Originally Posted by toddtone

How does one find a doctor who is willing to help? Clinically I have all of the classic symptoms of low T, but the blood test comes in at the lower threshhold of normal. My family doctor referred me to an endocrinologist, who then rejected the referral based on the numbers - they were within "normal" range for a man my age - 56. My response to my doc was that I wanted to be more to the mid-range of normal, would he help me? After all, I had all or at least most of the clinical symptoms. Nope. Won't even discuss options and absolutely will not even consider a prescription. He has no other suggestions!

I find this unacceptable, so I am searching for a new doctor after 20 years with this guy. I find it ridiculous that this same physician will NOT HESITATE to suggest hormone replacement therapy for female patients as soon as they exhibit symptoms. But for men - no way. Again, I am not looking to improve my speed, my physique, etc. I am looking to feel normal again.

And for those of you that think it's funny, or that it's screwing around with mother nature, or that I should "man up" well...walk a mile in my shoes and then talk to me.

Any suggestions on how I go about finding someone to help?

Thanks.