Testosterone Replacement Options

Abstract

The treatment of male hypogonadism is complicated by the multitude of treatments available, the lack of a clear understanding of the differences between treatment modalities, barriers to treatment, and patient misperceptions, unrealistic expectations, and anxieties. This article is intended to help the practitioner better understand the challenges of testosterone replacement options in order to better counsel and treat their patients with hypogonadism.

Keywords: Buccal testosterone; Nasal testosterone; Oral testosterone; Testosterone; Testosterone gels and patches; Testosterone injections; Testosterone therapies.