Available data supports the safety of testosterone replacement therapy in men, and it is of the opinion of Better Beauty & Wellness, LLC that treatment is safe, but there remains controversy regarding the correlation between the use of testosterone replacement therapy and cardiovascular events such as but not limited to strokes, heart attacks, and blood clots. Some studies have shown correlations between testosterone replacement therapy and cardiovascular disease, while others show no correlation, or even a benefit in preventing cardiovascular disease. Nonetheless, I understand that the possible theoretical/possible side effects for men on testosterone replacement can be an acceleration in the growth of prostate cancer, elevations in hematocrit which could potentially predispose one to a blood clot, and cardiovascular disease including heart attacks, strokes, and blood clots. Most of the common side effects resolve with time. Many of these can be treated by changing your testosterone does and adding other medications.
I acknowledge that common side effects of testosterone replacement are acne, possible balding, enlargement of the prostate, high blood pressure, high libido, enlargement of breast tissue, testicular atrophy, fluid retention, infertility, and an increase in the thickness of your blood (hematocrit) due to the production of red blood cells. That said, I understand that close monitoring is required by all patients to minimize and prevent any possible risks. I understand that Better Beauty & Wellness, LLC will monitor my blood work including hormone levels. I also understand that it is important to stay up to date with routine screening and health maintenance by my primary care provider to prevent and detect any possible life-threatening diseases or conditions.
I want to initiate treatment at Better Beauty & Wellness, LLC and I give permission to Better Beauty & Wellness, LLC, Kelli DiMattia, FNP, and additional staff of Better Beauty & Wellness LLC to begin treatment without knowing results of age-appropriate and health maintenance screenings. In doing so I release my ability for cardiovascular events, prostate cancer, breast cancer, testicular cancer, and/or colon cancer. Further, I agree to immediately notify Better Beauty & Wellness LLC of any abnormal findings on any health screenings done by my primary care provider. I agree to obtain and remain up to date on all age-appropriate screenings, including but not limited to digital rectal exams, colonoscopies, cardiac screenings, and any other type of recommended health screenings. I agree to obtain these screenings through the direction of my primary care provider and will not hold Better Beauty & Wellness, LLC, Kelli DiMattia, FNP or any additional staff responsible or liable for performing these health maintenance screenings or the treatment of any other conditions not relevant to my treatment goals with Better Beauty & Wellness, LLC.
I acknowledge that I should take extreme precautions if I am to use topical testosterone products. If a child or women accidently is exposed to the testosterone cream/lotion on my body if could cause a significant increase in their hormone levels which could result in possible side effects.
I have reviewed the risks mentioned and have determined the benefits outweigh the possible risks associated with hormone restoration and treatment with Better Beauty and Wellness, LLC. I release any claim in court or any type of complaint that could result from treatment with Better Beauty and Wellness, LLC, and will not hold liable any provider or staff of Better Beauty and Wellness, LLC.