If You Have Low T, You’re Not Alone
Low testosterone can affect men at any age,
including approximately 30% of men older than 451
Testosterone is the male sex hormone that is made in the testicles. Testosterone hormone levels are important to normal male sexual development and functions.
During puberty (in the teen years), testosterone helps boys develop male features like body and facial hair, deeper voice, and muscle strength. Testosterone levels generally decrease with age, but low testosterone can impact men at any age who have certain medical conditions. This is called Testosterone Deficiency Syndrome (TD) or Low Testosterone (Low T).
These symptoms or conditions may accompany Low T:
- Fatigue or low energy
- Low sex drive
- Trouble sleeping
- Loss of muscle mass
- Decreased bone density
- Weight gain
- Depression
- Anxiety
References:
- Testosterone: What it is and how it affects your health. Harvard Health Publishing. www.health.harvard.edu/staying-healthy/testosterone–what-it-does-and-doesnt-do. Accessed May 3, 2024.