You might have heard about low testosterone, or low T, and thought, that's not me. And yet, you might not be feeling like yourself lately and you don't know why. You're not alone.
Some testosterone basics:
- Produced in the testicles based on signals from the brain
- Responsible for a lot of our vitality:
- Ability and desire to have sex
- Overall energy and mood
- Lean body mass
Low T affects:
- About 5 million American men
- About 39% of men 45 and older
Low T basics:
- As we get older, our testosterone level
gets lower. If it gets too low, it can start
causing problems: - Erectile dysfunction (ED) and lack
of interest in sex - Reduction in testicle size, muscle mass,
and bone density - Reduced overall energy
- Depressed mood and loss of
concentration - Other symptoms like: disturbed sleep
patterns, less body hair, and hot flashes
Low T is also sometimes associated with:
- Diabetes
- Kidney problems
- Blood tissues
- Other hormonal issues
If you're experiencing any of the signs or symptoms shown here, get it checked out by a healthcare provider.