Having low testosterone can affect your daily life. You may have less energy and endurance for the activities you enjoy most. Over time, it can impact your physical and mental well-being.
The expert urologists at Emory Healthcare can work with you to find the right treatment. They will choose a therapy based on your unique symptoms and needs.
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Low testosterone is also called male hypogonadism. It is a condition where your testicles don’t produce enough of the male hormone testosterone. Testosterone plays a role in the development of male features. These include muscular strength, facial hair and a deeper voice. Testosterone also contributes to sex drive and the growth of male sex organs.
Testosterone naturally decreases with age. But, low testosterone can impact males at any point. This condition can also impact males who have:
Low testosterone affects everyone differently. Specific symptoms linked to this condition include:
Many conditions can cause low testosterone. Most fall into two categories—primary hypogonadism and secondary hypogonadism.
Primary hypogonadism causes include:
Secondary hypogonadism causes include:
Low testosterone produces many symptoms. Our urologists rely on blood tests to give you the most accurate diagnosis. To determine if you have low testosterone, your doctor may recommend:
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