Both men and women produce testosterone but men produce it in much larger quantities. As you age, your body’s testosterone production drops and this can lead to uncomfortable and unhealthy side effects. Although the hormone loss is natural in the aging process, Revive Medical Center has found that testosterone replacement can alleviate low testosterone effects and give men (and women) their youth back. Keep reading to learn more about testosterone replacement therapy.
What Exactly Is Testosterone?
Testosterone is one of the human body’s sex hormones. As mentioned above, testosterone is found more abundantly in men. A majority of testosterone is produced in the testicles, but the adrenal glands also produce limited testosterone amounts.
What Does Testosterone Do?
In men, testosterone builds bone and muscle mass, helps the body distribute fat, regulates libido (sex drive), boosts strength, and aids in the production of sperm and red blood cells. Testosterone also regulates a woman’s sex drive (in part) and produce red blood cells.
How Much Testosterone Should I Have?
Men should have anywhere from 300 to 1,000 ng/dl of testosterone. The normal level for women is 15 to 70 ng/dl. In men, low testosterone is called “hypogonadism,” and this condition can occur as you age or if there is an issue with your natural testosterone production.
How Can You Tell How Much Testosterone I Have?
Hormone levels can be found in the blood, so we perform a blood test to determine your testosterone levels. This will give us an accurate reading of how much testosterone your body produces and whether you are suffering from hypogonadism.
What Are the Symptoms of Low Testosterone?
The most common symptoms of low testosterone include
- Decreased strength
- Depression/sadness
- Erectile/sexual dysfunction
- Infertility
- Insomnia
- Low energy
- Reduced libido
- Weight gain
If you are experiencing these symptoms, consider having your testosterone levels tested to ensure they aren’t low. If they are, replacement therapy might be in order.
When Would Testosterone Replacement Be Necessary?
If your testosterone levels are below normal and you are experiencing the effects of this, testosterone replacement therapy is necessary to help reduce the symptoms and bring you back to a better emotional and physical state.
What Benefits Will I Receive With Testosterone Replacement Therapy?
The benefits of testosterone replacement therapy include
- Better fat distribution (not all in your belly)
- Bone mass production
- Increased libido
- Muscle mass production
- Red blood cell production
- Sperm production
- Strength
Call Revive Medical Center to schedule an appointment to have your testosterone levels tested. If they’re low, we can begin replacement therapy. We are located in Lawrenceville, GA.
