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Men’s health doctor in Dallas, TX answers, “What is low testosterone?” and other FAQs

Posted By Jeffrey Buch M.D.

Low testosterone is an increasingly prevalent condition that can have wide-ranging effects on a man’s quality of life. Fortunately, effective treatments are available. Dr. Jeffrey Buch at Legacy Male Health in the Dallas, TX area is an expert at identifying and treating this condition. Below, he answers the common question, “What is low testosterone?” and other frequently asked questions. What is low testosterone? Low testosterone is exactly what it sounds like – a level of testosterone that is below the normal lower level for a man, which is generally considered to be about 300 ng/dL. It can be masked by … Continue reading

Dallas, TX physician explains the benefits and risks of testosterone replacement

Posted By Jeffrey Buch M.D.

Patients near Dallas should contact Dr. Jeffrey Buch of Legacy Male Health in Frisco, TX for information on testosterone replacement.

Aging may not just bring lines and wrinkles. Men and women may notice changes in hormone levels. These changes affect energy levels, personal drive, muscle, and bone density. Dr. Jeffrey Buch of Legacy Male Health offers testosterone replacement for patients in the greater Dallas, TX area. Testosterone replacement has become a growing trend to safely, effectively treat symptoms of hormone imbalance. What is testosterone? Testosterone is a male hormone that helps maintain bone density, fat, muscle bulk and strength, hair, red blood cell production, sex drive, and sperm quality and count. These levels peak between the ages of 18 and … Continue reading

Frisco area doctor describes the effects of low testosterone levels

Posted By Jeffrey Buch M.D.

Our bodies are comprised of many hormones that help us function at our best. However, when the levels of these hormones change, it can have a negative impact on our lives. When men in Frisco, Texas have low testosterone levels, they may be struggling in many aspects of their lives. What is testosterone? Testosterone is a special hormone that is found in both men and women, but much higher levels are ideal for men. While many associate testosterone with sexual drive, it is also related to bone health and muscle mass. This hormone should be found in specific amounts in … Continue reading

Low T treatments designed carefully by your Frisco male health care team

Posted By Jeffrey Buch M.D.

The primary difference between a boy and a man is the presence of testosterone in the blood. During puberty, a rise in serum testosterone levels prompts a number of physical changes, including body and facial hair, increased muscle mass, and a deeper voice. While this sex hormone is often associated with libido, testosterone is also crucial to a man’s overall mood, bone density, and ability to achieve and maintain an erection. Sperm production also starts with healthy hormone levels. One of the common problems we see at Legacy Male Health is low T, or hypogonadism. Men looking for suitable treatments … Continue reading

Low Testosterone and Vasectomy Reversal

Posted By Jeffrey Buch M.D.

By Dr. Jeffrey Buch, Director of Legacy Male Health Institute Many men in their thirties, forties and fifties develop a progressive decrease in their energy level or their sex drive. Contrary to popular belief, this is not a “natural” part of the aging process. Often this is the result of a low serum testosterone level. While it is the major male sex hormone, testosterone also plays important roles in male health beyond simply providing for one’s sex drive or libido. Men with low testosterone (“T”) complain most often of low energy and a feeling of melancholy, some even complaining of … Continue reading