Testosterone is available in several forms. These include:
⦁ Injectable Testosterone: Dr. Khan can treat your condition by injecting either testosterone enanthate or testosterone cypionate into your thigh or buttocks muscles. These injections must be repeated every one to two weeks to maintain your results.
⦁ Patches: Patches are applied to your skin once a day. The most common side effect is skin irritation.
⦁ Topical Gel: Dr. Khan can prescribe a variety of gels to treat low testosterone.
⦁ Subcutaneous Pellets: Dr. Khan can insert TESTOPEL, small testosterone pellets, beneath the skin of your buttocks. These pellets will steadily release testosterone over a period of three to four months. At the end of this period, you will need to replace the pellets or pursue alternative treatment.
⦁ Clomiphene Citrate, Anastrazole, or HCG: These may be recommended if you are going to be trying for a pregnancy in the near future. Taking testosterone itself in any form can lower your sperm count.
You will followup with him in 2 months. This will allow him to modify your therapy as needed. You will need to come in for regular follow-up appointments throughout the year. Once your condition is stabilized, he may ask you to attend semi-annual check-ups.