You can continue testosterone replacement therapy as long as it benefits your symptoms and doesn't cause health problems. The TRT is designed to be long-term. You can continue testosterone replacement therapy as long as it benefits your symptoms and doesn't cause health problems. TRT is intended to be a long-term therapy.
If you stop taking testosterone, your levels will return to baseline. Testosterone has a range of effects on the male body. This review attempts to determine, based on published studies, the temporal evolution of the effects induced by testosterone replacement therapy from its first manifestation until maximum effects are reached. It should be noted that almost none of the studies cited were specifically designed to evaluate the temporal evolution of effects.
Some studies measure the effects of testosterone only after 3 months (3) and, in particular, the effects on libido and erections have occurred long before this time period (14, 6). We noticed significant differences in the onset of the effects of testosterone. The effects on libido and other psychological variables and the effects on the vasculature occur quite rapidly. It is quite possible that these effects are not mediated by the classic androgen receptor, but by other mechanisms, such as effects on membranes (6,.
In addition, the effects on erection occur quite rapidly and can be explained in part by non-genomic effects on the vascular erectile tissue of the penis (8). The injections are administered with an interval of 2 to 10 weeks. They are inexpensive compared to other treatments. However, the injections may not provide consistent benefits.
Your testosterone levels will drop again between doses. A relatively small number of men experience the immediate side effects of testosterone supplementation, such as acne, breathing disorders while sleeping (worsening of sleep apnea), breast swelling or tenderness, or swelling in the ankles. Doctors also monitor high red blood cell counts, which may increase the risk of blood clots. In some cases, low testosterone levels may be due to surgery or a serious illness.
TRT can help with recovery, with treatments that last from a few months to a year, depending on the recovery process. If an ongoing underlying health condition is causing low testosterone levels, it may be necessary to continue TRT until the problem resolves. If the underlying health condition cannot be resolved, TRT can be a lifelong solution for maintaining optimal hormone levels.
