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COVID-19 and Peripheral Neuropathy: The Emerging Connection

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Could Your Neuropathy Symptoms Be a Result of COVID-19?

If you’ve been experiencing tingling, numbness, or burning pain in your hands or feet after a COVID-19 infection, you’re not alone. Research suggests that COVID-19 can trigger peripheral neuropathy, a condition that affects nerves outside the brain and spinal cord.

At Serenity Health Care Center in Waukesha, WI, we specialize in treating chronic conditions and post-viral complications, helping patients uncover the root cause of their symptoms—including nerve damage linked to COVID-19.

Understanding Peripheral Neuropathy

Peripheral neuropathy occurs when the nerves that send messages between the brain, spinal cord, and body become damaged. This can lead to:

✅ Numbness & Tingling – Often starting in the hands and feet
✅ Burning or Sharp Pain – Disrupting daily life and sleep
✅ Muscle Weakness – Impacting balance and mobility
✅ Sensitivity to Touch – Even light pressure can be painful
✅ Loss of Coordination – Increasing the risk of falls

While neuropathy has traditionally been linked to diabetes, autoimmune diseases, infections, and toxin exposure, COVID-19 is now emerging as a significant trigger for nerve damage and lingering neurological symptoms.

How COVID-19 Triggers Nerve Damage

Several mechanisms explain how COVID-19 can lead to peripheral neuropathy:

1. Post-Viral Inflammation & Immune Response

COVID-19 triggers a prolonged immune response, leading to inflammation that can attack healthy nerve tissue, resulting in neuropathy-like symptoms.

2. Microvascular Damage & Blood Flow Disruption

COVID-19 affects small blood vessels, reducing circulation to the nerves and causing dysfunction, similar to what happens in diabetic neuropathy.

3. Autoimmune Activation

Some long-COVID patients develop autoimmune responses, where the body mistakenly attacks its own nerves—similar to Guillain-Barré syndrome, which has been linked to other viral infections.

4. Direct Viral Impact on the Nervous System

Studies show that COVID-19 can directly invade nerve tissues, affecting the peripheral nervous system, which may explain persistent nerve pain, tingling, and weakness in some patients.

Scientific Evidence Linking COVID-19 & Neuropathy

A study published in Neurological Sciences (2021) found that COVID-19 patients were significantly more likely to develop peripheral neuropathy symptoms compared to non-infected individuals.

  • Researchers observed that 40% of post-COVID patients developed nerve pain, tingling, or burning sensations, even months after their initial infection.
  • The study concluded that COVID-19 may cause long-term nerve damage due to immune activation, inflammation, and vascular injury.

Another study in Pain Reports (2021) highlighted an increase in small fiber neuropathy (SFN) among post-COVID patients, showing that even mild cases of COVID-19 could trigger long-lasting nerve dysfunction.

Holistic & Functional Medicine Approach to Post-COVID Neuropathy

At Serenity Health Care Center, we take a natural, root-cause approach to post-COVID neuropathy treatment, using:

💡 Inflammation Reduction – Through anti-inflammatory nutrition, IV therapy, and targeted supplements.
💡 Nerve Regeneration Nutrients – B vitamins, alpha-lipoic acid, omega-3s, and glutathione to repair damaged nerves.
💡 Biofeedback & Energy Therapies – Including Ondamed biofeedback, PEMF therapy, and red light therapy to stimulate nerve healing.
💡 Mitochondrial & Detox Support – COVID-19 can cause toxin buildup and mitochondrial dysfunction, so we focus on detox protocols and energy restoration.
💡 Circulation & Oxygen Therapy – Hyperbaric oxygen therapy and specialized vascular therapies to improve blood flow to damaged nerves.

Are You Experiencing Neuropathy After COVID-19?

If you’re struggling with nerve pain, tingling, or weakness after COVID-19, it’s time to uncover the root cause and find real solutions.

