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What is low T or hypogonadism?
During puberty, the male sex hormone, testosterone helps boys develop male physical features like body and facial hair, deeper voices, and muscle strength. It is a hormone produced by the testes and is regulated by the pituitary gland and hypothalamus in the brain. Testosterone is also needed for men to make sperm.
When a man does not have enough testosterone in his body it is called low-T. Levels of the hormone normally decrease with age. About 4 out of 10 men over the age of 45 have low testosterone. It is seen in about 2 out of 10 men over 60, 3 out of 10 men over 70, and 3 out of 10 men over 80 years old. Men with certain health problems, including diabetes and obesity, also tend to have low testosterone.
When a man does not have enough testosterone in his body it is called low-T. Levels of the hormone normally decrease with age. About 4 out of 10 men over the age of 45 have low testosterone. It is seen in about 2 out of 10 men over 60, 3 out of 10 men over 70, and 3 out of 10 men over 80 years old. Men with certain health problems, including diabetes and obesity, also tend to have low testosterone.
You may have low T if you have the following:
- Anemia (low iron)
- Depressed mood or irritability
- Fewer and weaker erections
- Less energy
- Less muscle mass and strength
- Loss of calcium from bones
- Low sex drive
- More body fat
What are the symptoms of hypogonadism?
The symptoms may include:
- Fatigue and lethargy
- Depression, anxiety, irritability
- Reduced sex drive, erectile dysfunction
- Decreased shaving frequency because of less hair growing on the face
- Reduced exercise tolerance and strength
- Excessive sweating and night sweats
- Poor concentration and/or memory
What are the long-term risks of hypogonadism?
Osteoporosis (brittle bones) can occur, leading to an increased risk of hip and spine fractures.
What are the symptoms of hypogonadism?
What are the symptoms of hypogonadism?
Treatment is aimed at restoring normal levels of testosterone to improve well-being, sexual function, and quality of life and to prevent the development of osteoporosis. There are now several preparations for testosterone available, all of which require a doctor’s prescription.
The symptoms may include:
- Gels (Androgel and Testim)
- Injections (Depo-Testosterone)
- Patches (Androderm)
- Capsules (Methyltestosterone and Android)
- Boosters (Testofen)
We provide testosterone replacement therapy in the form of injections. To learn more, contact our team.
How is the treatment monitored?
- Baseline blood tests would be done before starting the treatment. These include full blood count, PSA, liver function, testosterone, and lipid profile.
- You will be reviewed in three months, and then every year. Your review will include checking on your symptoms and looking at any potential side effects of the therapy. You will also have regular checks, including a full blood count, PSA, lipid profile, liver function, testosterone levels, and blood pressure. The doctor may also examine your prostate gland viaa rectal (back passage) examination.
- Routine Blood Tests: To check hormone levels, liver function, lipid profile, and other markers.
- Capsules (Methyltestosterone and Android)
- Boosters (Testofen)
