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Erectile Dysfunction and Low
Testosterone Levels
 Erectile dysfunction (ED) affects up to half of men in their 50-70s. General interest toward ED has exploded since the introduction of "PDE5i" drugs such as sildenafil (Viagraź). In the last decade, men have started to seek medical advice much more quickly after noticing symptoms of sexual problems. However, none of the PDE5i drugs are curative - they only treat the symptoms of ED.
ED is associated with unhealthy lifestyles, such as smoking or overweight, and other health problems such as hypertension, diabetes mellitus, and neurological disorders. Testosterone levels are commonly lower in men with metabolic syndrome, type 2 diabetes mellitus, obesity, depression, obstructive sleep apnea, chronic kidney disease or anorexia nervosa. In addition, certain medications, in particular cortisone-like drugs and opiolds (painkillers such as morphine, oxycodone or methadone), reduce testosterone levels. However, several other hormones, including cortisol, LH, prolactin, TSH, and FT4 are involved in sexual functioning and should be investigated in men with ED.4 A stress evaluation can also be helpful.
In contrast to women who experience a sudden drop in estradiol levels around the time of menopause, the age-related drop in testosterone in men is more gradual at 0.5-2.0% per year from early adulthood onwards.5
Following physical examination and lab work, testosterone replacement can be recommended for treatment of symptoms of testosterone deficiency if the physician finds no contraindications. Men with low testosterone levels typically respond very well to testosterone replacement therapy and show a marked improvement in sexual function, sense of well-being and energy levels, and maintenance of secondary sexual characteristics.
Testosterone therapy may suppress sperm production. When male fertility is a concern, the following approaches may be considered:
- Change in lifestyle to include weight management, strength training, a healthy diet, and decreased consumption of alcohol and nicotine
- Use of aromatase inhibitors such as anastrazole, chrysin, resveratrol and/or zinc to decrease aromatase activity and decrease conversion of testosterone to estradiol, simultaneously affecting two potential causes of male infertility
- Use of 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors such as progesterone and/or saw palmetto
We welcome your questions. Our compounding pharmacist will work together with each patient and practitioner to customize therapy to meet individual needs.
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 Toxins Make You Sick, Fat, and Stupid
How to Stay Healthy in a Toxic World
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Dr. Schwartz will offer a four part series to:
- Learn valuable information about environmental toxins, how they affect your health
- Recognize toxins of all types and eliminate them
- Begin sustainable lifestyle and dietary changes to prevent disease
- Increase energy- be more productive and active
- Sleep better-wake up alert and clear headed
- Improve digestion- increase vitality and nutrient
- Lose weight without counting calories
FREE Introductory Class
Monday, October 20th, 2014
6:30pm-8:00pm
MD Custom Rx
19035 W Capitol Dr. Suite 102
Brookfield, WI 53045
Call 262-373-1050 to register. SPACE IS LIMITED!
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FREE SEMINAR:
The 21st Century - Immune System
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Dan Zatarski, PharmD
The Vitamin Coach
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Come Learn:
- Fundamentals of Immune Dysfunction & Inflammatory Signaling
- The Immune-Micronutrient Connection
- Fortifying the Immune System: Strengthening the Gut-Immune Interface
- The Impact of Chronic Stress on Immune Function
Wednesday
October 22nd, 2014
6:30pm - 8:00pm
MD Custom Rx
19035 W Capitol Dr. Suite 102
Brookfield, WI 53045
Call 262-373-1050 to register. SPACE IS LIMITED!
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FREE SEMINAR: Early Menopause: Feeling Good & Finding Your Way!
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Dr. Debra Muth, ND, WHNP, APNP, BAAHP Board Certified with the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine
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Come Learn:
- The physiological & mental changes that your body is going through and why
- How bio-identical hormone restoration targets your symptoms but also enhances your general state of being
- Diet & lifestyle advice to reduce symptoms
Wednesday
November 5th, 2014
6:30pm - 8:00pm
MD Custom Rx
19035 W Capitol Dr. Suite 102
Brookfield, WI 53045
Call 262-373-1050 to register. SPACE IS LIMITED!
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