Are you a male finding yourself always wanting to be indoors, demotivated, and have a lack of energy to pursue getting involved in active and strenuous activities? Chances are that you have a low amount of testosterone.
According to the medical healthcare and information hub, Urology Care Foundation, testosterone is a male hormone produced 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.”
Reputable health and wellness publication Your Wellness Center explains that individuals who experience a high level of testosterone in their bodies are more likely to live a well-balanced and energised lifestyle. This is known to have positive impacts on in all aspects of one’s life.
Some of these include:
- Deeper sleep and feeling more rested
- Increased energy and focus
- Increase in muscle mass and bone health
- Decrease in fat mass
- Decreased risk of cardiovascular disease and prostate cancer
- Increased libido, sexual satisfaction
However, the absence or lower counts of testosterone may leave most males lacking their zeal for living life. The Urology Foundation says that low testosterone is caused and may be caused by several factors such as injury to the testicles, the removal of testicles, and due to illness, such as cancer, as well as infection.
However, it is important to note that not all testosterone levels drop because of the above-mentioned factors. NIH explains that most males see a decrease in testosterone levels simply because they are growing older, this is likely to take place at 40.
The way to identify whether your levels are low is by paying attention to the following symptoms, as highlighted by Cleveland Clinic:
- Reduced sex drive.
- Erectile dysfunction.
- Loss of armpit and pubic hair.
- Shrinking testicles.
- Hot flashes.
- Low or zero sperm count (azoospermia), which causes male infertility.
If these are the symptoms you experience while in the prime of your life, Cleveland Clinic recommends speaking to an expert to assist with the process.
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