In Part 2 of our testosterone series, Dr. Michelle Plaster and Nurse Practitioner Amber Foster take a deeper look at testosterone replacement therapy for men—from understanding the underlying causes of low testosterone to exploring treatment options and the importance of proper medical monitoring.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Finding the cause: Why low testosterone requires more than a single lab test.
• Treatment options: Testosterone injections, topical gels and creams, pellets, and oral medications.
• Testosterone and fertility: How testosterone replacement can affect sperm production and plans for having children.
• Safety and monitoring: Why regular lab work, including blood counts and prostate-specific antigen (PSA) testing when appropriate, matters during treatment.
• Finding the right approach: How symptoms, lab results, individual needs, and follow-up care factor into treatment decisions.

Testosterone replacement therapy isn't a one-size-fits-all solution. If you're experiencing symptoms of low testosterone, it's important to work with a qualified medical provider who can investigate the cause, discuss your options, and help you determine the safest approach for your situation.

Don't miss Part 3, where we turn our attention to testosterone in women and discuss why this hormone matters for women's health, too!

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Testosterone is about more than muscle mass and sex drive! In Part 1 of this three-part series, Dr. Michelle Plaster and Nurse Practitioner Amber Foster break down what testosterone does, why low levels are becoming a growing concern, and the symptoms you shouldn't overlook.

From persistent fatigue and mood changes to difficulty concentrating and reduced exercise tolerance, discover how low testosterone may affect daily life in both men and women. They also discuss factors that can influence hormone levels, the importance of proper lab testing, and why testosterone replacement therapy requires careful medical supervision.

In this episode:

• What testosterone does in the body
• Common signs and symptoms of low testosterone
• Lifestyle factors that may affect hormone levels
• Understanding total vs. free testosterone
• Why lab work and ongoing monitoring matter

Stay tuned as we dive deeper into testosterone replacement therapy in the next episode! Subscribe to Between Two White Coats for more conversations about health, wellness, and practical ways to live a healthier life.

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Fatty liver disease is becoming increasingly common—and many people don't even know they have it. In this episode of Between Two White Coats, Dr. Michelle Plaster and Nurse Practitioner Amber Foster discuss what causes fatty liver, how metabolic health, diabetes, obesity, and diet can affect your liver, and why this often-silent condition deserves more attention. They also explain FibroScan, a noninvasive technology that can measure both liver fat and fibrosis, helping providers identify liver disease earlier—when there may still be an opportunity to reverse the damage.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• What causes fatty liver disease

• Why you can have liver disease without obvious symptoms

• What abnormal liver enzymes may indicate

• How FibroScan works and what the results mean

• How fatty liver can progress to fibrosis and cirrhosis

• Lifestyle changes that can improve liver health

• How current treatments can work alongside lifestyle changes

The good news is that early detection can make a significant difference. If you have diabetes, struggle with your weight, have a family history of liver disease, or have elevated liver enzymes, this is an important conversation to have with your healthcare provider.

Respect your liver. Take care of your liver.

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