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In-Office Hormone Testing for Men’s Wellness
Feeling tired, moody, or not yourself lately? These changes can be frustrating—and they can sneak up on you. Often, these shifts might be due to hormone imbalances, especially a drop in testosterone. That’s why hormone testing is so important—especially when it’s easy to get done right in the doctor’s office.
At Lazare Urology, we offer hormone testing in our own lab. It’s quick, private, and gives fast results. If you’ve been struggling with fatigue, low sex drive, or mood swings, hormone testing might help unlock answers and guide treatment. It’s part of how Dr. Jon Lazare, a trusted Urologist in Brooklyn, and his team help men feel their best.
Why Are Hormones Important?
Hormones are your body’s messengers. They tell your cells what to do. In men, one of the most talked-about hormones is testosterone. It helps with energy, muscle strength, mood, and sex drive. But there are others you probably don’t think about, like:
- DHEA, which helps your body make testosterone
- Estradiol, a form of estrogen that plays a role in mood and fat storage
- Cortisol, the “stress hormone” that can affect your sleep and energy
When these hormones are out of balance, life can feel harder. You might feel tired, lose motivation, or not recognize yourself in the mirror anymore.
Common Signs of Hormone Imbalance
It can be tough to know whether your symptoms are just aging—or something more. Here are some clues that hormones might be at work:
- Feeling tired even after a good night’s sleep
- Losing interest in sex, or struggling to perform
- Mood swings, anxiety, or feeling down for no reason
- Gaining weight, especially around the middle
- Losing muscle but gaining belly fat
- Trouble concentrating or remembering things clearly
If you have some of these symptoms, you’re not alone—and hormone testing can help find out what’s really going on under the surface.
What Tests Are Done and Why On-Site Testing Matters
At Lazare Urology, the in-office lab means two things: faster answers and fewer trips to outside labs. We can test:
- Total and free testosterone – to see both your overall level and what’s actually available
- DHEA – to see if your body has what it needs to make testosterone
- Estradiol – since even men need it for balance
- Cortisol – to check for stress-related changes
- LH & FSH – hormones made by the brain that control your testosterone levels
Doing testing in one place means fewer appointments and quicker results. That means faster answers, quicker treatment, and less stress for you.
What Happens After the Test
Once you get your results, Dr. Lazare will explain what they mean in simple terms. If your hormones are low, here are a few ways we might treat it:
- Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT): This could be gels, patches, or injections to bring testosterone levels back up.
- Lifestyle Changes: Good sleep, stress management, healthy eating, and regular exercise can help your body make hormones naturally.
- Supplements: In some cases, vitamins or medications can support your body’s own hormone production.
- Regular Monitoring: Even if you don’t start treatment right away, we keep checking over time to catch any changes early.
Dr. Lazare makes sure your plan fits your lifestyle and your health goals—and that you fully understand each option.
Why In-Office Testing Is a Game Changer
- Speed: Get results first, not later. You won’t wait days or weeks.
- Convenience: One location, fewer appointments—everything happens here.
- Privacy: You don’t need to go to a busy hospital lab—you’ll be taken care of in a calm, respectful setting.
- Expert Review: Your doctor (not just a lab tech) reads your results, so you get accurate insights and clear next steps.
It’s all designed to make you feel understood, cared for, and empowered to take control of your health.
Hormone Health + Whole-Body Wellness
Hormone testing doesn’t exist in isolation the way other lab tests do. It’s part of a bigger picture. At Lazare Urology, treating symptoms of low testosterone might be linked to prostate issues, urinary health, sexual wellness, or even BPH (benign prostate enlargement). By combining hormone info with other health data, Dr. Lazare can create a more complete care plan—so you can feel like yourself again.
Final Thoughts
If you’re feeling off and wondering if something deeper is going on, hormone testing might be your key to clarity. With quick, accurate in-office testing and a physician like Dr. Lazare guiding the way, discovering what’s going on is easier and faster than ever.
You don’t have to accept feeling tired, moody, or “not you.” With the support of a trusted Urologist in Brooklyn, you can find answers—and reclaim your energy, focus, and confidence.
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