Seasoned TRT Australian doctors say that a huge number of teenage boys in the country are indeed prone to suffering from the banes of delayed puberty. In order to prevent such problems from taking place, early detection is of paramount importance. 

A teenage boy who is experiencing the indicative signs of low testosterone may be endorsed for blood testing. Alongside that physical exams will be carried also to help in determining whether the size of the testes, muscle volume, and the amount of pubic hair in the pelvic area are consistent with his age. 

Since the amount of testosterone in the male human body varies and is generally at its peak early in the morning, sample blood testing should be carried out early in the day. The best time for this is before 10 am, and if possible it should be done in more than 1 day.  

If a blood testing procedure affirms low testosterone in the system, further testing will help in identifying if there is an anomaly in the pituitary gland or if a testicular disorder is a cause. Such test would include:

• Semen analysis
• Hormone testing
• Genetic studies, 
• Testicular biopsy
• Pituitary imaging 

Different Kinds of Testosterone Replacement Therapy

The use of oral testosterone preparations for the treatment of hypogonadism is discouraged because they can induce serious liver problems. Apart from that, this form of treatment is not likely to keep testosterone levels stable.  

Only recently, there is one oral testosterone replacement preparation that earned the approval of the FDA, and that is the testosterone undecanoate (Jatenzo). This OTR formula is being absorbed by the lymph system. Contrary to other oral forms of testosterone replacement formulas, this one’s not likely to cause problems in the liver.  

Other alternative forms of treatment would include the following (all would be in reference to your current insurance provider, cost, and convenience):  

Implantable pellets

These are formulations that contain testosterone in pellet form. They are usually implanted through the skin once every 3 to 6 months. The treatment will not require an incision.  

Gels

There are different ways that a gel form of treatment can be administered to a patient with a low-T condition. Depending on the gel brand that you have, the gel can be rubbed into the skin, particularly in the upper arm. Hence, bathing or showering several hours after the application is discouraged. This will help ensure that it is properly absorbed by the skin. 

Side effects in the form of skin irritation may occur. Users are advised to veer away from making any kind of skin-to-skin contact while the gel is not yet fully dry. Otherwise, it runs the risk of the gel getting wasted.  

Injection

This form of TRT Australia treatment can be administered under the patient’s skin or into the muscle. Therefore, either the patient himself or an immediate family or household member must learn how to give testosterone injections. 

In the absence of someone to assist the TRT patient, a qualified and licensed nursing professional can provide help instead. Injection of testosterone can be done once every 10 weeks.

Patch

This form of treatment for low-T conditions is patch pads (Androderm) that contain testosterone. You apply them every night, either on your torso or thighs. The severe reaction of the skin is a possible side effect. Therefore, it is highly recommended to consult first your TRT doctor regarding this treatment option, most especially if you happen to have sensitive skin that is prone to irritation.   

Nasal

This treatment option comes in gel form, and it can be pumped into your nostrils. One advantage of this type of treatment is that it takes away the risk that your medication could be wasted or transferred to somebody else due to skin contact.

Opting for this form of treatment requires two times application in each nostril, and should be administered 3 times every day. Compared to other popular treatment methods, some TRT patients will find this option inconvenient somehow.  

Wrapping Up!

When it comes to dealing with puberty retardation in young teenage boys, proper treatment would be highly dependent on the underlying cause. 

Supplementation of testosterone for a minimum period of 3 to 6 months in an injectable form can help in catalyzing puberty together with the development of the male sex secondary characteristics which include pubic hair growth, increased muscle volume, and growth of the penis.