Frequently asked questions
- What are the symptoms of Testosterone Deficiency Syndrome?
- How many men live with the condition in the UK?
- How much does the treatment cost?
- Do I need to be screened at the Centre for Men's Health before I can start treatment?
- Locations of Centre For Men's Health Blood Testing Clinics across the UK
- How long is the course of treatment?
- Do I need a referral from my doctor?
- Do I have to come to London, Manchester or Glasgow or Edinburgh for treatment and follow-up?
- Will my results be confidential?
- Can I get re-imbursement from my private medical insurance?
What are the symptoms of Testosterone Deficiency Syndrome?
The characteristic symptoms of Testosterone Deficiency Syndrome are decreased sex drive, erection problems, loss of energy, depression, weight gain, brain fogs, memory loss, irritability and night sweats.
How many men live with the condition in the UK?
A recent International web survey of 10,000 men indicated that 20% of the 10 million men across the UK over the age of 50 are likely to be suffering from Testosterone Deficiency Syndrome.
How much does the treatment cost?
E-medicine Androscreen ©, Blood Test & Laboratory Profile £175
Ahead of your initial consultation, new patients will need to complete an Androscreen © questionnaire detailing your medical history and provide a fasting blood sample for a full laboratory profile which will include detailed hormone analyses, prostate-specific antigen test, biochemistry, and haematology. Please note that these must be paid for before booking your appointment with a Centre for Men's Health Specialist.
Initial Specialist Consultation: London £400 � Manchester, Glasgow & Edinburgh: £300. The specialist will go over the Androscreen data you provided and discuss your presenting symptoms, medical history, life-style and habits. The Specialist will also conduct a physical examination and review your blood test results ahead of making recommendations for treatment and follow up.
Follow-up Specialist Consultations: London £250 - Manchester, Glasgow & Edinburgh: £150
These consultations, together with a blood test & laboratory profile are required every 2-6 months to monitor and optimise the results of your treatment and are part of a general, on-going men's health maintenance programme.
Blood test, Laboratory profile & Androscreen© fees are payable online for new patients ahead of making an appointment with a Centre For Men’s Health Specialist. Consultation and prescription fees are payable online or by cheque, credit or debit card, at the time of consultation. The fees are not reclaimable under private insurance schemes.
Do I need to be screened at the Centre for Men's Health before I can start treatment?
Yes. Previous blood tests you may have had taken elsewhere will not identify the detailed hormonal, biochemical, haematological and urinary profiles that we require for a correct diagnosis. The specialist laboratory we use is unique in being able to integrate its results into our purpose-built software system.
Locations of Centre For Men's Health Blood Testing Clinics across the UK
There are currently 11 clinics around the UK situated in Glasgow, Newcastle, Doncaster, Manchester, London, Stoke On Trent, Derby, Birmingham, Bristol, Southampton and Ashford where fasting blood samples can be taken for a full laboratory profile. Contact details will be provided by our practice management team after the payment for the blood test/laboratory profile has been received. Alternatively, if you find it more convenient, we can send you a remote blood sampling kit and you can get any local GP, hospital, or private medical facility to take the sample for you, but at your own expense.
How long is the course of treatment?
Testosterone Replacement Therapy is a long-term treatment. Following a minimum 3 month trial period, 6 monthly check ups are required to monitor it's effectiveness.
Do I need a referral from my doctor?
No. A referral from your doctor is preferable but not essential. The Centre for Men's Health provide an entirely confidential screening and treatment service. We are always happy to write to your doctor at any stage in your treatment if you wish us to do so.
Do I have to come to London, Manchester or Glasgow or Edinburgh for treatment and follow-up?
Yes. The services of the Centre for Men's Health can only be provided by visiting our Harley Street, Manchester, Glasgow or Edinburgh centres. A 'same-day' results service is offered in London only, if laboratory tests can be carried out before 11am. For appointments in Manchester, Glasgow and Edinburgh blood samples have to be taken at least a week before the consultation with the Specialist.
Will my results be confidential?
Yes. At each visit you will be given full details of the screening and laboratory tests for your own records. All clinical data kept by the Centre for Men's Health is entirely confidential as required by the Health Care Commission.
Can I get re-imbursement from my private medical insurance?
Testosterone treatment of this condition is not recognised by Private Health Insurance providers, and so cannot be re-imbursed via these schemes.
