Testosterone deficiency

What is testosterone deficiency?

Testosterone deficiency, also known as low testosterone or hypogonadism, occurs when the body does not produce enough testosterone. This important sex hormone plays key roles in the body including:

• Muscle and bone health: Testosterone helps build and maintain muscle mass and bone density. With low levels, men may experience loss of muscle, decreased bone density leading to osteoporosis, and low energy.


• Sex drive and function: Testosterone regulates libido and sexual function in men. Low libido, erectile dysfunction, and reduced sperm count can result from testosterone deficiency.


• Fat distribution: Testosterone helps distribute fat in a healthy pattern. Deficiency can lead to increased body fat and possible obesity.


• Mood regulation: Optimal testosterone promotes positive mood and sense of wellbeing. Men with low levels are at higher risk for depression, irritability, and other mood issues.

Causes and risk factors

Testosterone production peaks in adolescence and early adulthood then slowly declines with age. Deficiency becomes more common in middle aged and older men but can affect men at any age if testes are damaged from injury or infection. Other risk factors include:

• Chronic illnesses like diabetes, kidney disease, HIV/AIDs


• Medications including corticosteroids and opioids


• Radiation treatment or chemotherapy


• Genetic conditions such as Klinefelter syndrome

Diagnosis and treatment

If testosterone deficiency is suspected, a doctor will check levels with a simple blood test. Symptoms combined with confirmed low testosterone lead to a diagnosis.

Treatment focuses on replacing missing testosterone. Options include:

• Testosterone skin gels and patches


• Testosterone injections every 2-10 weeks


• Testosterone pellets surgically implanted under the skin every 3-6 months

The professionals at Hormone Harmony specialize in testosterone replacement therapies tailored to each patient's unique health profile. Their cutting edge therapies help men restore strength, vitality, sexual health, positive mood, and overall wellbeing. Hormone Harmony' integrated care includes nutrition, lifestyle, and fitness guidance for optimal healing.

If you're struggling with possible low testosterone, visit Hormone Harmony.com today to take their free assessment and get treatment recommendations from their expert physicians and nurses. Relief from testosterone deficiency is possible with the right treatment plan. Hormone Harmony provides safe, effective solutions to help you feel like yourself again.