Help! I Think My Man Has Low T

The human body has numerous hormones — over 50. These essential substances help regulate or control numerous biological processes.

They can also send your system into turmoil when an imbalance occurs, especially hormones like testosterone.

Testosterone plays a vital role in both female and male systems. However, people assigned male at birth have higher levels of this hormone than those assigned female. 

As a result, it can cause significant issues in men when its numbers drop too much.

The good news is that there are solutions for hormonal imbalances, including low testosterone.

Dr. Rekha Kesavan and our Comprehensive Primary Care team provide men’s health services to help reduce the risk of chronic diseases and ensure a person feels their best at every stage of life.

Here are a few signs of low testosterone (low T) and how restoring healthy levels can improve your overall health and vitality.

How testosterone works

It’s easier to spot the signs of low testosterone when you understand its role in your body.

Most of the time, people think of testosterone with reproduction and sexual development — and that’s correct. This hormone triggers specific physical changes during puberty, such as:

• Hair growth on the face and body
• Deepening of the voice
• Maturing sex organs
• Sperm production

However, that’s only the beginning.

Testosterone is also involved in bone and muscle growth, blood cell production, and mood and energy regulation.

Since this hormone plays a crucial role in the male body, it can cause numerous symptoms when its numbers decline.

Signs of low testosterone

Anyone can have low testosterone (low T). However, it also becomes increasingly common with age as testosterone production starts to decline by age 30.

As a result, it’s common for people with a male reproductive system to experience symptoms between 40-64 years of age.

Other factors that can increase your chances of low testosterone levels include being overweight or having a medical condition, like diabetes, obstructive sleep apnea, cirrhosis of the liver, or HIV/AIDs.

Common signs of low testosterone include:

• Low sex drive or erectile dysfunction
• Hair loss on the body and face
• Weight gain
• Poor energy and endurance
• Loss of bone density and muscle mass
• Fatigue and problems sleeping
• Challenges focusing
• Poor memory
• Mood changes, including depression and irritability

If these symptoms sound familiar, don’t assume it’s a natural part of the aging process. Instead, it’s time to talk to your doctor.

Treatments for low testosterone

Treating low testosterone starts with a comprehensive exam and blood tests. 

Our team uses these screenings to assess your hormone levels and look for an underlying cause for your symptoms.

Once we reach a diagnosis, we can put together a treatment strategy. For instance, addressing a medical issue, like a medication, that’s triggering your imbalance.

In other cases, we could suggest testosterone replacement therapy. This treatment option could involve medications, skin gels, injections, patches, or implanted pellets.

Our team also monitors your hormone levels during your treatment and makes adjustments to ensure you feel like yourself again.

Could you have low T? Schedule a men’s health consultation at our Comprehensive Primary Care office in Lawrenceville or Suwanee, Georgia.