Category Archives: Low Testosterone

Reading Time: 3 minutesIt may surprise you to learn that testosterone is as essential to women's health as it is to men's. Although testosterone belongs to a class of male hormones called androgens and was once considered an exclusively male hormone, research over the past decade demonstrates that this hormone also plays a definitive role in women's physical and psychological health. Both testosterone and estrogen are produced by the ovaries. Relatively small quantities of testosterone are released into a women's bloodstream by the ovaries and also the adrenal glands. In addition to being produced by the ovaries, estrogen is also produced by fat … Read more »

Reading Time: 5 minutesResearch shows that treatment for Opioid Addiction can significantly suppress Testosterone Production in male patients. These conclusions are derived from an article published in Scientific Reports, conducted by researchers from McMaster University in Hamilton, Canada. In the past, it has been noted that addiction to Opioids, including Heroin and Oxycontin, can suppress Testosterone Levels, but this study quantifies the significance of that Hormone Suppression. This research shows that Opioid Dependency Treatments, which use drugs such as Methadone to curtail the addiction to harder and more dangerous Opioids, reduce Testosterone Levels by far more than medical professionals previously assumed. The lead … Read more »

Reading Time: 3 minutesThanks to a brilliant marketing campaign, there has been increased awareness amongst men of the condition known as Low T an easier way to relate to testosterone deficiency. A number of young adults are wearing this badge with pride while showing off their newfound virility. At long last, they can blame their chronic fatigue, insomnia, poor work performance, depression and evaporation of libido to low testosterone levels. This new syndrome was not developed through the effort of brilliant scientists, but by the El Lilly Company attempting to let everyone know how widespread testosterone deficiency is amongst men from age 30 … Read more »

Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe benefits of testosterone are widely known: Increased energy, stronger muscles, better sleep, sharper thinking, and complete body rejuvenation. Testosterone also contributes to weight loss and fat burning, which protects the heart. Research presented at the European Congress of Endocrinology showed that obesity is linked to impaired blood flow to the penis, which in turn is associated with cardiovascular disease in men with erectile dysfunction. Dr Giovanni Corona and colleagues from the University of Florence, Italy, assessed testosterone levels of 1,687 men attending an erectile dysfunction clinic over four years. A total of 137 patients had a major cardiac event … Read more »

Reading Time: 2 minutesAs America becomes more open to the idea of legal cannabis, more time and money is being spent on marijuana research. In 1937, marijuana was officially prohibited nationwide, except for medical use. Weed has had a serious stigma that it has just begun to overcome in the 21st century. While advocates have touted the amazing benefits of cannabis, we've really only begun to scientifically document those benefits. For men, testosterone is critical to masculinity, virility, and well-being. Testosterone deficiency has a serious impact on both psychological and physical health. Some studies published recently have sought to analyze the effect of … Read more »

Reading Time: 5 minutesTestosterone is a complex hormone that influences physical and psychological health in many ways. Most people are aware of the sexual effects of Testosterone Deficiency, such as impotence and lack of libido. Still, they aren't so aware of the variety of other issues that Testosterone Deficiency can cause. Testosterone belongs to a class of hormones that are referred to as Androgens. These hormones are produced in both men and women but are produced in far greater quantities in males. Testosterone plays a role in maintaining the normal function of the body in a variety of ways. Testosterone promotes muscle mass … Read more »

Reading Time: < 1 minuteLast week, I wrote about menopause. This week, it's the guy version of hormone changes. There are all kinds of reasons for hypogonadism, which means that the testicles don't produce enough of the male sex hormone testosterone. Or, as we hear it often called, low T. Aging is a big reason for testosterone levels dropping. Around age 30, most men start to experience a gradual decline. Common symptoms from a drop in testosterone can be: Loss of strength Loss of sex drive Being more fatigued Feeling depressed Before you blame it all on low T, have your doctor do a … Read more »

Reading Time: 3 minutesAre you experiencing a low sex drive? It's more common than you think! Low testosterone affects both men AND women. Both sexes also experience a lack of energy, a decrease in bone density, and muscle mass. In general, men start to lose testosterone after the age of 40, as their bodies gradually produce less and less with each passing year. It is not unusual for women to seek help with a doctor for any type of ailment, but it is for men. Men tend to be more embarrassed about their issues, especially when it comes to sexual matters, like ED, … Read more »

