Testosterone deficiency, also known as hypogonadism or low testosterone, occurs when the body does not produce enough of the hormone testosterone. This can happen for different reasons at different life stages.
What are the symptoms of low testosterone? Some common symptoms include:
- Low sex drive
- Erectile dysfunction
- Decreased energy and fatigue
- Loss of muscle mass
- Increased body fat
- Mood Changes like depression or irritability
What causes testosterone deficiency? There are two main categories:
- Primary hypogonadism - when the testes themselves do not function properly due to genetic conditions, infection, injury etc.
- Secondary hypogonadism - when the pituitary gland or hypothalamus do not signal the testes properly to produce testosterone. This can happen due to a pituitary tumor, inflammation, or other factors.
Who is at risk? Though low testosterone can happen at any age, those at highest risk include:
- Middle age and older men
- Those with chronic illnesses
- Those who are overweight or obese
How is low testosterone diagnosed? If symptoms present, a doctor may order
blood tests to measure total testosterone, free testosterone, etc. Levels below 300 ng/dL generally indicate hypogonadism.
Further testing like MRIs or semen analysis help determine the underlying cause.
If low testosterone is confirmed, treatment aims to get levels back up with
testosterone replacement therapy (TRT). Options include injections, gels, patches and more.
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Contact them today if struggling with symptoms of low testosterone. Their compassionate team is ready to help patients reclaim their vitality.