TRT does not improve your body's own testosterone production and will therefore return to its previous low levels. In younger patients who used short-term TRT, we often see that natural testosterone recovers 4 to 6 weeks after stopping treatment. TRT doesn't cure low testosterone levels, so symptoms may come back if you stop taking it. If you have low testosterone levels, TRT can help restore your ability to have healthy erections and may increase your sexual desire.
Before we discuss whether testosterone therapy is reversible, it's important to understand what exactly testosterone replacement therapy involves. As a result, any physical and emotional benefits you received through testosterone replacement therapy may be compromised by your decision to discontinue treatment. However, for most men, natural testosterone recovers 6 to 12 months after stopping TRT under medical supervision. It is important to recognize that research on the direct relationship between mindfulness practices and testosterone induced muscle recovery is still in its infancy, and its effectiveness compared to established methods, such as exercise, needs more research.
Maintaining a healthy balance between testosterone and estradiol levels is crucial for general well-being, as imbalances can cause several symptoms, such as weight gain, erectile dysfunction, mood changes, or even gynecomastia (male breast enlargement). For the body to produce testosterone, it needs a balance of hormones from the hypothalamus, pituitary, and testicles. In an opinion piece in the New York Times, entitled “Don't Ask Your Doctor About Low Testosterone Levels,” Dr. John LaPuma warns readers: “Today, too many doctors prescribe testosterone without even measuring a patient's hormone levels, much less repeat tests to confirm them and adjust the dosage after the prescription.
In addition, your body's testosterone production is likely to have decreased as a result of receiving exogenous testosterone (from a source external to the body). Because TRT does not stimulate the body to make its own testosterone, testosterone replacement therapy should be considered a long-term treatment, rather than a temporary treatment. Its goal is to minimize any potential negative consequences and ensure a smoother transition to the body's natural hormone production. The biggest benefit of TRT is that it rebalances testosterone levels, allowing the body to work again as it should.
