Testosterone is a male sex hormone, also known as androgen, that is primarily produced in the testes. Proper levels of testosterone are fundamental for the normal sexual development of males, as well as for sexual functions. Testosterone levels are particularly high during puberty when boys undergo biological and physiological changes as they transition into adulthood, such as the development of facial hair, increased muscle mass, and a deeper voice.

Low-T, or low testosterone, is a condition characterized by lower than normal levels of testosterone, and may also be referred to as a testosterone deficiency, or Testosterone Deficiency Syndrome (TD). Testosterone levels are considered lower than normal when the body has less than 300 nanograms of testosterone per deciliter (ng/dL). Symptoms associated with Low-T include:

• Low sex drive 
• Fatigue
• Reduced lean muscle mass
• Irritability
• Erectile dysfunction
• Depression

Because there are many other possible reasons for these symptoms, such as injury to the testicles, diabetes, overweight and obesity, substance abuse, and certain congenital (present since birth) conditions, it is important to receive a hormone test to determine if low levels of testosterone is the cause.

While the symptoms of Low-T vary from one person to the next and depend on certain factors unique to each patient, most men with low testosterone report experiencing:

• Reduction of libido
• Fatigue
• Depression
• Loss of muscle mass
• Low volume of semen
• Irritability
• Erectile dysfunction

Testosterone replacement therapy can provide many benefits for men, including overall improvements in physical, emotional, mental, and sexual health.

Physical health benefits include:

• Increase in strength
• Better stamina, endurance, vigor, and vitality
• Less fatigue, tiredness, and lethargy
• Stronger bone mineral density
• Decreased risk for osteoporosis
• Lower LDL cholesterol levels
• Decreased risk for heart disease
• Stronger skin elasticity
• Improved skin health and complexion
• Better sleep with less sleep disturbances
• Less balding and thicker hair growth
• Stronger and faster growing nails
• Less pain in the body and joints
• Weight loss
• Lean muscle mass gain
• Strengthened immune system
• Faster recovery time from physical activity
• More acute vision

Emotional health benefits include:

• Less depression
• Less anxiety
• Decreased amount of tension
• Improved ability to manage stress
• Less irritability
• Less agitation and anger outbursts
• Overall improvement in emotional stability

Mental health benefits include:

• Better ability to focus on daily tasks
• Better ability to concentrate
• Less mental fogginess
• Decrease in feelings of disorientation
• Prevention of Alzheimer’s disease progression
• Improved memory (short and long term)

Sexual health benefits include:

• Stronger libido and sexual drive
• Reduction in erectile dysfunction
• Stronger orgasms
• Longer lasting erections

While this list is extensive, men may experience other benefits of testosterone replacement therapy that are not mentioned above.

Good candidates for testosterone therapy have:

• Low levels of testosterone in the blood
• Symptoms of low testosterone

Therapy is not recommended for men with:

• Prostate or Breast Cancer
• Severe lower urinary tract symptoms
• Heart failure

If you are experiencing the signs and symptoms of low testosterone, come to Rebuil-T Healthcare for professional care. For more information, call us today or book an appointment online with our testosterone replacement therapy specialist, or visit our clinic conveniently located at 4841 Williams Dr Ste 103 Georgetown, TX 78633. We serve patients from Georgetown TX, Leander TX, Round Rock TX, Jonah TX, and Austin TX.