What is testosterone deficiency?
Testosterone deficiency, also known as hypogonadism, is a condition where the body doesn't produce enough of the hormone testosterone. This can occur in both men and women, but it's more common in older men. Some key signs and symptoms of low testosterone include:
- Decreased sex drive - Men may experience erectile dysfunction and reduced frequency of sexual thoughts. Women may notice a drop in libido.
- Fatigue - Low testosterone often leads to unusual tiredness, lack of energy, and exhaustion.
- Mood changes - Some men with low testosterone report irritability, depression, and lack of focus.
- Loss of muscle mass - Testosterone helps maintain muscle. Less of it can result in muscle loss, especially in the arms and legs.
- Weight gain - Particularly around the stomach and waist. This is partly due to the loss of muscle mass.
- Reduced bone mass - Low testosterone is associated with osteoporosis and bone fractures.
There are two primary causes of testosterone deficiency:
- Primary hypogonadism - This means the testes do not produce enough testosterone due to injury, infection, chemotherapy, or genetic abnormalities.
- Secondary hypogonadism - Here the pituitary gland does not signal the testes properly to produce testosterone. This can be caused by tumors, inflammation, or other damage.
If you're experiencing potential symptoms of low T, I recommend talking to your doctor about getting a simple blood test to check your testosterone levels. Treatment is available in the form of gels, patches, injections, and pellet implants that can restore testosterone to normal healthy ranges.
At Rejuvenate Hormone Clinic, we specialize in accurately diagnosing and treating testosterone deficiency. Our experienced physicians will take the time to listen to your symptoms, examine your medical history, and order the right laboratory tests. We offer cutting-edge testosterone therapies to help you feel like yourself again.
Our patients often report increased energy, improved mood, enhanced libido, and better sleep after starting testosterone replacement under our care. We closely monitor your progress to adjust dosing and minimize side effects. Rejuvenate Hormone Clinic uses only high-quality bioidentical hormones, not synthetic steroids.
In addition to testosterone therapy, we provide nutritional and fitness guidance to help you adopt lifestyle changes that support healthy hormone levels. We also treat related conditions like erectile dysfunction, hair loss, and gynecomastia.
We are passionate about optimizing hormone health so you can feel your best.