Female Sexual Function Questionnaire
You can take this female sexual function questionnaire to see if you are experiencing  low libido and are worried about your sexual function. If you feel the results show that you have low libido, you should consult with your doctor for more tests. Firstly, your health professional must determine if your libido is actually abnormally low, or […]
Low libido medical assistance
Seeking Medical Assistance Only 20% of women with sexual dysfunction actually seek medical advice for a cure. Help is available and you should not be embarrassed to ask for assistance. If you are not comfortable discussing your sexual issues with your local family doctor, consult a physician skilled in the area of sexual health. Skilled […]
How is castration performed?
How is castration performed? Generally, men who desire chemical castration are injected with Depo-Provera® (medroxyprogesterone acetate) or Zoladex® (goserelin) as an anti-androgen to suppress the testosterone produced by their testes. France uses Leuproreline instead. Depo-Provera® is a progestin, meaning it is a synthetic version of the female hormone progesterone (Natural progesterone maintains a pregnancy.) It […]
Why use testosterone after castration?
Why use testosterone after castration? Firstly, let’s talk about the role of testosterone in humans, it’s the foundation of deciding upon testosterone replacement treatment. Natural testosterone is a steroid hormone, normally produced by the Leydig cells in the testes of humans and animals. Females produce far less testosterone in their ovaries than males do in their […]
What to expect when visiting the doctor?
What can we expect when we visit the doctor regarding CASTRATION? All visits begin with the same three steps, and then vary according to your reason for attending the doctor: 1. Your drug dose is calculated based on your size, so your nurse records your height and weight. Your nurse records baseline readings of your […]
Male castration & why it is performed
What is male castration? The testes (testicles) are two almond-shaped male sex organs contained in a sac called the scrotum, which sits directly behind the penis. Testes produce sperm for reproduction and testosterone to maintain male secondary sexual characteristics, such as a deep voice, male pattern hair growth and muscle strength, and wide shoulders. Castration […]
Testosterone Questions for Men
At TestoCreams.com we get asked a lot of questions by men seeking medical advice on hormone deficiency and in particular testosterone replacement therapy. Below are some of the most popular testosterone questions that we have been asked: We hope you find these questions and answers helpful! Q. How do I know if I need testosterone? A. […]
Risks of Testosterone Therapy
Before starting TRT, it’s important to know the potential risks of testosterone therapy. Testosterone should not be used in men with breast cancer or known or suspected prostate cancer. Patients with severe unstable heart disease, severe liver disease or severe kidney disease are not recommended to use testosterone supplements unless under close medical supervision. Before initiating TRT, […]
Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT)
Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT) Testosterone replacement therapy is initiated by a medical practitioner when clinical complaints are accompanied by decreased testosterone levels and confounding factors have been excluded. Testosterone therapy aims to re-establish normal libido, sexual function, general mental health (e.g., mood, mental acuity, clear thinking) and physical status (muscle mass, muscle strength etc) with little physiological and […]
Testosterone Deficiency – Causes and Diagnosis
Causes of Testosterone Deficiency Male hypogonadism is the medical phrase used to describe men with a testosterone deficiency. The severity of the condition can vary from individual to individual. However, there is universal similarity of symptoms in men with testosterone deficiency. These include: • fatigue • lethargy • lack of motivation • poor memory • […]