Testosterone deficiency, also known as hypogonadism or low T, refers to a condition where the body does not produce enough of the hormone testosterone. This can occur for different reasons in both men and women.
Some key signs and symptoms of low testosterone in men include:
- Low sex drive and erectile dysfunction
- Decreased muscle mass and strength
- Increased body fat and weight gain
- Loss of bone density or osteoporosis
- Difficulties with concentration, memory and depression
What causes low testosterone? Contributing factors may include:
- Aging - testosterone levels peak in the late teens/early 20s then slowly decline
- Injury or infection of the testes
- Medications, steroids or opioid pain drugs
- Obesity
- Type 2 diabetes
- Alcohol abuse and chronic liver disease
- Radiation treatment or chemotherapy
- Genetic conditions such as Klinefelter syndrome
Diagnosing low T involves having your blood tested to check your total testosterone, free testosterone, and other hormone levels.
If levels are below 300 ng/dL, then
treatment may be recommended.
The great news is low testosterone is treatable!
The gold standard treatment is
testosterone replacement therapy (TRT), which can be given as injections, gels, patches or pellets. At
Vitality Balance Clinic, our highly-trained physicians customize therapeutic
TRT programs to your unique health profile.
Benefits of testosterone therapy include:
- Increased energy and vitality
- More muscle mass and less fat
- Improved mood, mental sharpness and motivation
- Better sleep quality
- Healthier cholesterol levels
- Increased bone strength
- Normalized sex drive, sexual function and performance
Plus you’ll look and feel younger – like turning back the clock 10 years!
Vitality Balance Clinic uses only high-quality bioidentical hormones and innovative therapies to
optimize hormone levels for peak health.
"We're with you on your journey to greater wellbeing."
So in summary,
low testosterone or hypogonadism is a common issue that can sap energy and masculinity. With testing and treatment,
testosterone deficiency is correctable so you can reclaim your vigor.
Contact Vitality Balance Clinic today to learn more!