📍 Serenity Health Care Center – Waukesha, WI
📞 Call Us: 262-522-8640
🌐 Visit Us: serenityhealthcarecenter.com

We specialize in integrative and functional medicine, offering personalized, holistic solutions for post-COVID complications, neuropathy, and autoimmune conditions. Let us help you reclaim your health!

Max Pulse Testing in Waukesha, WI: Early Detection for Heart Health & Long-Haul COVID Recovery

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At Serenity Health Care Center in Waukesha, WI, we believe in preventative, integrative, and holistic health care. Cardiovascular disease, chronic stress, and post-COVID complications are increasing, yet many people remain unaware of their underlying health risks.

Max Pulse Testing from Cardio Life is a non-invasive, quick, and highly accurate screening tool that can detect early cardiovascular disease, circulation issues, and nervous system imbalances—helping you take action before symptoms arise.

If you’re concerned about heart health, stress levels, or Long-Haul COVID symptoms, Max Pulse Testing provides valuable insights in just three minutes.

What Is Max Pulse Testing?

Max Pulse Testing is an advanced digital pulse wave analysis that uses a fingertip pulse oximeter to assess:

✅ Arterial Stiffness & Elasticity – Detects early signs of cardiovascular disease and stroke risk.
✅ Heart Rate Variability (HRV) – Evaluates how well your nervous system adapts to stress, a key health indicator.
✅ Circulation & Blood Flow – Identifies microcirculatory dysfunction, linked to neuropathy, diabetes, and Long-Haul COVID.
✅ Autonomic Nervous System Balance – Measures stress-related dysfunction, adrenal fatigue, and post-viral complications.

Why Early Detection Matters

Many serious health conditions—like high blood pressure, diabetes, chronic inflammation, and heart disease—develop silently. Traditional tests often fail to detect issues until symptoms appear.

Max Pulse Testing bridges that gap by identifying hidden risks before they turn into serious health problems.

Who Should Get Max Pulse Testing?

This test is ideal for individuals who:

✔️ Have a family history of heart disease or stroke
✔️ Struggle with high blood pressure, diabetes, or metabolic syndrome
✔️ Experience chronic stress, anxiety, or adrenal fatigue
✔️ Have poor circulation, cold hands and feet, or numbness/tingling
✔️ Suffer from neuropathy, chronic fatigue, or fibromyalgia
✔️ Have Long-Haul COVID symptoms, including brain fog, fatigue, and poor circulation
✔️ Are recovering from COVID-19 and concerned about heart and vascular health
✔️ Want to proactively monitor cardiovascular function and nervous system health

How Does the Test Work?

1️⃣ Sit comfortably while a small sensor is placed on your fingertip.
2️⃣ In just three minutes, the device analyzes your heart function, circulation, and nervous system balance.
3️⃣ Our expert team will review your results and provide a customized action plan to optimize your health.

How Max Pulse Testing Helps Long-Haul COVID Recovery

Many COVID-19 survivors continue to experience lingering symptoms affecting their heart, nervous system, and circulation. Common post-COVID issues include:

🫀 Increased heart rate, palpitations, or POTS-like symptoms
💨 Shortness of breath and oxygen circulation problems
🧠 Brain fog, memory issues, and persistent fatigue
⚡ Autonomic nervous system imbalances (dysautonomia)
🩸 Increased risk of blood clotting and microvascular damage

Since COVID-19 can damage the cardiovascular and nervous systems, Max Pulse Testing is an essential tool for detecting circulatory dysfunction, arterial stiffness, and stress-related imbalances—helping you regain your health with a targeted recovery plan.

