Men’s Hormone Health & Andropause Clinic in Ashby de la Zouch
Feeling different but not quite sure why?
Changes in hormone levels can affect men physically, mentally and sexually – and the symptoms can sometimes be easy to put down to stress, getting older or simply having a busy life.
At Aeternum Aesthetics, our clinician-led Men’s Hormone Health Clinic provides a confidential and comprehensive service for men experiencing symptoms that could be associated with testosterone deficiency or other hormonal changes.
Our approach combines your symptoms and medical history with appropriate blood testing to build a clearer picture of what may be happening and whether treatment is clinically appropriate.
What is Andropause?
The term “andropause” is sometimes used to describe symptoms experienced by men as they get older and hormone levels change.
However, unlike the female menopause, testosterone does not suddenly fall at a particular point in a man’s life. Not every man experiencing symptoms will have testosterone deficiency, which is why appropriate assessment and blood testing are important before considering treatment.
Testosterone deficiency is diagnosed by considering both relevant symptoms and biochemical evidence of low testosterone levels.
Could Your Symptoms Be Hormone Related?
Men experiencing hormonal changes or testosterone deficiency can present with a wide range of symptoms.
These may include:
- Reduced energy or persistent fatigue
- Reduced libido or sexual desire
- Erectile difficulties or fewer spontaneous erections
- Changes in mood or motivation
- Irritability
- Difficulty concentrating or “brain fog”
- Reduced strength or muscle mass
- Increased body fat
- Changes in sleep
- Reduced general sense of wellbeing
These symptoms can have many different causes, so experiencing them doesn’t automatically mean that your testosterone is low.
Our role is to look at the bigger picture and determine whether further investigation is appropriate.
Our Approach to Men’s Hormone Health
We don’t believe in treating a blood test result in isolation.
Your initial assessment considers your symptoms, general health, medical history, lifestyle and individual concerns alongside appropriate hormone testing.
Where indicated, blood testing can help us assess testosterone and other relevant markers and investigate whether your symptoms may be associated with testosterone deficiency.
UK guidance recommends that a diagnosis of testosterone deficiency should be restricted to men with persistent compatible symptoms and confirmed low testosterone, with testosterone normally measured in the morning and abnormal/borderline results appropriately investigated.
If treatment is appropriate, we’ll discuss the available options, expected benefits, potential risks and the monitoring required so that you can make an informed decision.
What Happens at Your First Appointment?
Your Men’s Hormone Consultation is a comprehensive appointment with a member of our medical team.
We’ll discuss your current symptoms, how long you’ve been experiencing them, your medical and medication history, lifestyle and what you would ideally like to improve.
Where appropriate, we’ll arrange our Male Hormone Profile Blood Test.
Once we have the necessary information and results, these are reviewed alongside your symptoms and medical history to determine whether treatment may be suitable.
Initial Men’s Hormone Consultation – £150
Male Hormone Blood Testing
Hormone levels form an important part of the assessment, but we don’t look at testosterone in isolation.
Our Male Hormone Profile allows us to build a broader clinical picture and determine whether further investigation or treatment is appropriate.
Depending upon your individual circumstances and results, additional testing or referral may sometimes be recommended before treatment can be considered.
Male Hormone Profile Blood Test – £235
Testosterone Replacement Therapy
Where assessment and blood results indicate testosterone deficiency and there are no clinical reasons why treatment would be unsuitable, testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) may be considered.
Treatment is individualised rather than taking a one size fits all approach.
Your clinician will discuss the most appropriate treatment options with you, including how treatment is used, realistic expectations, potential side effects and the ongoing monitoring required.
The aim of treatment isn’t to create abnormally high testosterone levels. It is to manage clinically confirmed deficiency appropriately while monitoring both symptoms and biochemical response.
Medication costs are additional to consultation, blood testing, review and prescription fees.
The term “andropause” is sometimes used to describe symptoms experienced by men as they get older and hormone levels change.
However, unlike the female menopause, testosterone does not suddenly fall at a particular point in a man’s life. Not every man experiencing symptoms will have testosterone deficiency, which is why appropriate assessment and blood testing are important before considering treatment.
Testosterone deficiency is diagnosed by considering both relevant symptoms and biochemical evidence of low testosterone levels.
Ongoing Monitoring & Reviews
Men’s hormone treatment isn’t something we simply prescribe and leave you to manage alone.
Regular clinical review and appropriate blood monitoring are important to assess your response to treatment, ensure levels remain appropriate and identify any issues that require further investigation or adjustment.
At your follow-up appointments we’ll review your symptoms, treatment response, any side effects or concerns and relevant blood results before deciding whether your treatment should continue or be adjusted.
Follow-Up Review – £120
Repeat Prescriptions
Once you are established on treatment, repeat prescriptions can be issued where clinically appropriate between your scheduled reviews.
Repeat Prescription – £45
Medication costs are charged separately.
WHY CLIENTS CHOOSE AETERNUM
Why Choose A CQC-Registered Clinic?
Aeternum is an established, nurse-led medical aesthetics and wellness clinic in Ashby de la Zouch.
Our Men’s Hormone Health service is built around clinical assessment, appropriate investigation, individualised prescribing and ongoing monitoring.
You’ll receive discreet, professional care from an experienced medical team in a private clinic environment, with ongoing support throughout your treatment rather than simply receiving a prescription.
Frequently Asked Questions
Not exactly. Female menopause involves a relatively defined change in ovarian hormone production, whereas testosterone levels in men tend to change more gradually and vary considerably between individuals.
The term “andropause” is commonly used to describe a collection of symptoms experienced by some men in midlife, but these symptoms don't necessarily mean that testosterone is low.
Symptoms alone cannot confirm testosterone deficiency. Diagnosis requires appropriate clinical assessment alongside blood testing. UK guidance recommends confirming low testosterone rather than diagnosing testosterone deficiency on symptoms alone.
Blood testing is an important part of investigating suspected testosterone deficiency and determining whether hormone treatment is appropriate. Your clinician will advise you about the tests required and the appropriate timing.
No. Your results need to be considered alongside your symptoms, medical history and overall health. Occasionally further investigation may be required before treatment is appropriate.
Response varies between individuals and between symptoms. Hormone therapy is not an instant treatment, and progress is assessed over time through symptoms, clinical review and appropriate blood monitoring.
Yes, if you commence testosterone therapy, ongoing monitoring forms an important part of safe treatment. The frequency and type of testing will depend upon your treatment and individual clinical circumstances.
Not necessarily for every individual. Your need for treatment and response should be reviewed over time. BSSM guidance notes that established testosterone deficiency often requires long-term treatment and that benefits can reverse after treatment is stopped.
Absolutely. Men's hormone health can involve very personal symptoms and concerns, and consultations are conducted professionally and confidentially.
Take the First Step
If you’ve noticed changes in your energy, mood, sexual health, body composition or general wellbeing, you don’t have to simply assume it’s part of getting older.
A comprehensive assessment can help us understand whether hormones could be contributing and what, if anything, needs to happen next.
Book your Initial Men’s Hormone Consultation – £150
