

Demasiada testosterone / Too much testosterone – Video


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on August 29th, 2017

Reading Time: < 1 minuteDemasiada testosterona / Too much testosterone I tried to have some healthy work on my thigs and I found a horde of alfa males fightin' each other with their bikes... and occupyin' at great speed the whole track for that, even forcing to... By: SurvivinginMoscow Continued here: Demasiada testosterona / Too much testosterone - Video … Read more »

Can I Quit TRT Or Testosterone Replacement Therapy? By Low Testosterone Expert Dr David Asher – Video


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on March 16th, 2017

Reading Time: < 1 minuteCan I Quit TRT Or Testosterone Replacement Therapy? By Low Testosterone Expert Dr David Asher By: orangecountyusa Read more from the original source: Can I Quit TRT Or Testosterone Replacement Therapy? By Low Testosterone Expert Dr David Asher - Video … Read more »

The growing controversy over testosterone-boosting drugs – Video


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on March 20th, 2016

Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe growing controversy over testosterone-boosting drugs The FDA issues new warnings over testosterone-boosting drugs. Also, there's newly-developed benefits from coffee. Doctors Jon LaPook and Holly Phillips joins... By: CBS This Morning More: The growing controversy over testosterone-boosting drugs - Video … Read more »

Testosterone Replacement Therapy – Dr. G – Video


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on March 20th, 2016

Reading Time: < 1 minuteTestosterone Replacement Therapy - Dr. G Testosterone Replacement Therapy, when appropriately prescribed and used, is safe and effective and can prevent many diseases. Low testosterone symptoms may be a result of other underlying... By: Atlantis Medical Wellness Center Originally posted here: Testosterone Replacement Therapy - Dr. G - Video … Read more »

Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT) – 3 Week Update – Video


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on March 20th, 2016

Reading Time: < 1 minuteTestosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT) - 3 Week Update So i'm definitely starting to notice some changes...some good, and some not so good. Any concerns moving forward? Plus some posing to show what I think are some fine results considering i'm... By: TRT Brah More: Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT) - 3 Week Update - Video … Read more »

Dangers Of Testosterone – Video


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on March 20th, 2016

Reading Time: < 1 minuteDangers Of Testosterone It's the hormone that regulates muscle mass, energy, and sex drive, and some men think more is better! By: NewsChannel 5 Originally posted here: Dangers Of Testosterone - Video … Read more »