At Serenity Health Care Center, we offer holistic treatments for Long-Haul COVID, including:

🌱 Nutritional & herbal protocols to repair vascular health
🧘‍♂️ Stress reduction techniques to improve nervous system function
🩺 Functional medicine testing to identify root causes of lingering symptoms
🌿 Detoxification & immune support strategies

Holistic Solutions Based on Your Results

At Serenity Health Care Center, we don’t just identify health risks—we help you fix them naturally. If your Max Pulse results indicate concerns, we’ll develop a personalized holistic plan that may include:

✔️ Heart-healthy diet & lifestyle modifications
✔️ Nutritional & herbal supplementation for vascular support
✔️ Biofeedback & stress management to improve HRV
✔️ Detox protocols to eliminate toxins affecting circulation
✔️ Lab testing recommendations to investigate underlying imbalances

Take Charge of Your Heart & Nervous System Health Today

Don’t wait for symptoms to appear—take control of your health now. Whether you’re managing high blood pressure, stress-related disorders, or Long-Haul COVID symptoms, our expert team is here to help.

📞 Call us today at 262-522-8640 to schedule your Max Pulse test!

🌿 Visit SerenityHealthCareCenter.com to learn more about our holistic health services.

What patients need to know about the differences between acute and chronic Lyme disease

The Differences Between Acute and Chronic Lyme Disease

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What patients need to know about the differences between acute and chronic Lyme disease

What patients need to know about the differences between acute and chronic Lyme disease

The Lyme literate practitioners at our functional medicine clinic near Milwaukee understand the differences between acute and chronic Lyme disease. Many conventional medical practitioners do not even acknowledge that chronic Lyme disease exists. Our experienced staff has seen thousands of patients with Lyme disease, both acute and chronic, and they know how to diagnose and treat this complicated and misunderstood condition.

It’s important to understand the differences between acute and chronic Lyme disease

When a patient is seeking a diagnosis, it’s crucial to see a Lyme literate provider who has a complete understanding of the differences between acute and chronic Lyme disease. When a person receives treatment within six to eight weeks of exposure to Borrelia burgdorferi or, to Borrelia mayonii, and suffers no residual effects after treatment, the diagnosis is acute Lyme disease. Patients who are not treated at least two months after exposure and harbor the untreated disease for months or even years often develop chronic Lyme disease.

There are two problems that the conventional medicine community doesn’t recognize regarding the differences between acute and chronic Lyme disease.

  • Even patients who are treated for acute Lyme disease in a timely manner may go on to suffer from symptoms of chronic Lyme disease.
  • Many patients do not seek treatment or receive an accurate diagnosis in time to receive treatment for acute Lyme disease, and that leads to chronic symptoms.

Untreated and undiagnosed chronic Lyme disease can cause serious health problems

When patients consult medical practitioners who are not familiar with Lyme disease, they are often misdiagnosed. The chronic symptoms of Lyme disease resemble many other conditions, and inexperienced providers who do not recognize the differences between acute and chronic Lyme disease often misdiagnose these patients and treat them for conditions like fibromyalgia, multiple sclerosis or mental illnesses. These patients experience a variety of symptoms that get worse the longer they are left untreated, including serious neurological symptoms.

Patients who come to our functional medicine clinic near Milwaukee can rely on the fact that our medical team is on the case. They are experts at uncovering and diagnosing conditions that other medical providers miss, and they fully understand the differences between acute and chronic Lyme disease. Contact us for an appointment.

Hypothyroidism

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Hypothyroidism

Hypothyroidism can cause a variety of symptoms

  • Have you approached your doctor, complained of fatigue, weight gain, cold intolerance, high cholesterol, depression, hair loss, dry skin, hair and nails, menstrual abnormalities and a loss of libido?
  • Have you tried to tell your doctor that you think you have a thyroid imbalance?
  • Have you had a blood test only to be told that your results were within the “normal range”?

At Serenity Health Care Center in Waukesha, Wisconsin, we use a multi-tiered approach to treating hypothyroidism. We will perform a blood test to measure all the thyroid hormones as well as thyroid antibodies to determine if you have an autoimmune condition.

We look at total cholesterol and LDL levels because these are often elevated in patients with hypothyroidism. However, our primary criteria for diagnosis and evaluating the effects of hypothyroidism treatment are how the patient feels.