Reading Time: 2 minutesWhat is the most important information I should know about AXIRON? AXIRON can transfer from your body to others. This can happen if other people come into contact with the area where the AXIRON was applied. Signs of puberty that are not expected (for example, pubic hair) have happened in young children who were accidentally exposed to testosterone through skin-to-skin contact with men using topical testosterone products like AXIRON. Women and children should avoid contact with the unwashed or unclothed area where AXIRON has been applied. If a woman or child makes contact with the application area, the contact area … Read more »

Reading Time: < 1 minuteA testosterone test measures the amount of testosterone in the blood. It is also called a serum testosterone test. Testosterone (sometimes referred to simply as T) is a hormone produced by both males and females. It plays a role in puberty and fertility. It also affects sexual desire. In males, most T is produced in the testes. In females, most is produced in the ovaries. Males have higher levels than females, and it is thought to have a significant influence in the development of many particular male traits: increased muscle bulk, higher bone mass, physical strength, and body hair, amongst … Read more »

Reading Time: < 1 minuteSome Causes of Low Testosterone by St Pete Urology https://plus.google.com/u/0/117971779320333759833/about Erectile Dysfunction is a very concerning condition for men. Most of them don't get the proper urolog... By: Medical Politis See the article here: Some Causes of Low Testosterone by St Pete Urology - Video … Read more »

Reading Time: < 1 minuteMaxim Mens clinic - Weight Loss Programs Boca Raton FL http://www.maximmensclinic.com - 561-459-3000 Maxim Men's clinic is dedicated to treating men with low testosterone levels, erectile dysfunction and weight loss. By: maximmensclinic More: Maxim Mens clinic - Weight Loss Programs Boca Raton FL - Video … Read more »

Reading Time: < 1 minuteWhen should I begin to see my low testosterone symptoms subside? GETTING STARTED! OUR FIRST STEP IS TO LISTEN TO YOUR CONCERNS, QUESTIONS, AND SYMPTOMS BECAUSE YOUR HEALTH IMPROVEMENT GOALS ARE OUR PRIORITY. CALL 1-866-306... By: Spectrum HRT See the article here: When should I begin to see my low testosterone symptoms subside? - Video … Read more »

Reading Time: < 1 minuteMEMPHIS, TN - (WMC) - Tired, overweight, and otherwise uninterested in the bedroom? Ads on TV suggest these symptoms could mean a man is suffering from low "T," and that he should take drugs to increase his testosterone. But is there a risked involved, not only to the him, but also his family? The ads are everywhere and so are the men buying in. "Your sex drive will increase whether you need it or not," said low T patient Brian Watkins. Watkins, a Memphis insurance agent, says when he hit his 40s testosterone therapy gave him the boost he needed. … Read more »

Reading Time: 2 minutesI am a 38 year old male. I've been a sufferer of massive panic attacks and at least mild depression since I was 17 years old. Throughout all that time I've had, at best, erections that were "just" hard enough for intercourse, but usually not. Needless to say, this problem shaped all my relationships and my life. After finally looking to get to the root of it, I found - finally - a really great urologist. After other doctors over twenty years had said "you're fine" (including my pcp just two months ago), this doctor found my T level was … Read more »

Reading Time: 2 minutesMONDAY, March 10, 2014 (HealthDay News) -- A blood test alone is not enough to diagnose low testosterone levels in men, and it should be used in tandem with a physical exam, a panel of experts says. The number of men in the United States diagnosed with low testosterone has increased significantly over the last decade, they noted. However, inconsistent laboratory practices and other problems result in unreliable blood test results for the condition. Testosterone is the major male sex hormone. The lack of consistency in laboratory practices occurs in areas such as blood-sample collection and storage and the methods … Read more »

Reading Time: < 1 minute5 Signals you Have Low Testosterone Do you have low testosterone? Can you imagine what the symptoms of low testosterone are? Learn mopre by watching the video and then go reclaim you manliness ... By: Hypnotic Waves Read more from the original source: 5 Signals you Have Low Testosterone - Video … Read more »

Reading Time: < 1 minuteBoston, MA (PRWEB) March 22, 2014 Lack of sex drive, hair loss, fatigue and weight gain may be signs of low testosterone. As men age, the level of testosterone produced by the body naturally decreases. Decreased levels of testosterone increases serious health risks, including obesity, diabetes, heart disease, and metabolic syndrome. While testosterone production decreases at roughly 1% a year, the general decrease can be slowed or even reversed by following a diet and exercise program to address low testosterone production. Other symptoms of low testosterone include decrease in muscle, higher blood pressure, increased cholesterol, and general fatigue and weakness. … Read more »