Paul's journey to better health with TRT: “It was like a light switch”

Paul, a husband and father of three from North Yorkshire, never thought anything was wrong - until it became impossible to ignore. 

Despite subtle symptoms of low testosterone creeping in over time, he brushed them off as just part of getting older. But when his health and relationship started to suffer, Paul knew he had to take action. That decision led him to Numan, where he found the answers and help he needed.

Ignoring the early signs

“I didn’t think there was anything wrong with me, and it must have been going on for a lengthy period of time,” he reflects. Like many men, Paul found it difficult to admit that he was struggling, let alone seek help. “You don’t want to tell anyone. Why would you want to put yourself through that?”

For about 12 months, Paul endured symptoms that disrupted his life. “For a year, I was experiencing several symptoms: loss of concentration, tiredness all the time, low libido,” he shared. It wasn’t until his wife voiced her concerns that Paul realised how much these symptoms were affecting their relationship. “My wife said to me one day, 'are we ever going to have sex again?'”

Seeking answers

This was the wake-up call that prompted Paul to start researching what could be causing his symptoms. “I identified the issue mainly through research. So I got kind of an inkling of what it could be,” he said. Like many, Paul turned to the internet for answers. “It was just general research, looking on social media, seeing what information I could find there, or elsewhere on the internet, to see if I could pinpoint what was going on.”

After narrowing down the possibilities, Paul decided to look into professional help. “After an initial review of my situation, I then went on to look at the medical professionals that could help me," he explained. It was during this search that he discovered Numan. “Upon looking at all the reviews and their experiences, Numan was the choice for me. The reviews were excellent. They were the clear winner.”

The testing process

Paul’s experience with Numan was smooth and convenient, particularly given his rural location. "The nurse gives us a quick call on the morning that we've agreed. They come around, I pop the kettle on, get biscuits out, blood's taken - all done. It couldn't be easier and simpler. And in my case, in the comfort of my own home, which is just ideal."

Receiving the diagnosis

The moment Paul received his diagnosis was a turning point. "The moment when I got the diagnosis was euphoric," he recalled. After months of uncertainty, hearing confirmation of his suspicions brought a sense of relief and validation. "I felt vindicated. Previously, I’d just been nervous. Didn’t think that I really wanted to go down this route, but having come so far, for somebody to tell you that you have actually got what you thought you had, and that there is something to do about it, and there is light at the end of the tunnel - it was euphoric. It was a great feeling.”

Starting treatment

Paul began to feel the benefits of the treatment after about four or five months. The improvement was significant. "It was just like a light switch. I had more energy. I was more focused and just a general feeling of wellbeing," he shared. The changes were reflected in his blood test results as well. "My most recent blood test with Numan was 13 nmol/L. I think my first ever one, back in October, was 8 nmol/L."

The numan take

Paul's journey from doubt to better health shows the impact of seeking help. It all started with a simple decision: reaching out and getting tested. With Numan's support, he not only reclaimed his health but also his energy, focus, and happiness.