Your history combined with our medical examination and tests determine if thyroid supplementation may be of benefit to you. If this is the case, then we will recommend desiccated thyroid, known as Armour thyroid, a well-established, safe and effective thyroid medication, rather than synthetic thyroid drugs that contain only T4, the inactive form of the thyroid hormone.

If you experience clinical symptoms of hypothyroidism, we may recommend a therapeutic trial of desiccated thyroid, unless you have a health condition that prevents the use of this medication. We will monitor you and incrementally adjust your dose, checking your thyroid lab values, until your hypothyroid symptoms are resolved.

For additional information on hypothyroidism and low thyroid, click here.

Get tested to help determine if you may need treatment for hypothyroidism.

Speak with our patient care expert today

We can understand and see your pain with Inflammation Thermography

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Inflammation is part of your natural healing process in response to infections and injuries. Your inflammatory response is a healthy way for your body to dispose of pathogens. Inflammation also isolates the injury by preventing adjacent tissues from damage. Inflammation flushes and cleans because the process helps your cells get rid of debris. 

In other words, your body repairs itself with inflammation – which is a good thing. 

Nevertheless, chronic low-grade inflammation is scientifically proven to cause cancer, heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and other deadly diseases. Inflammation involves chemical reactions and cellular function, and prolonged artery, capillary, and vein dilatation can tax your system and cause long-term health concerns.

By allowing inflammation to go unchecked, your entire body kicks into high gear to help combat illness. Unfortunately, sometimes your body goes overboard in the process and weakens over time – which is when more complex health problems arise. 

So, inflammation is not only an indicator of a health abnormality but also the cause of disease. Serenity wants to help you identify and control inflammation.

What is Thermography for Inflammation?

Using our Thermography camera detector, this technique precisely records the energy emitted in the infrared spectrum. Thermography uses infrared radiation (photons) emitted by your body into electrical signals that form a digital image on a monitor.

Even at a distance and without any direct contact, Serenity can measure the temperature of your inflamed area using the infrared detector because areas with increased blood flow indicate inflammation. Inflammation appears in red, while areas with little blood flow activity show in cooler colors. 

So, if we can see your health problem, we can help get it under control – and sometimes even reverse illness!

What can Thermography detect based on your inflammation levels?

Thermography not only detects illness based on inflammation but also measures the severity of the disease process. 

Inflammation is visible on Thermography scans with a variety of health concerns, including:

If you are a woman, Serenity is particularly interested in helping you fight against the risk of Breast Cancer. 

Thermography is helpful in the detection of Breast Cancer. It offers many benefits, including detecting Breast Cancer 7-10 years earlier than a mammogram. This is because mammograms are not prescribed to younger women and also because inflammation begins in the early stages of Breast Cancer.

Continue reading our blog to learn more about Breast Thermography Screening

Can Thermography detect infection?

Thermography can detect viral and bacterial infections because these invaders activate your immune system. Your immune system uses inflammatory cells and cytokines (substances that stimulate more inflammatory cells).  The job of these cells is to trap bacterial or viral intruders and activate your natural healing powers. These cells can cause pain, swelling, bruising, or redness – all of which are visible on a Thermography scan.

Why is Thermography used in medical diagnosis?

The temperature of a body or object correlates to the amount of infrared radiation emitted. Infrared radiation is invisible to the human eye. 

Thermography is expanding in diverse sectors such as engineering, rescue, meteorology, astronomy, public safety, electronics, meteorology, industry, and ecological analysis. 

Medical applications for this technology are making great strides; nevertheless, Serenity has been using Thermography for over a decade for the diagnosis and prognosis of our patients.

In case of infection and inflammation, the increase in temperature is clearly visible. However, depending on the severity of the lesion and the length of time of the problem, there may be a decrease in local temperature. This is because the body has given up its attempt to heal, or the lesion is so ingrained that no blood reaches the area anymore.

Continue reading our blog to learn more about: What is Medicine Thermography?

How can Serenity tell what your Inflammation Thermography results mean?

Body heat constantly dissipates from the skin by radiation, convection, conduction, or evaporation. Pathologies produce variations in blood circulation, which affect skin temperature. Due to these heat losses, the skin temperature is 5 °C lower than the internal body temperature. Thermographic imaging quantifies the skin’s surface temperature but also senses that of the deep tissues.

One crucial factor Serenity detects is symmetry. Both sides of a healthy body tend to emit similar color mapping. A marked difference requires further investigation and testing. 

Our experienced staff knows what typical heat emissions for organs look like. Trained professionals easily detect abnormalities.

To read Thermography results, certified professionals need at least ten years of training!

Serenity can even detect hidden Inflammation to avoid future health problems

Thermography reveals the primary area of injury and helps recognize secondary points of pain too. 

Secondary inflammation may not always appear in a clinical examination – but it also needs to be addressed with Integrative Medicine protocols. 

A significant advantage of this technique is that it allows early diagnosis of pathologies such as tendinitis or degenerative joint disease. 

Thermographic alterations are frequently evident before physical ones. 

Thermography can detect lesions 1 or 2 weeks before limps or pain manifest, which athletes often leverage the technology.

Once treatment begins, thermography can monitor progress. Your provider’s prescribed holistic treatment should produce the desired circulatory change. 

For example, if visible red hot inflammation is present with your baseline Thermography, then in subsequent scans, a decrease in temperature to normal levels will prove your healing progress.

In Summary

Serenity patients like you benefit from our experience with Thermography. We’ve provided this state-of-the-art technology to our patients for over a decade.

Thermography imaging technology, provides our skilled practitioners with valuable information that helps them accurately diagnose your wellness concerns and symptoms.

Book your Thermography Scan today!

Medical Weight Loss Programs & Healthy Diet Plans in Milwaukee, Wisconsin

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Serenity’s Medical Weight Loss Program

Are you struggling to shed those stubborn pounds despite your best efforts?

Are traditional weight loss methods not delivering the results you desire? If so, you’re not alone. Many individuals face challenges when it comes to achieving their weight loss goals, but there’s hope!

We offer a Medically Supervised Weight Loss Program

FDA approved GLP-1 Weight Loss Injections

What is GLP-1?

GLP-1, or glucagon-like peptide-1, is a hormone naturally produced by the body that plays a crucial role in regulating appetite, food intake, and blood sugar levels. It acts on receptors in the brain to signal feelings of fullness and satisfaction after eating, helping to reduce hunger and prevent overeating.

How Does GLP-1 Support Weight Loss?

GLP-1-based medications, such as semaglutide and liraglutide, have been shown to enhance the body’s natural appetite-regulating mechanisms, leading to:

  • Reduced Appetite: GLP-1 helps to suppress appetite and control cravings, making it easier to stick to a healthy diet and consume fewer calories.
  • Increased Satiety: By promoting feelings of fullness and satisfaction, GLP-1 helps individuals eat smaller portions and avoid overeating, leading to decreased calorie intake and weight loss.
  • Improved Blood Sugar Control: GLP-1 medications can help stabilize blood sugar levels and reduce insulin resistance, which is beneficial for individuals with type 2 diabetes or prediabetes.
  • Slowed Gastric Emptying: GLP-1 slows down the rate at which food moves through the stomach, leading to prolonged feelings of fullness and reduced hunger between meals.

Weight loss doesn’t have to be hard!

Unlike fad diets or quick-fix solutions, GLP-1 weight loss offers long-term results that are sustainable and maintainable with continued use.

Struggling to shed those stubborn pounds despite trying every trick in the book? It’s time to stop the endless cycle of frustration and discover the game-changer you’ve been waiting for. We offer GLP-1 weightloss injections: Semaglutide or Tirzepatide.

  • Up to 15% body fat reduction
  • FDA approved Medications Semaglutide and Tirzepatide.
  • Sourced & Dispensed from Certified Compounding Pharmacy’s
  • Upfront pricing
  • Nutrition and Lifestyle Coaching
  • Body Contouring available while removing that body fat
  • Expert, licensed functional and integrative medical providers

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If you’ve tried everything and still can’t lose weight, GLP1’s could be the answer.

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Clinical studies have shown that GLP-1-based medications can lead to significant weight loss, with many individuals achieving 5-10% or more of their body weight loss goals.

In addition to weight loss, GLP-1 medications can improve metabolic health, reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, and help manage conditions like type 2 diabetes and obesity-related complications.

Say goodbye to restrictive diets and grueling workouts – our revolutionary Semaglutide medical weight loss program offers a refreshing approach focused solely on RESULTS.

Stop the endless cycle of disappointment and take charge of your weight loss journey today. If you’ve tried it all and nothing seems to work, Semaglutide could be the breakthrough you’ve been waiting for.

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Learn the benefits of thermography

Benefits of Thermography

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Learn the benefits of thermography

Learn the benefits of thermography

We want you to know about the benefits of thermography, a technology we offer at our functional medicine clinic near Milwaukee.

Thermography imaging technology, DITI, employs digital infrared thermal imaging. This technology creates a visual image or map that shows us your body temperature. The various colors indicate the level of infrared radiation that your skin’s surface emits. We use your map, or thermogram, for various medical reasons.

  • To create a baseline image
  • To help diagnose a condition, disease, injury or infection
  • To identify areas of inflammation

Five benefits of thermography

  1. Thermography is a noninvasive procedure. A thermogram does not require any contact with your body so there is no discomfort.
  2. Unlike other imaging procedures, thermography doesn’t emit any radiation.
  3. Thermography serves as an additional diagnostic tool for many conditions. Digital infrared thermal imaging, or DITI, is sensitive to changes in your body, especially in the musculoskeletal and vascular systems.
  4. Breast cancer thermography is a helpful addition to breast cancer screening tests. One of the most exciting benefits of thermography is its applications in breast cancer screening. DITI is very sensitive to subtle changes in breast tissue. For example, the technology can detect the extra blood supply that may be feeding a small malignant tumor. Early detection saves lives.
  5. Sports medicine thermography not only helps diagnose injuries, but also helps assess a patient’s progress during treatment. Thermography is helpful if you have sports-related injuries, such as sprains, inflamed tendons and pain syndromes. Diagnosing pain syndromes is one of the lesser known benefits of thermography. If you develop this difficult to diagnose syndrome, you may suffer from pain for six months or longer after an injury. Thermography helps diagnose the problem so that you can receive treatment.

Discover how you can benefit from thermography

Whether you or your family members are working toward achieving optimal health or are suffering from a medical condition, the benefits of thermography can help you. For more information, contact us at our functional medicine clinic near Milwaukee.

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What Causes Low “T” Testosterone (Male Hypogonadism)

Written by Dr. Debra Muth on . Posted in General Health, Men's Health. No Comments on What Causes Low “T” Testosterone (Male Hypogonadism)

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Low Testosterone

Why causes low testosterone? Injury, radiation, chemotherapy, and prostate cancer can affect testosterone levels. 

Testosterone naturally starts to declines at age 30 and continues to decline by 1.6% per year. As men age, It becomes more prevalent. By the time men are in their fifties about 12% of men have low testosterone. About 19% of men in their 60’s have low testosterone and the older men get the lower testosterone levels.

The American Urologic Association states that a low testosterone level is 300 or less. We often see symptoms in men with levels between 300 – 450 or less. It is important to screen testosterone levels in the 20’s and 30’s so that we have baseline levels to compare to men get older. 

Low Testosterone Causes:

Fatigue

Low ambition

Loss of muscle mass

Decreased sexual desire

Loss of body hair

Weight gain

Depression

Erectile Dysfunction

Moodiness/Irritability

How Common Is Low “T”, Testosterone

Low testosterone level is common in 40% of men aged 45 years or older. Testosterone levels fluctuate during the day and can be affected by (BMI) Body Mass Index, certain medications, and infections.

Chronic illness and infections can cause an issue with testosterone production. Lyme disease, fungal infections, mold exposure, and autoimmune diseases lower testosterone levels. This often takes time even after treating the infections to get the testosterone levels back up and in some cases the levels never get back to normal. It is important to seek treatment for these chronic conditions early on and treat the underlying issues to limit the long-term effects.

What Causes Low “T”, Testosterone

Medications

Diabetes

Chemotherapy

Pituitary Gland Issues

Alcohol Abuse

Estrogen Dominance

Inflammatory Conditions

Obesity

Sleep Apnea

Anabolic Steroid Use

Trauma (head)

Sports Injury

How Is Low Testerone Level Diagnosed?

Low testosterone is diagnosed by collecting a morning blood test to measure the testosterone level. It may take several blood tests to determine low testosterone since these levels change throughout the day. The highest level of testosterone is in the morning. Often times it is requested to draw blood at 8 a.m.

How Is Low Testosterone Level Treated?

Low testosterone, is treated with testosterone replacement therapy, which can be given in several different ways.

Intramuscular injection or IM

Testosterone patches, creams, gels, or oils

(Oral testosterone supplementation is not recommended or FDA approved)

Turn up your testosterone

What Are The Benefits of Testosterone Replacement

Body fat loss

Increased bone density

Improved mood function

Improved sexual functional

Increased cognitive function

Increased muscle mass

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Is COVID affecting you in the bedroom:

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Enjoy Love Making Again

Erectile Dysfunction and COVID

Is COVID causing issues in the bedroom? Men have additional reasons for being concerned about their love life after being infected with Coronavirus. It isn’t just affecting the lungs. Men are experiencing ED after being infected with COVID.  

Studies reveal proof of blood vessel injury within the penis of the COVID-19 patients, compared to men who have not been affected with COVID-19. Studies reveal that there is blood vessel damage in the penis of the COVID-19 patients, compared to men who have not been affected with COVID-19. Researchers reported May 7, 2021, in the World Journal of Men’s Health.

Coronavirus can injure the blood vessels of the penis. The blood vessels cannot produce enough blood to enter the penis to create a good erection. According to Dr. Ranjith Ramasamy, director of the reproductive urology program at the University of Miami’s Miller School of Medicine. Found that the virus affects the blood vessels that supply the penis, causing erectile dysfunction. “The blood vessels themselves malfunction and are not able to provide enough blood to enter the penis for an erection.”

We have worked with men that did not have ED prior to contracting COVID-19. There are studies that have also reported ED post coronavirus infection. COVID-19 can cause hyperinflammation throughout the body after coronavirus infection or CV-19 vaccine making the passage of the blood flow to the penis narrowed or blocked.

Cardiovascular Risks

ED may be an early sign of cardiovascular dysfunction. We have seen cardiac inflammation called myocarditis post-Covid -19 vaccine which can create an increase in ED. 

COVID-19 has also been linked to endothelial dysfunction. This causes the blood vessels to stiffen commonly called hardening of the arteries. This can cause issues with blood flow to the penis making it difficult to get or keep an erection.

Stress and ED

The stress that COVID-19 can have on people is significant. There is shame, anxiety, depression, and chronic fatigue. These psychological complications can cause neurotransmitters to become imbalanced which can lead to sexual dysfunction. 

Is Low T Causing Problems in the bedroom?

Testosterone levels can also be affected by COVID-19. The virus can infect the testes where testosterone and sperm are made in men. Lower testosterone levels not only affect erectile function but also can affect fertility. It is important to know if there is low T by testing hormones.

Shockwave Therapy Can Help

Shockwave therapy is a treatment option that is completely non-invasive and has the potential to improve blood vessel function leading to improvement or resolution of ED. Shockwave therapy uses low-frequency acoustic waves to open blood vessels in the penis and stimulate new blood vessel growth. It can also eliminate micro plaque buildup in the penis which can improve erectile function.

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Are You Too Tired To Tango?

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If a man has problems getting or maintaining an erection up to 20 percent of the time he has sex, that’s considered normal. If problems occur more often than that, it’s best to seek medical help. A doctor can usually diagnose situational erectile dysfunction by checking a patient for physical problems and going over his health history. A monitor that measures the penis for erections while the patient sleeps can also be prescribed.

Not having or desiring sex as often as you did when you were younger is not a sign of a sexual problem. “For many older guys, having sex a few times a month may be enough, and is perfectly normal,” says Dr. Wheeler.

There are many potential causes of situational ED. “Occasional erectile dysfunction is common in younger men who still have lots of anxiety about first encounters,” notes Montague. And older men “may find that fatigue affects their ability to have an erection more than when they were young,” he continues.

Situational factors that can hamper sexual performance include:

  • Stress. Stress causes the release of brain chemicals that can keep an erection from even getting started. The classic example is performance anxiety. “One erection failure can lead to fear and anxiety that can produce a temporary problem with erectile dysfunction,” says Montague.
  • Fatigue. Sometimes you may just be too tired to tango. “Fatigue can decrease the desire for sex, and trying to have sex when you are fatigued is a common cause of ED,” Montague notes. This may be especially true if you usually have sex in the evening.
  • Alcohol. Alcohol is a common culprit in cases of short-term ED. Although a drink or two may dispel stress and anxiety, too much alcohol depresses your sexual response. “Older men may find that alcohol interferes with sex more than it did when they were younger, but any man who is inebriated is unlikely to have a good experience,” warns Wheeler.
  • Drugs. Many common medications, including over-the-counter medications, can cause short-term ED. Cold medications with antihistamines, some blood pressure drugs, prescription pain relievers, sleep aids, and pills for depression or anxiety are all possible triggers. “A common drug given for prostate enlargement called tamsulosin (Flomax) may also cause erectile dysfunction,” notes Wheeler.
  • Condom problems. Unfamiliarity with how to use a condom, or having to interrupt the flow of sex to put on a condom, can cause an erection deflation and temporary erectile dysfunction, especially for younger men. “For older men, condoms can be a cause of erectile dysfunction because they cut down on the stimulation needed to maintain an erection, or to achieve orgasm,” says Montague.
  • Relationship troubles. “Relationships change over time, and it takes two people interested in sex to have a good sexual experience,” notes Montague. Poor communication, unresolved anger, and other relationship issues can result in situational erectile dysfunction.

Treatment of Situational Erectile Dysfunction

  • Try positive lifestyle changes: Quit smoking, limit alcohol to two drinks a day, get plenty of exercise, and eat a healthy diet.
  • Plan sexual activity for a time when you have both energy and time for sex. “Try having sex in the morning instead of at the end of a busy day,” Montague suggests. “Take a vacation to recharge your relationship.”
  • Avoid over-the-counter medications that may cause ED, and ask your doctor whether any of your prescription medications could be causing a problem.
  • Talk to your partner about any anxiety you have about ED. For good communication, try talking openly about what arouses each of you, and keep in mind that intimacy can relieve performance anxiety.
  • If you feel you need help to improve your psychological outlook, or to work on your relationship, consult a mental health professional — individual therapy and couples therapy are two options.

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Source:  https://www.everydayhealth.com/erectile-dysfunction/situational-erectile-dysfunction-should-you-worry.aspx#:~:text=If%20a%20man%20has%20problems,best%20to%20seek%20medical%20help.